Considering A Modular Home in North Carolina?
A modular home delivered and set-up in the state of North Carolina could cost 10% to 30% less compared to a traditional home built on site. Modular homes are typically more energy efficient compared to traditional homes and, with quicker build times, you’re going to save time and money.
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What We Offer
We at North Carolina Modular Homes have created a unique, time-tested program that makes purchasing a modular home easy and enjoyable. Do you have a custom floor plan you would like us to look at? Maybe this is your first home purchase. Either way- we can help!
Within our website you will find information about modular homes and the benefits associated with modular construction. Modular homes are stronger, more energy efficient, quicker to build and, in most cases, cost less than traditional housing. Get the facts before you buy and make wise and informed decisions. Learn More.
Benefits to Modular Housing in North Carolina
Before a modular home begins construction all building plans must be reviewed and approved by the state of North Carolina. Modular homes must be designed and built to the code for the state and even the county where the home will be transported. Whether you live in Nework, Atlantic City, Camden or New Brunswick all custom built modular home plans must first be approved by the state.
Modular home companies contract with state approved third party plan review agencies which conduct plan reviews on behalf of the state. The modular manufacturer also contracts with a third party inspection agency that is licensed by the state of North Carolina to perform the in-plant inspection while the home is in production. When the housing sections or modules are complete, the third party places a label on the home certifying that the home has been built in conformance with the approved plans and complies with all provisions of the building code. Learn More!
The Energy Efficiency of Modular Housing:
Quality engineering and the latest construction techniques significantly increase the energy efficiency of your new modular home. This ensures it will be economical to own and comfortable to live in regardless of the weather. In addition, most modular homes use two-by-six (2 x 6) framing for the walls. This allows more insulation to be placed in the wall, thereby ensuring greater energy efficiency.
Finally, modular homes have much less air infiltration, which is one of the largest causes of heat loss in a home. The fact that these homes are constructed in a factory allows the manufacturer to place more sealants, such as caulking, in problem areas that site builders have no access to. For example, a modular home builder is able to create a better seal around electrical outlet and fixtures because they can access the walls behind, above and underneath these areas.
Modular Homes are Environmentally Friendly – Going Green:
Modular home construction is more environmentally friendly than its stick built counterpart. Engineered construction materials are utilized, and effective in-plant recycling is in place at most modular home manufacturing facilities. This means that all the excess materials are able to be recycled. This may not sound impressive, but one of the dirty secrets of site builders is the amount of waste a new home generates.
According to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Research Center, the “typical” waste for a new 2,000 square foot home is eight thousand (9,000) pounds or sixty (60) cubic yards. In 2008, the cost to dispose of this averaged $987 per home in North Carolina. Consequently, while waste from a traditional site built home typically goes in a landfill, waste from a modular home is recycled.
Modular Housing Cost Considerations:
Cost overruns are virtually unheard of in the modular housing industry. As mentioned above, climate controlled factories ensure there are no weather related construction delays. In addition, there are no cost overruns from “no-show subs” (as may often be the case with a site built home). Next, because of the reduced construction time there is reduced interest on construction financing which means you, the consumer, pay less on your loans.
Finally, because a modular home factory orders their materials in bulk they pass these savings onto their customers like you. With quicker build times and lower cost for materials it’s no wonder why modular housing is less expensive compared to a traditional home constructed on site.
If you live in North Carolina you owe it to yourself to learn more about this amazing industry and how modular housing is becoming more popular with each passing year. Learn More!
