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FAQ Part 1
What is the cost for freight?
Freight is free NZ wide to our nearest transport depot. Outpost uses Peter Baker Transport (PBT) for deliveries and there are many depots nationwide - call us & we'll tell you where the closest one to you is - call 0800 688 767. Rural deliveries direct to your site also available, POA call us for a quote, prices vary depending on where you are.
Where is my closest transport depot?
All Outpost kitsets are sent from our Auckland or Timaru dispatch centres to your nearest PBT Freight depot.
What tools do I need?
To assemble your Outpost kitset building you will need:
Level and Square
Heavy duty (min 18kw) Battery Impact Driver & Drill
Square Drive Bit (we supply a tek screw & hex head bit)
Hammer & nail punch
Spanner or socket set (for bolts)
Tape measure & builder’s pencil
Ladder, tin snips & gloves for handling iron
Circular or Handsaw for larger buildings
Is there anywhere I can view a building?
Outpost Buildings supply factory direct kitsets nationwide. We have a very large range of buildings however we do not often have display buildings at our Silverdale and Timaru offices. A wide range of photos and renders are available on request from our many happy customers. Check out our testimonials page.
What are the Colorsteel options?
Zincalume (Silver colour) is the standard roof cladding on all our kitsets. For durability and aesthetic reasons you can upgrade to any colour from the Colorsteel Endura range for an extra cost. Click here to see the color range on the NZ Steel website.
How easy are they to assemble?
Outpost DIY kitsets are very straight forward to assemble. 1 person with basic building skill required plus a helper at times, low building height & step-by-step instructions. Example: small hen house or small calf shelter.
DIY Large kitsets require 2 people with basic building skills to assemble them, some parts are heavy. Step-by-step instructions supplied. Example: large hen house, paddock shelter or wood shed.
Advanced kitsets have a slightly more complicated process. 2 - 3 people required with good building skills for assembly, some parts are heavy. Example: large garden shed or large stable with tack shed.
For our larger and custom designed shelters and stables we recommend using a builder to assemble the kitset.
Does your catalogue include pricing?
Yes it does! We have a fully priced catalogue. Email us now and we will post or email you a copy.
We are in a high wind zone …
All Outpost buildings are exceptionally well designed and we pay particular attention to specific design details like the size of timber used in the building structure and framing connections so the building will withstand very high winds and heavy snow loadings.
Wall and roof claddings are made from only the most quality materials for durability purposes.
Ground anchors are recommended to secure your building in high wind areas - please enquire for more info.
Are they made from treated timber?
Yes, all buildings are manufactured from sustainably grown NZ pine. All exterior framing is treated to the appropriate level for durability.
What is the roof made of?
Roof cladding is typically .04mm Zincalume or Colorsteel corrugated iron
What are the walls made of?
Wall cladding is typically treated plywood with treated timber battens over the wall joins. Wall cladding varies in thickness depending on the size and use of the building.