Product

Are the plans in the online configurator customisable? 
 
Do you have plans with multiple houses connected?
 
 
 
Can we make the house off-grid and how much does that cost?
We have off-grid solar solution which includes solar panel and full battery pack. 
 
What type of windows are you using for the Manta North houses?
We use energy efficient triple glass aluminium windows. 
 
Can you make the wooden stove inside the house? 
We don’t offer wood stove as our standard equipment. Burning requires additional oxygen and only stoves with external oxygen supply can be used in our houses. Our houses are highly energy efficient both in terms of thermal conductivity and air tightness. The fresh air is supplied by recuperation. 
 
Can you make windows in the roof?
It is not possible structurally to install windows on the roof. 
 
How do you keep the larger houses heated?
The standard heating is electrical floor heating. The consumption is very low due to its high energy efficiency. However in many regions it is wise using air to air heat-pump. 
 
How energy efficient are your models?
Our houses are A grade energy efficient. Thermal conductivity and air tightness is passive standard. 
 
Would your unit be suitable for wheelchair users? Or adaptable?
We have done a double bedroom model meeting the wheelchair requirements. We can definitely adapt the plan. 
 
How many years they would typically last?
It can last as normal residential house 50+ years. We give our houses 10 year guarantee for structural elements with additional guarantees for different elements.
 
What kind of ventilation does the homes have?
We have a recuperation system integrated in all of our houses. It secures controlled air flow and has CO2 detector. 
 
Is the furniture included in the price?
Designed kitchen, integrated lightning and lamps are included. Bathroom is fully equipped. 
 
Do you have any approx running costs per annum for heating?
On average the consumption is around 15kWh/m2 annualy. 
 
Which kind of insulate do you use?
We use high-performance insulation PIR panels 120mm. 
 
Do you use anything to protect the structure from corrosion?
All metal elements are galvanized and the rest of the structure is wooden. 
 
What about water resistance? Is the wood getting grey?
Facade is water resistant thermally treated wood. In case you choose black stained facade, it stays like this for several years before it needs to be repainted. If it is left untreated “natural”  it will get light grey in colour eventually. 

Order

What is the production (lead) time? 
Standard production time is 12-16 weeks from signing a contract and first payment. 
 
Covid 19 may cause delays extra 4-6 weeks. 
 
What is the payment structure? 

Production

Where Manta North factory is located? 
The location is Latvia, 40 km from the capital Riga. All units for EU are manufactured shipped from here. 
 
What is the production capacity? 
In our EU production facility we can manufacture 10-12 units a month. 
 
What is the production (lead) time? 
Standard production time is 12-16 weeks from signing a contract and first payment. 
 
Covid 19 may cause delays extra 4-6 weeks. 
 
What is the payment structure? 

Transportation

Which countries do you ship to? 
We ship to all EU countries. We have a branch in USA and can deliver to any state. 
 
How much is shipping? 
Please provide zip code for you area to calculate shipping. 
If possible could you make a pin in google maps, then we could tell you more precise. 
 
Do you provide the shipping? 
Shipping can be provided for additional cost. 
 
How fast can you deliver to our provided location? 
The standard production time is 12-16 weeks after which we can release the product. It ships within one week around Europe and 2 weeks for US. 

Installation

Do you provide installation? 
The installation is quite easy and doesn’t require much assistance. Please see the video for installation process which normally takes 2 hours. 
 
We do assist however and connect the larger modules of 75+ m2. 
 
What is the weight of the houses? 
The weight of the houses is 
  • 12 tons for 25 m2 
  • 18 tons for 48 m2 
 
 
How do I connect them to electricity, water, sewer i.e, utilities? 
When the order is made you receive the foundation plan and the point to which all utilities are run. Connection to utilities is done after the unit is place on the prepared foundation. 
 
How do I connect them to electricity, water, sewer i.e, utilities? 
When the order is made you receive the foundation plan and the point to which all utilities are run. Connection to utilities is done after the unit is place on the prepared foundation. 
 
How long does it take to place the house on the prepared land?
It takes not more than 2 hours. But again it much depends on the location and the accessibility of the site. Most time consuming process is for transport to take positions. The actual lifting is fast as seen in the video. 
 
When will we have the plans for the house and foundation? 
The contract is signed and 10% deposit is paid, after which you receive the architectural drawings for building permit submission and foundation plan. 
 
What is the building classification in the UK?
It can go under classification of mobile home, but it depends on the region.