Modular homes have been around for a while, but they're just now starting to catch on in a big way. Manufactured in factories instead of on the job site, modular homes can be assembled (from vacant lot to full-blown move-in-ready home) in days. Once the foundation is set, the home (which arrives in pre-built pieces) can be put up with relative ease, especially compared to all that goes into building a stick-built home from scratch.
But what are the benefits to modular homes, aside from speed?
"Modular homes cost less... because the components are built in an indoor factory, production is constant which helps control labor costs. Second, rather than purchasing the materials necessary for one, two, or five homes, the factory buys literal train-loads of lumber, hardware and appliances for about half the normal cost.
"The other benefit of modular construction is quality... Built entirely indoors, the various components are never subjected to punishing elements, and because they’re fashioned to be transported to the home site, the modules are built tough. All boards are both nailed and glued, all drywall is reinforced, and all electrical and plumbing apertures are thoroughly sealed."
Quotes from The New Mod Squad, an article that takes a look at the benefits of modular homes.
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