Prefabricated houses are changing the temporary housing needs in Kenya. Because they are faster to build, more cost-effective, and can adapt to various climate conditions. Whether it is accommodation, labor camps or humanitarian projects, prefabricated houses in Kenya are an economical and sustainable alternative to traditional brick and tile buildings.
K-Home is a professional manufacture of prefab houses in Kenya; we come to solve all the temporary house solutions. Our mission is could let more and more people have a comfortable house to live in.
To make sure we can develop the most suitable products for them, we go deep into Africa every year, only if we know them, then we can know truly what they need.
According to local people’s preferences, usually, they are stronger than Chinese, and the weather is humid, it rains frequently all year round, and people don’t desire a too expensive or looks too luxury house. So we are thinking to find economic, waterproof, anti-rust, and durable houses that could fit all their demand.
Due to our fruitful discovering, researching, developing, designing, producing, installing and after-sales experience in other countries, we do some change and enhance on our present products, to make sure they like our products.
What is a Prefab House Construction?
“Prefabricated houses” are a type of modern modular construction. They are popular in Kenya for their affordability, sustainability and rapid construction. These prefab houses are built off-site in modules or sections and then transported to a designated site for assembly. Compared with the traditional “brick-by-brick” construction method, prefab houses in Kenya focus more on precise engineering design, standardized processes, and rapid deployment.
What is the Situation of Prefab Houses in Kenya?
Due to the time, money, and manpower spent on permanent construction, many people cannot afford a comfortable house.
With the emergence of light steel prefabricated houses, it can largely meet the needs of a considerable number of people for houses, which also makes our products more and more popular in Kenyan fashion.
We went deep into the African market to understand the living habits and characteristics of the locals. In the design of the Prefab Houses in Kenya, we not only pursued beauty and fashion but also integrated practicality into the house design. It can make people live in comfortable, cheap, and beautiful Manufactured Homes.
Thanks to our R&D team for putting a lot of energy into the design, so now all parts of the Mobile Homes are connected by bolts, and there is no need to use electric welding and other installation methods that require special skills. This makes it easy for every ordinary person to build their own house, and not only can it be built, but it can also be built very quickly.
For Prefab Houses in Kenya, wind and rain protection is the most important and basic requirement, especially in Kenya, where rain is more frequent. The rainproof treatment of the roof is very important. We use various folding parts such as outside big corner bending parts and inner corner bending parts, which could do a good performance in the details, make the house could reach a perfect situation. Currently, the houses we have built-in Africa countries have received very good feedback, and there has been no problem of rain leakage.
Only when customers see our real case, will they know more clearly what they are buying in the future, and they will compare what they should pay attention to when buying a house and how to choose. Because of our successful cases, more and more people choose from K-Home.
Why Prefab Houses Suit Kenya’s Needs?
Rapid Urbanization
Quick deployment of KHOME prefabricated houses addresses housing shortages in cities like Mombasa and Kisumu.
Climate Resilience
KHOME prefab building materials such as galvanized steel can withstand heavy rains and high temperatures.
Cost Control
Predictable pricing minimizes budget overruns common in traditional builds.
Main Differences Between Containerized House and Prefab House in Kenya
Container House in Kenya
Conventional life span: 10~20 years depending on the material and maintenance.
Influencing factors: Steel thickness (common steel thickness of 2.0-3.0mm), anti-corrosion treatment (such as galvanized layer), the quality of materials including wall panels, doors, and windows, regular maintenance (paint and clean rust)
Prefab K House in Kenya
Conventional life span: Temporary design is usually 5~15 years.
Influencing factors: Sandwich panel material quality (different materials have different prices and characteristics, the number of dismantling and installation (it is recommended that it should not exceed 3 times) is the main limitation; the weak wind and seismic performance (wind resistance level 8, ordinary container house up to level 11) also affects the long-term stability.
In conclusion, modular container houses are preferred for long term projects: for a life cycle of more than 10 years or for frequent relocation (e.g. site rotation), prefabricated houses are more durable and economical.
How Much Does a Prefab House In Kenya Cost?
The cost of prefabricated houses in Kenya varies depending on the structure, size, material and design of the house. The average price of a prefabricated house is around $40-$60 USD per square meter, excluding freight, furniture and bathrooms. If there are special requirements for design and materials, such as adding partitions or replacing glass walls, the price will vary accordingly.
How to Build a Prefab K House in Kenya?
1、Positioning Line and Foundation Construction
Before installing the prefabricated sandwich panel house, it is first necessary to locate and place the line to determine the location and size of the house. This step is the foundation of the whole installation process to ensure the accuracy of the subsequent construction. Then, according to the design requirements for foundation construction, concrete pouring to form a solid foundation.
2、Steel Frame Installation
After the ground foundation is completed, the next step is the installation of the steel structure. The steel structure usually includes components such as load-bearing skeleton columns, beams and roof frames. These components need to be assembled in accordance with the requirements of the design drawings, and the use of bolts, nuts and other connectors fixed together to ensure the stability of the overall structure. For multi-story buildings, prefabricated floor slabs also need to be installed to improve sound insulation and earthquake prevention.
3、Wall and Roof Construction
The wall construction of prefabricated sandwich panel house is very simple. It is only necessary to fix the sandwich panel wall panels to the steel frame according to the drawings. The roof sandwich panels are laid with sealant to prevent leakage to ensure the integrity and durability of the structure.
4、Doors, Windows and Plumbing Installation
One of the crucial components in the building of prefabricated homes is the installation of doors and windows. Cut the wall panel according to the size and locations of doors and windows, install them in accordance with the guidelines, then debug and accept them. Installation of electrical and plumbing systems, including the installation of cables and water pipes, is also necessary. To guarantee functioning and safety, all activities must be completed strictly in compliance with the building designs.
To guarantee the quality and safety of prefabricated homes, the installation procedure entails a number of processes, each of which must be completed strictly in compliance with the installation plans and design specifications. Through rational planning and scientific management, prefabricated houses can be installed quickly and efficiently, and meet the needs of use.
Clients Feedback
As the feedback from clients, the features of our prefab house are:
About Price:
1. Prefabricated House Price is about 70% less than permanent building.
About Installation Period:
1. The installation period is quite short： Prefabricated houses shorten time by bypassing weather delays and labor shortages. Although the foundation is prepared on-site, the house materials are produced and built in the factory, shortening the overall project time by 40-60%. For example, a 3-bedroom prefabricated house in Kenya can be assembled in 7-14 days, while traditional buildings take 6-12 months.
2. Immediately move in, after completed installation, it already with window, doors, etc, no need too much decoration, they can move the belonging in immediately, no need wait.
3. Recycle to use as Eco Homes, a client they want to move to other places, this house he can resell it as second hand or disassemble it and take all the items with him to the new place.
about design：
Prefabricated houses are not ‘one size fits all’. Advanced CAD software allows buyers to customize:
1. Material Selection: K-HOME prefabricated homes are available in a variety of materials to meet the needs of different budgets. The price and expected lifespan of the home will also vary depending on the quality of the material.
2. Flexible design: The low cost of prefabricated houses allows them to be used as construction barracks, providing dormitories and office space for workers. K-HOME’s prefabricated houses can be designed according to your needs. Our professional designers will provide different customized plans until you are satisfied.
From Customer to Agent
Now we are developing cooperation partners all over the world. And it would be our honor if we can work with a professional and experienced company in your country.
We K-home have been in the Prefab Houses in Kenya industry for about 20 years. And we are committed to using technological innovation to promote building construction. Our mission is also to use our prefab house to help low-income people live happily.
Many of our agents are start as customers to work with us, and after using our products themselves, they offered to become our company’s agents in their countries. This process includes a lot: Our high cost-effective products, our best service, trust in our company, and good future prospects of the product.
Best Prefab Houses Manufacturer for Kenya: K-HOME
With Kenya’s rapid urbanization and surging housing demand, how to efficiently and sustainably meet diverse housing needs has become a key challenge. As an innovator in the field of prefabricated buildings – Chinese manufacturer K-HOME, with its core concepts of durability, affordability, customizability, and green environmental protection, is becoming an ideal partner for the Kenyan market, providing leading solutions for local housing and infrastructure development.
The Kenyan market requires flexible building solutions. K-HOME offers modular combination designs that support customers to customize the type and appearance of houses according to the land area and functional requirements. The most important thing is that these prefabricated houses are cost-effective.
KHOME’s prefabricated houses in Kenya provide one-stop services from design, and transportation to installation. At the same time, K-HOME prefabricated houses have passed ISO 9001, CE, SGS, and other certifications, and their quality has been verified in projects in many African countries (such as Ethiopian container hotels, Mali military camps, etc.).
K-HOME redefines the future of the Kenyan construction industry with technological innovation and user-first philosophy. Whether it is to solve housing needs or support business development, K-HOME’s prefabricated house solutions can create long-term value for customers. Contact the K-HOME team now to get customized solutions and enjoy limited-time offers!
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