Prefabricated & Modular Homes Logistics Specialized Transport, Assembly

Yes. We handle oversized prefabricated modules including complete room units, wall panels, roof trusses, and bathroom pods. We arrange flat racks, open tops, and specialized inland transport with route surveys and permits.

We use custom crating, weather protection wrapping, and proper container securing to prevent moisture damage and shifting. For flat-pack components, we optimize container loading to maximize units per shipment.

Ocean freight from manufacturing to US port takes 14-35 days depending on origin. Add 3-7 days for customs clearance and inland delivery to the building site. We align logistics timing with your construction schedule.

Yes. We coordinate crane, forklift, and rigging services for module placement at the building site. We work with your construction team to ensure modules arrive in installation sequence.

Yes. Prefab shipments often contain wood, steel, glass, electrical, and plumbing components — each with different HTS codes and duty rates. Our customs brokers classify each component correctly to minimize duty exposure.

Complete prefab home modules ship by RoRo (roll-on/roll-off) vessel for self-propelled or towable units, or as breakbulk/project cargo for module-on-trailer transport. For modules under 12m × 4m × 4m, standard 40' high-cube containers work for components. For larger modules (typically 12-18m long, 4-5m wide), open-top containers, flat-rack containers, or breakbulk shipping are required. RoRo vessels (Wallenius Wilhelmsen, Höegh Autoliners, NYK Line, K-Line) offer the easiest loading for module-on-trailer setups. Pre-shipment inspection verifies dimensional stability, weatherproofing for ocean transit (modules often spend 30-45 days at sea), and bracing for vibration. Our partner network handles port permits for oversized cargo, escort vehicle coordination at destination, and liaison with the construction crane company for unloading sequencing.

Permit requirements depend on module size, weight, and origin/destination ports. Standard requirements: commercial invoice with HS codes (typically 9406 for prefab buildings), packing list with detailed dimensions per module, bill of lading specifying breakbulk or RoRo, marine insurance (mandatory for project cargo above $100k), origin export declaration. For oversized modules: special handling permit at origin port, port pre-arrival notification 7-14 days ahead, customs broker bond for high-value cargo. At destination: import customs entry, building code compliance certificates (the modules must meet destination country building codes — IRC for USA, BS for UK, EN for EU, NCC for Australia), structural engineering certification, energy efficiency rating documents (HERS for USA, EPC for UK). For US imports, the modular units must comply with HUD code (HUD Code mobile homes) or be certified as IBC/IRC compliant before installation.

Shipping a complete prefab home from China to the USA typically takes 35-55 days door-to-door. Breakdown: factory loading and pre-shipment inspection 3-7 days, inland trucking from Chinese factory to port (Shanghai, Ningbo, Shenzhen) 2-5 days, port loading and customs export clearance 3-5 days, ocean transit Pacific (West Coast: 14-18 days, East Coast: 25-32 days), US port arrival and customs clearance 5-10 days, inland trucking to construction site 3-7 days plus permit/escort coordination for oversized loads. For small modules (single bathroom pod, kitchen module), transit can be as short as 25-30 days. For multi-module homes (3-5 modules per home, 50+ modules per project), expect 45-60 days total project execution. Our partner network coordinates the entire chain from factory dispatch to construction crane arrival.

Shipping costs for modular homes vary widely based on size, distance, and special handling needs. Indicative 2026 ranges: **single 40' container of prefab components** (panelized walls, fixtures, hardware) China → USA: $3,500-$6,500 FCL plus customs and inland. **Single complete module on trailer** (12m × 4m × 3.5m) China → USA West Coast via RoRo: $8,000-$15,000. **Multi-module home (4-6 modules)** China → USA: $40,000-$90,000 total ocean freight + permits + inland. **Single module Mexico → USA** via truck cross-border: $3,500-$7,000 (much cheaper than ocean from Asia). **Single module Eastern Europe → Western EU** via truck: €2,500-€6,000. These exclude installation crane rental at destination ($2,000-$8,000 per day) and on-site assembly labor. For project pricing, request a complete logistics quote including ocean leg, customs, permits, and inland delivery to your site address.