Did You Know? Not all portable buildings are the same?

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13/10/2026

The terms 'portable building' and 'modular building' are often used interchangeably, but there is a difference.

Portable buildings are designed to be manufactured off-site, transported to a location and installed by a hi-ab craned vehicle ready for use. They can be ideal when you need additional space quickly, and they can be relocated if your requirements change.

Sizes range from a small 3.6m x 3m building (10.8m2) to a larger 12m x 3.6m building (43.2 m2)

Modular buildings are also manufactured off-site, but they can offer greater flexibility when it comes to the size, layout and specification of the building. Individual modules can be combined to create larger spaces and more complex layouts.

Any new modular building that is over 50m2 in area, will need to comply with the latest Part L2A Building Regulations

The right option really depends on what you need the building for, how much space you require and how you intend to use it.

At New Cabin Space, we supply new portable building and modular buildings for businesses and organisations across the UK, with options to suit a wide range of needs.

If you're not sure which type of building is right for you then please contact us.

We're happy to talk through your requirements and offer straightforward advice.

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