Site preparation encompasses the necessary foundation or pilings, electrical, water, and septic or sewer connections. Each home complies with local municipality guidelines and requires crane access for installation. We recommend contacting our team to discuss your specific site and any additional requirements.
We provide PODs ranging from 107 to 1400 square feet in size from studios to 3 bedroom and 2 bathrooms.
We offer the flexibility to customize the interior floor plan of our PODs. Whether you want to add an extra bathroom or make alterations to the space, we can accommodate your preferences and have a range of interior finishes as well as upgrades available on our base models
The construction of the POD, featuring a steel frame, foam board insulation, strapping, and a steel or wood exterior, not only creates a highly airtight and energy efficient home but also requires minimal to no maintenance.
We ship our PODs throughout British Columbia, Washington State & California
We provide a mini-split AC/heat pump as a standard feature in all our homes. Additionally, our models include baseboard heating where necessary. For added comfort and customization, we can also incorporate electric or wood fireplaces and install additional AC/heat pumps in the bedrooms of our larger PODs.
Our process begins with an initial discovery call to discuss your needs and preferences. We then explore design options, provide you with a quote, and proceed with a deposit. Afterward, we initiate the building permit process. The next phase involves site preparation while we commence the construction of your POD. Once your POD is completed, we ship it to your location and complete the installation. It’s then time to move in!
It’s important to check with your regional district or county to determine the specific permit requirements for your POD. Typically, the permit process is much easier as home is CSA approved.
Yes. All our PODS adhere to CSA A277 standards. Your new home undergoes a thorough quality assurance audit before delivery, ensuring that it meets the highest standards of excellence. With us, your peace of mind is built into every detail of your new living space.
A local ground contractor should be sourced. We can assist in this process and suggest local contractors if required. It is the clients responsibility to handle the site preparation including foundation and services in readiness for the delivery of your POD if we are not project managing.
We can project manage your entire project including permit approval, site preparation, delivery and set up of your pod within BC. In all other locations, it would be your responsibility to project manage or appoint a general contractor to do it on your behalf. We will always coordinate and support you with all of the relevant construction drawings required to submit your permit application and for your contractors to design your foundation and utility connections.
Every project is unique, on average, our customers within BC on a flat level lot pay between $25,000 and $40,000 for excavating, foundation and utilities. Delivery, cranage and anchoring the pod to the foundation costs range from $10,000 to $30,000. Again, each location varies in complexity. We will always carry out a virtual route survey and provide an estimate once we have ensured your POD can be delivered.
ORCA have accumulated mass knowledge over the past 20 years using light steel framing techniques and have invested heavily into our own technology, printers and design software. With a focus on premium quality, innovative construction methodology and our carefully selected materials, we have a created a product which is unmatched in the modular space.
Before delivery, your POD is issued a unique certification to ensure it has been built to code and adheres to the rigorous quality assurance measures. Now it’s time to deliver your POD! We coordinate with you to ensure your site is fully prepared and the foundation is ready. Using a crane, we securely position the home in place. Installation typically takes 1-2 days, including site connections, power, and water hookups. Once completed, your home will be ready for you to move in.
Although we don’t offer in house finance, we can provide references. A good place to start is with your existing mortgage broker or local credit unions.
An initial deposit is paid to secure your production slot. From there, the payment structure is broken into three phases throughout the construction of your project.