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Before Your Pod Arrives

Concrete slab foundation in a backyard near a house.

Concrete Slab Foundation (Recommended)

Concrete Slab Foundation (Recommended)

Concrete Slab Foundation (Recommended)

A level concrete slab is the most recommended foundation for your pod, making it an essential part of your garden room delivery preparation. The minimum size needed for the garden room foundation is 6m x 2.5m. To ensure a smooth installation, the surface must be level and stable, which is crucial for safe delivery and placement of the pod, as outlined in this site preparation guide.

A rectangular gravel area in a green garden with shrubs and a shed.

Compacted Gravel Foundation

Concrete Slab Foundation (Recommended)

Concrete Slab Foundation (Recommended)

A compacted gravel base is a suitable and cost-effective foundation option for your garden room delivery preparation. The minimum size recommended for the garden room foundation is 6m x 2.5m. To ensure stability and levelness, the gravel must be well compacted and contained with edging, as outlined in our site preparation guide.

Metal frame foundation set in a backyard near a house, likely for a garden structure.

Steel Beam Foundation

Concrete Slab Foundation (Recommended)

Steel Beam Foundation

A steel beam foundation is ideal for uneven ground or where a raised base is required, making it a key consideration in your garden room foundation. As part of your garden room delivery preparation, ensure that the steel frame is level and securely supported on concrete pads, following this site preparation guide.

Garden Room Site Preparation: Essential Steps Before Delivery

Before Your Pod Arrives

To ensure a smooth and easy delivery for your garden room, there are a few key preparations to make before your pod arrives. This includes a proper garden room foundation and following our site preparation guide. Don’t worry — we will guide you through everything and confirm all details with you before delivery day.

Foundation Preparation

Before your garden room delivery, it's essential to prepare a suitable foundation. The foundation must be level, stable, and load-bearing to ensure proper installation. 


Minimum garden room foundation size: 6m x 2.5m.


Suitable foundation options include:


- Concrete slab (recommended)

- Compacted gravel base

- Steel beam foundation


Please make sure your site preparation is completed before delivery.

Site Access & Connections

Please ensure there is clear access to your garden for the delivery and placement of the garden room. As part of your garden room delivery preparation, please confirm the following before delivery:


- Access pathways are clear

- Gates are wide enough for access

- Overhanging branches or obstacles are removed


After delivery, electricity, water, and waste connections can be completed by a qualified professional. The pod will arrive ready to connect to your mains services.


For a smooth delivery, refer to our site preparation guide. If you are unsure about anything, you can send us photos of your site, and we will confirm everything before the delivery.

Planning Permission Guide

Not sure if you need planning permission? We’ve created a simple Planning Permission Guide to help you understand when permission may be required and what to consider before installing your pod, including important aspects of garden room delivery preparation. Every property is different, but this guide will provide a clear starting point, covering essential details like garden room foundation and site preparation guide, so you can plan with confidence.

Download Planning Permission Guide

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