Site guide

Prepare the site while the home is being built and shipped.

Good site preparation protects the home, reduces arrival-day delays and prevents expensive equipment from waiting while basic work is unfinished. Exact requirements must be designed for the property and approved locally.

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Feasibility and approvals

Confirm permitted use, setbacks, height and density
Identify building, utility and environmental approvals
Obtain a boundary and topographic survey where required
Review flood, wind, seismic, frost, snow and wildfire conditions
Engage locally licensed design and engineering professionals

Ground and foundation

Complete soil or geotechnical review appropriate to the project
Clear, grade and compact the work area
Design drainage away from the home and foundation
Construct the engineered slab, piers or support system
Confirm anchor positions, tolerances and finished elevation before delivery

Utilities

Bring electrical service to the approved connection point
Confirm potable-water pressure and connection
Complete sewer, septic or wastewater provisions
Plan air-conditioning condensate and stormwater drainage
Protect below-grade services from delivery and lifting equipment

Access and equipment

Measure road width, corners, gates and overhead clearance
Confirm bridge, pavement and ground load capacity
Reserve the unloading and crane or forklift position
Create a weather-appropriate temporary access surface
Prepare a lift or assembly plan with the responsible contractor

Before the vessel arrives

Reconfirm the shipping schedule, customs broker, inland carrier, lifting provider and site crew. Photograph completed foundations and access. Delays at this stage can create port storage, equipment standby and rescheduling costs.

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