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| Written by Tim Montey |
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What are the benefits of a modular home? 1. Strength - Modular homes must be built strong to withstand transit and being lifted with a crane. Many modular homes have most structural wood attached together in 3 ways – glued, screwed and strapped. This goes beyond building codes, but is necessary for this type of home. 2. Cost - There is often a cost savings when comparing modular homes to site built homes. This savings is due to efficiency in materials usage inherent in building in a factory. Also, materials are bought in bulk which translates to a cost savings. When building a home indoors, there are no rain delays. By speeding up construction time, there is a cost savings in interest payments on the construction loan. 3. Fewer Contractors to Manage - This probably does not matter if you are not acting as the general contractor for your house. If you are, this makes the job much easier. 4. Speed of Construction - Not counting any backlog, all of the sections of a modular home can be built in two weeks. This speeds up the time of the entire project considerably. To sum it up, modular homes are built in a unique manner and definitely have a number of benefits over the alternatives. The type of home that is best suited for you though depends on many variables - budget, building site, location, local regulations, just to name a few. Good luck choosing your new home!. Tim Montey |
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