FAQ

It is a small living space equipped with plumbing and has a permit. 

T-Pods can build you a tiny house but you need to get the approval from your municipality. Every city has different laws according to their jurisdiction.

Our M Pod is technically not a living space, it does not require any permit in most of the cities but you could still get it approved as a dwelling unit or a tiny house if the jurisdiction allows.

No, the Pods are made with prefabricated insulated walls, glavanized steel frame and commercial grade windows and doors.

The Pod is made similar to the size and shape of the shipping container so that it can be easily transportable with machinery and equipment readily available locally. 

We are currently processing orders in 8 to 12 weeks. Due to the pandemic our logistics and production process is under strain and making delays. We will try our best to deliver orders well before time.

The M Pod is considered a movable structure and is under 100 sq.ft which generally is exempt from permit requirements. Most of the cities in North America do not require a permit to build a small structure less than 10 square meters.

Yes, the Pods are similar to the size of a shipping container and can easily be loaded onto a trailer or a flatbed and be transported as per requirement.

Width of the Pods is 9.9FT meters but it still can be easily loaded onto a 8FT flatbed. You could contact us for images on how it is done.

Drywall will probably crack during transportation. That means more site work and more cost. Waste drywall is also getting harder and harder to dispose of. We choose to use interlocking prefinished planks for a few reasons: they are beautiful, its strong and lasts, it can easily be replaced if damaged, it can be easily removed to add or fix interior wall components, you can hang a cabinet or shelf anywhere and not worry about catching a stud. The best reason is that stains can be wiped or washed off easily.

Absolutely! the modular industry as a whole is more environmentally conscious than traditional construction practices. we have less material waste and less travel times for all our projects. we also fabricate and insulate with materials designed to last longer. 

All our pods have provision for natural energy and made with sustainable materials.

You could easily add an air conditioning unit, a stove or a fireplace and so on. There are typically a least 2 additional breaker spaces available in the electrical panel for hard-wiring your ac unit. There are LED lights, power sockets and electrical panels to manage voltage. You could upgrade you unit with solar package.

We offer 1 year part replacement for main frame, window frame and walls.

Yes we can do a custom build. We could even participate with your architects and engineers if needed. Share your ideas with us and get our input.

Our Domes are self-assembly kits almost never require planning permission or any other building permits, however different regulations apply in different countries. Permanent foundations are not required for a Dome kits, which usually qualifies them as temporary structures, not requiring planning permission in most places.

All orders once placed are considered confirmed. The production is done according to your design. If you wish to cancel your order. Orders cannot be cancelled once produced. They will attract a cancellation fee.

All deposits have a 30% cancellation fee.

Pods cannot be refunded. Broken part can be replaced for free if the part has been broken due to manufacturing defect. Labour for part replacement will be paid by the customer.

Domes can be refunded if the packaging is not opened. Refund will attract 30% fee. If the packaging is opened then refund cost will be 50%.

Delivery or pickup fee will be charges extra.

Check with the building department at your local municipality to determine the requirements for building/demolition permits, setbacks, height restrictions or other by laws that may affect your project. 

Follow the proper guidelines as indicated in your local by-laws. e.g. if attaching a deck to your home there may be height and approved fastening procedures. Do not disturb any underground utility lines. 

Prior to disturbing the ground, contact the appropriate utility locating agency, to arrange for the marking of the location of buried facilities before digging takes place. 

Remember, you are liable for any damage or injury caused by interfering with any buried infrastructure. Obtain suitable drawings for your project. 

You may also require a site plan to define where on your property the project is located and if it meets setback, lot coverage and height restrictions. 

Research the variety and quality of materials and finishes available for your project. Decide if this is a project you want to build or have a Home Hardware Building Centre install it for you. 

Set up a site visit with Home Installs if you have decided to not build it yourself. Determine the tool requirements for your project if you are constructing the project… 

check with your local Home Store for available selection. Consider future uses for your project and do the necessary prep work now. Prepare your work and delivery schedule.