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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about prefab and steel building construction in Bangladesh.

Bongshai Housing is a leading EPC contractor in Bangladesh, specializing in prefabricated steel structures, composite buildings, and container housing. We provide end-to-end solutions from architectural design to final construction.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Construction Process

How does the construction process work?
Every project follows four steps: Consultation, Design & Planning, Construction, and Handover, with payment released in stages as work progresses rather than all upfront.
Can I request a site visit before starting construction?
Yes. Share your preferred date, time, and location with our team through the contact form or WhatsApp, and we'll confirm a site visit before finalizing your design.
What materials are used in construction?
Materials vary by model: precast RC footing and tie beams, MS steel-grade structural frames, RC precast concrete wall and floor panels, tiled flooring, and weather-coat paint finishing are used across our steel and concrete lines; our Wooden House and Cottage lines use the same steel frame with a wood-look finish.

General

What is Bongshai Housing?
Bongshai Housing Ltd. is a Bangladesh-based pre-engineered steel building company and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) contractor with 20+ years of experience, delivering prefab housing, cottages, container houses, and industrial steel structures from our office in Uttara, Dhaka.
What areas of Bangladesh does Bongshai Housing serve?
We serve customers nationwide across Bangladesh, with dedicated project teams based in Dhaka, Chattogram, and Cumilla. See our full district-by-district service area list for details on your region.
What quality and safety standards does Bongshai Housing follow?
Bongshai Housing follows BNBC 2020 and AISC structural design codes and applies rigorous quality-control and safety checks at every stage of construction — see our quality & safety practices for details.
What is a pre-engineered steel building?
A pre-engineered steel building is designed and fabricated off-site to precise specifications, then assembled on your land - resulting in faster construction, tighter quality control, and lower material waste compared to fully on-site conventional construction.
How does steel construction compare to traditional concrete?
Steel-composite construction is typically faster and 10-30% cheaper for low-rise homes, with better earthquake performance when properly engineered, while concrete has a natural advantage in fire resistance and thermal mass. See our full steel vs concrete comparison for a detailed breakdown.

Pricing & Financing

Are there any hidden costs?
No. Every model has a fixed package price that covers the structure and finishing, foundation and civil work, and electrical and plumbing. VAT, delivery outside the main cities (usually free within them), and any design change or premium finish you ask for are written on your quotation before you sign. The price you agree to is the price you pay.
How much does a prefab steel building cost in Bangladesh?
Every model on this site has a fixed package price, shown on its own page - browse the full range to compare them. That price covers the structure and finishing, foundation and civil work, and electrical and plumbing. For a design of your own, request a custom quote.
What factors affect the final quote of a steel building?
A listed model's price is fixed, so none of these change it. For a custom design, the quote depends on floor area, number of floors, structural load requirements and finish level. Either way, VAT and delivery outside the main cities are written on the quotation before you sign.
How do I request a custom building quote?
You can submit your land dimensions and model preferences using our custom quote request form or speak directly with our engineering team via phone or WhatsApp.
Can I get bank financing assistance for my project?
Bongshai Housing assists clients with property documentation and engineering blueprints required for bank home loan approvals in Bangladesh.
How can a prefab house cost this little?
The steel frame is made and cut before it reaches your land, so the house goes up in 60-90 days with less site work and less waste. Every model has one fixed price. Only VAT, delivery outside the main cities and any change you ask for are added, and they are written on your quotation before you sign.

Products & Models

What types of prefab and steel buildings does Bongshai Housing offer?
What floor plans and room configurations are available?
Most residential models offer three tiers: 400 and 600 Sq.Ft (2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1 living room), 750 and 900 Sq.Ft (3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms), and 1050 and 1200 Sq.Ft (4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms). Small Prefab Houses run 250-350 Sq.Ft (1 bedroom, 1 bathroom). Duplex Steel Buildings and Apartment Buildings offer 600 Sq.Ft per floor (3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms) or 850 Sq.Ft per floor (5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms), across two floors. Steel House is also a two-floor design, offered at 650, 750, 950, or 1200 Sq.Ft per floor (4 to 8 bedrooms).
What's the difference between a Duplex Steel Building and an Apartment Building?
Both are two-floor steel structures with the same floor-area tiers, but they're finished and laid out differently - the Duplex line emphasizes a private single-family multi-level home, while the Apartment Building line is designed for multi-family or rental-style living. Compare individual models on each category page for exact specifications.
What is a container house, and is it durable for Bangladesh's climate?
A container house uses modified steel shipping containers as the core structure, finished with insulation, flooring, and interior fit-out for full residential comfort. As an all-steel structure, it holds up well to Bangladesh's monsoon and humid climate with proper maintenance.
What is a Small Prefab House, and who is it suitable for?
Our Small Prefab House line (250-350 Sq.Ft, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom) is a compact, budget-friendly prefab home - ideal for single occupants, small families, weekend homes, or as a starter structure on a smaller plot.
Do you build industrial steel sheds and warehouses?
Industrial steel sheds, warehouses and factory buildings are handled by our sister concerns, Bongshai Steel and Bongshai Engineering, rather than by Bongshai Housing. Bongshai Housing builds residential and commercial prefab and steel housing. If you need an industrial building, contact us and we will put you in touch with the right team.
What is Worker Accommodation, and can it be customized for large labor camps?
Worker Accommodation is our safe, scalable staff-housing line, built for factories, industrial sites, and labor camps. Layouts and unit counts can be scaled up for large workforces - contact us with your headcount for a custom layout.
Are Bongshai prefab houses insulated?
Yes. The roof is a colour profile sheet with a heat-insulation layer under it, so the sun's heat stays out of the rooms. The walls are solid concrete block.
Do you build duplex houses?
Yes. Our Duplex line has 12 two-floor prefab steel homes from 1,400 to 1,800 sq ft, each at one fixed price shown on its own page.
Are these prefab houses residential homes?
Yes. Bongshai Housing builds prefab homes for families to live in: duplexes, single-storey houses, cottages, container, wooden and small prefab houses, and apartment buildings. See them all on Products & Solutions.

Quality & Getting Started

Is there a warranty on construction?
Bongshai Housing stands behind the quality of every build with quality checks and material testing on every project. Contact our team for the specific warranty terms that apply to your model and contract.
How do I get a quote?
Fill out the quote request form on our Contact page, message us on WhatsApp, or call 01781-636613. Include your preferred model, land size, and location for the fastest response.
Can I customize a model to fit my land size?
Yes. The floor-area tiers on each model page are starting points - share your land dimensions and requirements with our team, and we'll adapt the layout to fit.
Where can I buy a prefab house in Bangladesh?
Directly from us, anywhere in Bangladesh. Choose a model, talk to us on WhatsApp or +880 1781-636613, then visit our office in Uttara, Dhaka to sign the agreement. You pay in 3 instalments.
Who builds the house?
Our own team does all of it: engineering, design, drawings and a 3D view, buying the materials, construction, supervision and quality checks. It is a turnkey package - you get a finished house.

Rust Protection & Paint

Will the steel frame of a Bongshai prefab house rust?
We never leave the steel bare. The whole frame is coated with high-quality primer and paint before it reaches your site, and that paint layer keeps moisture away from the steel. The roof is a rust-resistant colour profile sheet.
Is your steel galvanized?
No. Our frame is protected by primer and paint, not by galvanizing.
Why is the frame a red-brown colour?
That is the red-oxide protective coat on the steel.
How long will the house last?
A Bongshai prefab steel house has a lifetime of 70-80 years with normal care. The most important part of that care is keeping the paint layer on the steel in good condition.
Does the paint need maintenance?
Yes, like the paint on any home. Every client gets a care sheet for their house at handover, which says what to check and when, and our team is a phone call away: +880 1781-636613.
I live near the sea. Is that a problem?
No, but salty sea air is harder on any metal, so tell us your location when you ask for a quotation and we will plan for it.

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