# How ProVanWorks builds your van ProVanWorks builds every grooming van, mobile business van and custom work trailer to order at our shop in Langley, BC. The build starts with an email about how you work, moves to a layout and a written quote, and ends with pickup at the shop or delivery anywhere in Canada or the United States. We use top-quality products and materials throughout. ## What are the steps to building a van? A ProVanWorks build follows five steps, from your first email to the day the van starts working. ## What should I tell you in my first email? The more we know about your day, the better the first layout. For a grooming van, tell us: - where you groom, and what your winters are like - the breeds and sizes you see most - how many appointments you fit in a day - whether you want a diesel, gas or electric van, or a trailer (and the truck you'll tow it with) - add-ons you're thinking about, such as solar or side covers (awnings) For a [beauty, medical or vet van](/custom-van-builds/), tell us what the work area needs and how many clients sit in the van at once. Send it all to info@provanworks.com. ## How long does a build take? A ProVanWorks build usually takes about 1 to 10 weeks. Build time depends on materials, the season, the layout, whether we're supplying the van or you are, and parts availability. We give you a date with the quote. ## Can I bring my own van? Yes. ProVanWorks builds on new or used vans and trailers that customers already own, as well as ones we supply. We also sometimes have ready-built vans for sale and new or used base vans in stock, which can shorten the wait. Tell us the make, model, year and roof height. ## What goes into every build? Every ProVanWorks grooming van gets the same core systems: an insulated cargo area, in-floor and in-wall heat fed by a small heater under the seat, heat exchangers, a thermostat, two fans with A/C on the front fan, a water reservoir and auxiliary battery bank in the rear utility area, a grey water tank, lights about every 30 cm, cabinets, a waterproof floor and a railing at the cargo door. The [mobile grooming van page](/mobile-grooming-vans/) explains each one, and the [cold-weather design page](/mobile-grooming-vans/cold-weather-design/) covers the heating in detail. ## Can I see the van while it's being built? Groomers and business owners within driving distance of Langley can book a time to see their van in the shop. Email info@provanworks.com to arrange a visit. If you're farther away, ask and we'll send progress photos as the build comes together. ## How do I pay for a build? ProVanWorks builds are paid in stages: a deposit to start, then payments at set points in the build. The exact schedule is in your quote. Financing is available through our partners; ask about it when you request a quote.