It's faster…
Stick vs. Modular Construction Timing: Among the most popular benefits of modular construction is quick turnaround between groundbreaking and occupancy. Some owners are able to move into their manufactured homes just months after initial contract with their modular homes. Many modular homes are custom-built in just a fraction of the time a comparable custom site-built home could be constructed. For homeowners who prefer to move into their new home sooner rather then later, or who live in an area with a shorter building season and fickle weather, modular construction offers a timely solution.
It's cheaper (in most cases)…
Stick (Conventional) Building vs. Modular Construction Costs: There are many factors that may make prefabricated homes more cost-effective than site-built homes. Producers of manufactured homes are able to purchase materials in bulk and store those materials for a longer amount of time than most conventional builders. When material costs increase, so does the savings of bulk buying.
Prefabricated homes also control home building costs after the modules leave their production facility. Weather delays, which cost both the homebuilder and buyer time and money, are reduced significantly. In addition, there is less theft of building materials on a modular construction site. Once the home is set on its foundation, it is safe and secure.
It's flexible…
Stick (Conventional) Building vs. Modular Construction Customization: While most modular home manufacturers have a portfolio of unique home and home addition plans, there are limitless design possibilities when planning your new modular home. Most architects and designers use computer-assisted design (CAD) programs to accurately sketch customizations into a floor plan. The modular industry takes CAD to another level; not only can your customizations be designed through computer software, but the program will also communicate your designs to the machinery in the manufacturing facility. This ensures that your custom home design is built accurately and precisely.
It's energy efficient…
Stick (Conventional) Building vs. Modular Construction Energy Efficiency: The construction process of many modular homes allows for easier identification and filing of gaps around pipes, electrical outlets, windows, doors, and exterior sheathing. Not only does this make modular homes tighter, but it also allows for less infiltration and advanced energy efficiency, resulting in lower heating and cooling costs for the homeowner.
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