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A Kitchen Pod is a self-contained, fully equipped temporary kitchen unit that we deliver and install on your driveway or private land. It connects to your home's existing outdoor tap, power outlets, and greywater drain to provide a completely functional kitchen — oven, hob, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, sink, microwave, and TV included.

It's designed to replace your main kitchen while it's out of action during a renovation, insurance repair, or any situation where you need extra kitchen space.

Delivery timelines depend on availability. In most cases we can arrange delivery within a few days of booking confirmation. If your renovation start date is approaching quickly, get in touch as early as possible and we'll do our best to accommodate you. Contact us on 0499 451 894 or hello@auskitchenpods.com.

The pod needs to be placed on private land — a driveway is the most common option, but a side passage, backyard, or other suitable private area can also work depending on access. Unfortunately we're unable to place pods on public roads or nature strips.

If you're unsure whether your property will work, send us a few photos and we'll advise straight away. For Melbourne metro bookings, we can also arrange a free on-site assessment prior to delivery.

We need a minimum clear area of 4 metres in length and 2 metres in width to position the pod. Most standard Melbourne driveways comfortably meet this requirement. We'll also need access to your outdoor tap, power outlets, and greywater drain — all within 25 metres of the pod's position.

Yes. For bookings in the Melbourne metropolitan area, we can arrange a free on-site assessment prior to delivery. We'll check pod placement, connection points, and make sure everything will work smoothly on installation day. Get in touch to organise this.

Our certified team typically has the pod fully installed and operational in under two hours from arrival. This includes positioning the pod, connecting water, wastewater, power, and gas, and completing all safety checks before we leave.

Before our team arrives, please ensure the following are accessible and unobstructed:

• An outdoor tap within 25 metres of the pod location
• Two standard 10-amp power outlets within 25 metres
• A greywater drain within 15 metres (or we can supply a waste caddy)
• The driveway or placement area is clear and accessible

We'll confirm all of this with you before your delivery date — no surprises.

The pod runs on a combination of electricity and gas. The oven and hob are gas-powered for efficient cooking, and all other appliances — fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, microwave, and TV — run on electricity via two standard 10-amp power outlets from your property.

Yes. Each pod is fitted with a safety switch (RCD) circuit board for electrical protection, and all connecting cables to your property are also RCD-protected. A full risk assessment is carried out by our team before installation begins. Gas connections are checked by our installers to ensure they comply with Australian safety standards. We won't leave until everything passes our safety checklist.

If a suitable greywater drain isn't available within 15 metres of the pod, we can provide a removable waste caddy instead. This collects wastewater from the sink, dishwasher, and washing machine and will need to be emptied on a daily basis. Let us know your drain situation when you enquire and we'll plan accordingly.

No pressure — renovation timelines shift and we completely understand that. The pod stays until you tell us you're ready for collection. We won't show up to collect without your go-ahead. If your hire extends beyond the original booked period, we'll simply arrange a payment for the additional time at our standard daily rate.

Call us straight away on 0499 451 894. We're available seven days a week and will get onto any issue as quickly as possible. Our goal is to make sure your pod is always fully operational throughout your hire.

Of course! The pod is your space for the duration of the hire — use it just as you would your kitchen at home. Pets are welcome.

Every hire includes a full gas bottle plus a spare, so you have a backup if the first runs out. For longer hires, if both bottles are used, we have an account with a gas supplier and can arrange delivery and installation of a replacement directly to your property — just give us a call.

Yes. The pod connects to your home's mains water supply via a food-grade hygiene hose. Although Melbourne mains water is generally safe, we filter it again inside the pod for drinking, cooking, and cleaning — so the water quality in your pod is excellent.

Our standard Melbourne pricing is $699 for 1 week, $1,199 for 2 weeks, and $1,499 for 3 weeks. For hires of 4 weeks or more, we provide a custom quote based on your duration and location. Pricing may vary slightly for areas outside the metropolitan zone. See our Prices page for full details.

No. The hire price covers delivery, installation, gas, all appliances, and collection. The only other amounts are a $400 booking deposit (which is deducted from your total) and a $400 security deposit collected on delivery and fully refunded after collection, provided there is no damage to the pod.

Get in touch via the contact form or call us on 0499 451 894. We'll confirm availability, discuss your dates, and provide a quote. Once you're happy to proceed, we'll send through a booking form and request a $400 deposit to lock in your date.

We accept bank transfer (EFT) — our preferred method — as well as Visa and Mastercard. Payment details and instructions will be included in your booking confirmation.

Absolutely — and we encourage it. Fill in the enquiry form below or call us and we'll give you an exact quote for your location and dates with no obligation whatsoever. We'll also answer any questions you have before you decide.

When you're ready for us to collect, just give us a call or send an email. We'll arrange a collection time that works for you — we're available seven days a week. We'll never collect without your explicit go-ahead.

Collection is typically quick — our team disconnects all connections and loads the pod in under two hours in most cases. We'll leave your driveway clean and clear.

The $400 security deposit is refunded after the pod has been collected and inspected for any damage. Provided the pod is returned in good condition — normal wear and tear is expected — your deposit will be refunded promptly via the same payment method used to pay it.

We ask that the pod is left in a reasonably tidy condition — similar to how you'd leave a rental property. A quick clean of surfaces and appliances is appreciated. We handle the full professional clean between hires, so there's no need to deep clean anything.