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Modular homes are manufactured in sections in a factory and assembled on site. However, frame-built homes have a structural timber frame constructed or assembled on site. Both offer excellent insulation and can be customised.
Category: Choosing a Home
Yes. Most of our standard models can be modified in size, layout, external finish and internal specification. We review your site and plot constraints before recommending the most suitable approach.
Category: Choosing a Home
Our smallest garden rooms start from 4.4 m². We also supply larger annexes and full residential homes from 54 m² upwards.
Category: Choosing a Home
You can request a quotation through our contact page or by telephone. Catalogue prices shown are starting figures as actual costs depend on your specification, site conditions and the chosen completion option.
Category: Pricing & Quotes
No, the prices shown do not include VAT. VAT can vary depending on the nature of the project and site, and we will clarify this at the quotation stage.
Category: Pricing & Quotes
We do not arrange finance directly, but can recommend specialist providers for self-build and garden room finance.
Category: Pricing & Quotes
Yes. Our buildings are available with a range of external finishes including dark-stained timber cladding, through-coloured render, fibre cement panels and larch. We can discuss specific requirements at design stage.
Category: Design & Customisation
Both are available as optional upgrades. Green roofs can be specified on flat-roof sections. Solar photovoltaic panels can be integrated into the roof structure. Both are available for most standard models.
Category: Design & Customisation
Many garden rooms fall within permitted development rights and do not require a planning application, depending on their size, position and use. We recommend checking with your local planning authority. We can also provide planning guidance as part of our service.
Category: Planning & Permissions
Yes. However, we can provide planning support and work with your architect or planning consultant if required.
Category: Planning & Permissions
Structural assembly for a modular home typically takes three to ten days depending on the model. Internal completion under a turnkey contract takes longer and depends on the specification agreed.
Category: Installation
Yes. Foundations are required before delivery. For Base contracts, the client is responsible for groundworks. For Turnkey contracts, we can include foundation and groundworks within the scope. This is typically discussed at the quotation stage.
Category: Installation
Base means we supply and assemble the building to the agreed structural specification. Turnkey means we manage the entire process including groundworks, internal finishing, services and handover. Both options use the same manufactured building.
Category: Base & Turnkey
Yes. We can provide individual services such as electrical installation, plumbing or internal joinery as separately priced additions to a Base contract. Speak to us at quotation stage.
Category: Base & Turnkey
Our standard wall construction achieves a U-value of approximately 0.18 W/m²K. Roofs achieve approximately 0.12 W/m²K. Floors achieve approximately 0.13 W/m²K. Detailed specifications are available on request.
Category: Technical
Yes. All Trident buildings are designed for year-round use with full insulation, heating and ventilation. Garden rooms are equally suitable as permanent workspaces or annexes.
Category: Technical
We deliver nationwide. Delivery logistics are assessed at the quotation stage alongside confirmation of crane requirements, vehicle access and any restrictions specific to your site.
Category: Delivery
Lead times vary depending on current production schedule and specification. Typical lead times from order to delivery are 12–20 weeks. Production schedules are confirmed at the quotation stage.
Category: Delivery
Yes. All buildings are designed to meet or exceed current Part L requirements. We offer a range of sustainable upgrades including air-source heat pumps, solar panels, green roofs, MVHR ventilation and underfloor heating.
Category: Sustainability
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