RTM stands for Ready to Move. The home, cottage, cabin, office, or commercial building is constructed at our site and then moved as one unit to your site upon completion.

Several advantages include:

• A shorter time frame, improved project management, cost efficiency, and worry free environment
• We can start building the RTM while your foundation is constructed, allowing for a more time-efficient build
• We have a Project Manager that oversees all RTM construction to ensure the highest level of quality goes into your RTM. The Project Manager also lines up our trades so there is no downtime
• We strive to make the RTM building process as worry free as possible for you by letting us do the work
• Minimal disruption and displacement when upgrading your home. If you are looking to replace the home you’re currently in, an RTM is your solution. We can build and fully finish your new home at our location. Then when it nears completion, your current home can be demolished, foundation upgraded, and then we’ll ship your new home to its new foundation. This can be accomplished inside of 6 weeks, meaning you’re out of the old house and into the new house very quickly vs. traditional builds which could take up to a year with you having to live somewhere else.

Each RTM may have some minor cracks in the drywall from moving. These cracks will not affect the structure of the home/cottage; they are strictly cosmetic. As soon as reasonably possible, the service department will repair and repaint as necessary once the RTM has been delivered.

All dimensions and layouts are unique to each RTM and should be reviewed with our sales team. For shipping, the RTM cannot be wider than 38 feet to the eaves. Any other modification can be accommodated.

We can ship an RTM anywhere within Alberta and Saskatchewan with appropriate roadway & clearance between the build site & final location.

We can build from our plans or one you provide! We encourage our customers to bring their own ideas when meeting with the RTM sales staff. We have plans on file but you are not limited to those. We are a custom builder – from start to finish!

There are two options with concrete pile or screw pile foundations:

• Crawlspace
• Full basement

Preserved Treated Wood, Concrete, or ICF block can be used on each type.

Yes, you can contract out the foundation yourselves. However, we are unable to offer any recommendations for foundation-work trades or companies if a turnkey option is not selected or not possible. In such a case, all we can provide are a set of blueprints and the target ship day for when the foundation will need to be ready.

Yes we can!

A garage can be added at any stage of construction. Depending on the plan and build schedule, the most common options are building it attached to the home or on-site after the move.

The location of the mechanical room depends on the floor plan and foundation. Mechanical equipment typically goes in the basement or crawlspace except the electrical panel which will always be located on the main floor and will be fully wired & tested.

The location of a washer & dryer depends on preference and floor layout.

A 10-year Alberta New Home Warranty is offered on every build. More information can be found here.

We do our best to give you an approximate move date; however, several factors such as road bans, weather, and site conditions/readiness may contribute to scheduling changes. Nearing the end of the build, your salesperson will contact you regarding the move date and any changes.

A standard RTM package will be fully finished on the interior/exterior from main floor up. Pricing does not include foundation, shipping, mechanical, or utility services connections.

Shipping will vary based on distance, height, and square feet of the RTM. It is best quoted at the time of purchase. Foundation or Basement options vary widely based on building materials and method selected.

Just like all goods and services, GST (General Sales Tax) will apply. In addition, PST (Provincial Sales Tax) will apply at the rate based on the delivery destination of the RTM. For example, Saskatchewan has a PST rate of 6%. An RTM being delivered into Saskatchewan will be assessed 6% PST.

After the initial pricing, drafting, and financial review, we require 20% of the contract price in order to begin construction.

For any RTM that’s available for sale, we require a signed contract and 20% of the asking price to secure the build. All RTMs are subject to prior sale and therefore we are unable to place any on a hold.

While you may select a lender of your choice, we’ve collaborated with a preferred lender to develop a streamlined financing program that simplifies many steps and reduces common delays. Ask us about it!

Yes we do! Appliances can be included as an allowance in the purchase agreement.

No, the furnace and hot water tank need to be sized appropriately to the completed build. We can install a furnace and hot water tank for you after the completed build has been reviewed with our sales team, but the units themselves are not included in the package price.