Our FAQ page is here to help with quick answers about Northwest Cabins. If you cant find what you are looking for, feel free to contact us, we are only a phone call away!
What is a Portable Cabin?
A portable cabin/tiny home is a pre-built structure that is designed to be easily transported and installed on different sites. This makes them ideal for residential, commercial or recreational use.
What are the advantages of buying a portable cabin home?
Tiny homes offer incredible perks that go beyond just a cosy, minimalist space. Here are some reasons to make the switch:
Eco-Friendly Living – With a smaller footprint and fewer resources needed, tiny homes are perfect for sustainable, low-impact living. Imagine less energy use, lower emissions and a greener lifestyle
Financial Freedom – Tiny homes come at a fraction of the cost of traditional homes, letting you save more and spend less on maintenance, utilities and upkeep. It’s a great way to live mortgage-free
Location Flexibility – Tiny homes are designed to fit anywhere, whether you want to be in the heart of nature or close to town. Enjoy a home that adapts to your lifestyle
Simplicity & Less Clutter – With less space, you can reduce clutter and focus on what truly matters. Living tiny is the perfect way to embrace minimalism and create a peaceful, organised space.
Can I customise the design of the cabin?
Yes! At Northwest Cabins we offer a range of design options that can be tailored to meet your individual needs and preferences. Whether its the layout, interior features or exterior finish, we work with you to create a cabin that suits your lifestyle.
How much does a portable cabin/ tiny home cost?
Northwest Cabins are designed to offer an affordable, high quality solution without breaking the bank! The cost of each cabin depends on several factors, including size, design and customisation options that you choose. We provide a range of pricing to suit all budgets. Whether you need another room at home or a fully equiped tiny home, we have options to fit your needs. Contact us for a personalised quote.
What size are your standard cabins?
Our standard cabin floorplans are: 4.8m x 2.4m – 11.52m2 4.8m x 3.0m – 14.4m2 6.0m x 2.4m – 14.4m2 6.0m x 3.0m – 18.0m2 8.3m x 3.6m – 29.88m2 10.0m x 3.0m – 30.0m2
Do you custom build?
Absolutely! At Northwest Cabins we offer custom built Cabins to suit your lifestyle and budget. Whether you are looking for specific layouts, features or design elements, we will tailor the cabin to meet your requirements.
How much is delivery?
Delivery is approximately $250 per hour. If the cabin is over 3.0m wide a pilot vehicle will be required (We can organise this) Please ask and we will include the price in your quote.
What is the expected build time?
We will start to build your cabin within 2 weeks of the deposit being paid, with an expected completion date of 8-10 weeks (weather dependent) for a standard open plan cabin.
Do you need council consent for under 30.0m2?
You do not require council consent for a cabin under 30m2. If you require Electrical, Plumbing or services to be connected to the Mains, we will either guide you through the process or take care of the Code of Compliance documentation.
Is there a warranty?
Yes. Our cabins are all built to comply with the building code and come with our 10 years workmanship warranty. We are an LBP registered business.
Do your prices include foundations?
We can include pricing for foundations in your quote and will build them to your requirements
What are your payment terms?
We require a 50% deposit and the remaining 50% at 80% job completion for all cabins or minor dwellings, built at the Northwest Cabins yard, Helensville.
For onsite builds we require a 50% deposit, 40% payment at 80% job completion and the remaining 10% on completion.
