FAQ

Our factory is strategically situated in Foshan, China, serving as a gateway to international markets and positioned near the primary production area for building materials. This advantageous location allows us to source materials in bulk directly from the factory, eliminating the ‘middle man’ and avoiding extra costs and extended lead times that typically come with supplies locally in countries such as Australia.

Our Cribs are built to withstand the rigors of international transportation, so they can be shipped and transported by Ocean freight, road – and in some cases, by Rail.

Our Cribs are well protected during transit, completely covered in a wrap and plywood to protect the glass. Any damage caused from shipping before pick up or installation will be repaired by Urban Cribs.

You can expect your new home to be ready in as little as 3-4 months!

Production will commence once you have paid your deposit. Production time is about 8-10 weeks plus 4 weeks for shipping, you can expect to wait around 14-16 weeks.

You will be given an indication of the commencement and completion dates before you place your order.

1. Transport & placement

Unless discussed prior with the Urban Cribs team, the client will be responsible for the transport/delivery of their modular home. Transport can be undertaken with a super tilt tray truck or trailer (we recommend speaking & engaging an experienced operator) side swing truck. If the site is hard to access, franna cranes may be required to position your home in its desired location. The Urban Cribs team can assist in providing guidance and contacts for this process.

2. Connection to services

‘The Urban Crib’ is supplied as an off grid movable home with its own independent pre-installed solar system, an external hose connection is supplied for the water supply, you can supply your own tank & pump if required. A standard toilet is supplied so you will have to either install your own septic system or connect to an existing sewer or upgrade at an additional cost to a modern composting toilet. Grey runs through an approved grease trap directly into a container (this must be emptied daily)

As standard, our modular homes do not come with air conditioning installed, however it is available as an optional extra for turnkey package homes.

We have prioritised creating well insulated homes that require minimal heating and cooling, with double glazed windows and wall, ceiling, and floor insulation as standard.

Our solar package comes with 6kwh lithium batteries. They are designed to last for two days although this will vary with usage.

Yes, we can provide a gas cooktop & gas instantaneous hot water system. Both connected to an LPG gas bottle (not supplied) on the outside of your pod. If this is your preferred option, please let us know. 

Our off-grid models are designed for simple installation. All you will need to do is attach the hose from your Crib into the water source. If you are going fully off-grid we suggest installing water tanks so you can collect your water and use as needed. 

A composting toilet decomposes human waste into humus by using micro-organisms. The toilet installed in our pod is an automatic continuous process unit. The waste is processed inside the unit and the finished compost falls into a tray at the bottom of the unit. The waste tray is emptied every six to 12 weeks depending on usage.

An efficient aerobic composting process and fluid evaporation are automated by a mixing mechanism, ventilation system and heating elements controlled thermostatically. The finished compost can safely be reintroduced to gardening. However, it cannot be used to cultivate vegetables.

Our selected composting toilets comply with Australian Standards.

The kitchen sink’s wastewater flows through a grease trap, which is supplied and easily connected once your home is in place. Both the kitchen wastewater and the laundry wastewater drain into a bucket located beneath the grey water outlet. This bucket must be emptied daily onto your lawn or garden.

Yes you can, but you will have to either connect to a sewerage grid or install a septic system.

We suggest acquiring several IBC-type water tanks along with a water pump. We offer links to guide you in setting up your own water supply system. If water is accessible, you can easily connect a hose from your location directly to the water source.

Gas refrigerators are more eco-friendly than electric models. They generate fewer greenhouse gas emissions and have a reduced carbon footprint.