Expandable Homes in Ipswich
We deliver expandable homes to Ipswich from our Inala base. If your block is larger or semi-rural, the questions that matter most are how the truck reaches the build spot, what the ground is like when it gets there, and where on the block the home should sit.
Long driveways and the path to the build spot
On a bigger block the home may be placed well away from the street. The whole route, not only the gate, needs to suit a delivery truck:
| Requirement | What to check |
|---|---|
| Width | Minimum 3.2 metres along the full route, ideally 3.5–4 metres |
| Height | Minimum 4.0 metres, more for crane trucks or near powerlines |
| Turning | Space for the truck to turn, with 15 metres recommended |
| Surface | A driveway that can carry a loaded truck, with a clear path to the build spot |
| Obstacles | Low powerlines, tree branches, fences near the driveway, sharp turns and narrow gates |
Send us photos of the route when you enquire. The site preparation guide has the full checklist.
Unsealed and soft ground
Unsealed tracks and soft ground after rain can stop a loaded truck, and the build spot itself needs to be level and stable. The home sits on footings rather than directly on the ground. Our recommended layout uses 6 to 12 footings depending on the model, typically 400mm × 400mm, with the depth depending on your soil.
Your engineer and certifier decide the final footing design for your site. The foundations guide compares concrete footings, steel piers, slabs and gravel pads.
Choosing where the home sits
More space gives you more choice, but placement still has to work for delivery, drainage, service connections and approval. Keep the spot reachable by truck, away from low points where water collects, and think about how far water, sewer and power need to run.
Boundary setbacks and whether a second dwelling is allowed are set by the planning scheme. Confirm these with Ipswich City Council and a licensed building certifier. Our council approval guide explains the steps.