Some Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat are pre-owned modular buildings?Pre-owned modular buildings offer all the advantages of off-site construction with the additional benefit of exceptional value for money because the buildings supplied are recycled and fully refurbished. Steel-framed modular buildings can be provided in single and multi-storey configurations, and fitted out for a wide range of permanent and temporary uses. What are the benefits of this approach?
Who are Foremans?We offer a nationwide service from our 63,000sqm production centre in East Yorkshire and our southern regional office in Dunstable. As part of the Shepherd Group, one of the largest privately owned construction companies, we have a strong financial base. We provide a full range of construction services, including planning, finance, design and space planning, project management, groundworks, fitting out, delivery and site installation, testing and commissioning. Why should we consider Foremans?We offer the largest selection of refurbished Portakabin buildings available from stock, and have an experienced team ranging from project managers to highly skilled trades and an established supply chain. Every aspect of our services for the removal, refurbishment and installation of modular buildings is carried out in full compliance with health and safety regulations, both on site and in the production centre. Do these buildings comply with Building Regulations?All refurbished Portakabin buildings supplied by Foremans comply with all current Building Regulations, including 2006 Part L. What applications are these buildings suitable for?Foremans' pre-owned modular buildings are suitable for a wide variety of applications, including classrooms, nurseries, ward accommodation and hospital facilities, laboratories, offices and airport buildings. How sustainable is this approach?This is one of the most sustainable forms of construction and an environmentally sound alternative to new build, with no compromise on quality.
How long will a Foremans building last?We offer the reassurance of a three-year product warranty and a ten-year structural warranty on fully refurbished modular buildings using the Portakabin Duplex modular system. Does this building method offer flexibility in design?Buildings can be clad if required to meet planning requirements or to complement existing architecture. We can also provide assistance with space planning and interior design to meet a customer's specification and changing future needs. How are pre-owned modular buildings procured?We provide a range of procurement methods - sales, purchase and hire. We have a range of flexible finance solutions and have the option of a Buy Back guarantee for all buildings supplied by Foremans. We will purchase good quality modular buildings that are surplus to requirements and will undertake their removal from site. ![]() |
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