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Frequently Asked Questions

What industries does Westkey service?

As a total end-to-end building solution, Westkey Modular Housing provides all spectrums of building to the many different industries that require modular or transportable buildings including: commercial, industrial, mining, oil and gas, exploration, education, Government, hospitality and residential/domestic.

What is the difference between Kit homes and modular buildings?

Kit homes or modular buildings are different names for the same thing. Kit homes or modular buildings offer prefabricated solutions that are more cost effective as well as quicker to build. Contact the Westkey team to find out more about how they can provide a cost effective solution for your requirements.

What is the difference between a transportable and a kit home?

A kit home comes as a kit which you or your builder will construct, whereas the transportable is delivered as a completely finished unit ready to plug in to electricity/ plumbing and sewage.

What is the difference between a transportable and a modular?

A transportable is a one chassis unit (normally one or two bedrooms) where as a modular is comprised of multiple chassis which allows us to offer larger homes, offices, commercial, industrial and mining complexes.

Should I choose a transportable, modular or Kit home?

Based on your preferences, site, design and budget Westkey’s experienced team can assist in recommending the best solution for you. For example a transportable may provide a more timely or cost effective solution for a backyard granny flat, where the family is intending to move within 5 years time and would like to take the granny flat with them.

Are kit homes utilised in the country and city?

It is common for many to think that kit homes are just for rural applications but in fact modular kit homes are utilised throughout rural and city areas. Modern kit home designs are attractive yet functional and cater to all the needs of singles or families.

What are the benefits of steel kit homes?

Steel kit homes offer many benefits including the following:

  • Pest proof

  • Strong and durable

  • Eco friendly

  • Weather resistent

  • Fire resistent

  • Simple to compose

  • Guaranteed quality

  • Recycled Australian steel

Is there an affordable kit home solution for my requirements?

There are many affordable kit home solutions available. Please contact the Westkey team to discuss your options and to find out about the many affordable kit homes available as well as pricing options.

How much do transportables, granny flats, kit homes and modular buildings typically cost?

There are a lot of options and designs to choose from for each application and set of requirements. Find out about your affordable kit home or modular building solution today!

Are there eco kit homes?

Eco kit homes are environmentally friendly homes which minimise the effects on the environment, maximise the use of recycled materials and are constructed to conserve energy. Eco kit homes benefit from the use of recycled Australian steel, which is a better option than timber and minimises wastage during the manufacturing process.

What are the uses of relocatable buildings?

Relocatable buildings are typically used where there is the need for a temporary solution or where there is uncertainty about the future. For example a relocatable building is ideal for schools that temporarily need additional classrooms but will not need these in the future or where a building under construction requires a replacement office.

Do you provide large scale solutions for industry?

Westkey Modular Housing has its capacity for undertaking lots of work concurrently. Westkey boasts state-of-the-art equipment and facilities including 2 roll formers on a large 5 acre premises in Wangara, north of Perth. The equipment and land allow for the capability of undertaking large scale work such as major mining camp constructions, without compromising on excellent delivery times and quality work.

Does Westkey manufacture mining camps?

Westkey provides high quality, cost effective mining camps, mining accommodation and facilities for mine sites including: ablution blocks, recreation areas, kitchens, amenities, cafeterias and mess halls. The mining camp’s building interiors look more like hotel rooms than transportable buildings. Made from TrueCore Steel, Westkey mining camps are built to withstand the harshest of Australian conditions.

What is the turnaround time after ordering?

Westkey’s state of the art facilities, large premises and efficient onsite manufacturing processes ensure exceptionally quick turnaround times, as well as the capacity for large scale work and many concurrent jobs. The seamless integration system ensures frames can be provided in as little as 5 weeks in some cases!

For the best in modular kit homes, modular buildings,steel kit homes, eco kit homes, granny flats, mining camps, transportable houses and other building solutions: contact Westkey Modular Housing on (08) 9409 2733.