Frequently Asked Questions

Are modular homes the same as trailers/mobile homes?

Modular homes are distinct from “manufactured homes.” Trailers are ultimately intended as temporary housing (which too often becomes permanent). Modular homes are real houses, which are “stick” built off site and then assembled on the construction site. A completed modular home is indistinguishable from a traditionally-built on site home of similar size and style. It’s not a different type of house, just a different way of putting a house together.

Are modular homes as safe as traditional construction?

Modular homes meet the same construction standards as traditionally-built homes. They can resist fires, earthquakes, hurricanes and any other disaster as well as any other house. In fact, modular homes have often been chosen by people rebuilding after natural disasters because the building process is so much faster. In fact, the standards applied to modular homes are often higher than those traditional builders must meet.

Are modular homes tiny homes?

Again, this is the confusion between modular homes and mobile or manufactured homes. Modular homes are not intended to be moved. Mobile homes are, and thus need to fit in their entirety on a large semi. While each module has to be moved, modular homes can be built to any size, with the limitation being the lot you are building on.

Are modular homes built with cheaper materials?

Modular homes are made with the same standard of building materials. The reduced cost comes from the fact that it takes less time to build them, without corners being cut in materials or construction.

Due to the controlled factory environment that modular homes are built in, the materials aren’t exposed to the elements. This keeps quality materials safe from avoidable deterioration

Do modular homes have a basement?

Modular homes can be placed right on your basement! Just like an on site traditional home. They can also be built on a crawl space or concrete slab.

Are modular homes ugly?

Quite the contrary is true! As already mentioned, modular homes are indistinguishable from traditionally-built homes. You can pick from a variety of designs that will suit your taste and fit in with your neighborhood. Modular homes can be built with one story to three stories, and with all the accent features you might want. The only limitation is that the truck has to be able to access your lot.

A number of stunning homes have been constructed using the modular method.

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