FAQ: Frequently
Asked Questions

Modular homes—also referred to as prefabricated or transportable homes—offer a faster, more controlled way to build. Because we construct your home offsite from start to finish, we can ensure the highest quality control at every stage.

Other key benefits include:

• Faster construction times: Your home isn’t delayed by regional trade shortages or bad weather.

• Lower costs and efficiency: Factory building reduces material waste and improves energy efficiency.

• Regional expertise: We specifically overcome the challenges of building in remote areas by managing all materials and skilled trades from our Perth facility.

While they may look similar once finished, the main difference is the construction process. We build our homes to 90% completion in a controlled factory environment using TRUECORE steel frames, which are engineered to withstand both transport and Western Australia’s harshest weather.

Because all homes must meet the same National Construction Code (NCC), you get the same structural integrity but with significantly faster build times. This process avoids the delays common with regional on-site construction.

The price of a modular home varies based on your chosen inclusions, site works, and delivery distance. While they aren’t typically a “cheaper” alternative to brick in major cities, they offer significantly better value in regional WA by reducing rural trade costs, material transport surcharges, and construction times.

We deliver across Western Australia, with specialist expertise in the Wheatbelt, Mid West, and Great Southern. We also build in  the South West, Gascoyne, Esperance, Perth’s rural residential areas, and as far north as the Pilbara and Kimberley.

Our prices include transport within 200km of our Maddington facility. Deliveries beyond this radius are costed on a case-by-case basis.

Yes! You can customise any of our architecturally designed floor plans, or we can help you design a unique home from scratch. From minor changes and increases in slab sizes to complete custom builds, we provide the flexibility to realise your new home vision.

The approval process is the same as a traditional build. TR Homes manages the entire process for you, including the building permit and shire approvals, ensuring your home complies with all local Western Australian regulations.

Yes. We manage your core utility connections—including water, sewerage, or septic systems—as part of our standard pricing. Our goal is to ensure your home is move-in ready the moment we hand over the keys. Please note that the landowner is responsible for arranging the initial power dome connection to the property.

Yes. Financing a modular home is a straightforward process with the right lender. As a CommBank-assessed manufacturer, our homes meet the criteria for standard residential finance.

Because our homes are permanent structures on fixed foundations, lenders typically treat them the same as traditional builds. This means you can typically access a construction loan with a progress-payment schedule, where the lender releases funds in staged payments. Visit our Finance page to learn more.

Yes. All our homes are built to a 7-star energy rating as standard. We use solar-passive design, high-quality insulation, and energy-efficient gas hot water systems to ensure year-round comfort and lower power bills. For your peace of mind, a professional Individual Energy Efficiency Assessment is included in our pricing.

Yes. We build to suit a range of conditions and locations. With the right design and engineering, we can overcome various construction challenges, including sloping blocks, sandy sites, or cyclonic regions.