Modular Construction vs. Traditional Site Built Construction

The efficient and precise factory construction methods elevate the modular home building process to a higher standard.  Built in an ideal, indoor work environment with state-of-the-art equipment, skilled tradesmen build homes that are beautiful and stand the test of time.

Here are a few examples of how modular construction delivers quality and value:

Appearance:  Indistinguishable from site built homes once construction is complete.  Both can incorporate any style of window, door, wall or architectural feature chosen by the customer.  Modular home styles range from traditional ranches and colonials to sleek modern homes, all incorporating the latest design trends.

Floor Plans and Design:  Both can be custom designed by the builder or by an architect. 

Time Frame:  Since modular construction allows for site work and home construction to happen simultaneously, and because weather and labor issues typically don’t delay modular manufacturing, modular homes are typically constructed faster than a traditional site built home. 

Building Process:  Modular homes are built on an assembly line, indoors, with no exposure to weather or outdoor elements.  Traditional site built homes are built from scratch, so all materials are exposed to whatever Mother Nature delivers, vandalism and theft.

Building Codes:  The modular home industry is more heavily regulated than site built homes. There is a rigorous inspection process and modular homes not only meet all the building codes required of a site built home, they typically exceed them.

Cost:  Modular manufacturers buy building materials in very large quantities saving with bulk purchases.  The factories are typically located in rural areas where wages are lower. There is less waste of materials due to inefficiency, weather or water damage.  A factory environment helps organize and streamline the construction process.  Furthermore, time equals money.  Due to increased planning and decreased timelines, typically modular construction is a faster, more economical way to build a custom home.  Most importantly, modular homes are built stronger and include more, so they are a better value.

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