Sustainable Modular home
28.February, 2009
This home was designed to be both sustainable as well as de-constructable. Using the latest in SIP design (structural Insulated Panels)this home take every advantage of both inside and outside spaces, While being energy effecient. the 1400sf home can be constructed in less then 3 weeks time and de-constructed allowing the re-use of over 90% of the materials.
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What’s the difference between Manufactured and Modular homes?
28.February, 2009
I am not sure and wanted to know?
Manufactured are usually completed structures, whereas modulars are assembled on-site in any number of configurations. You have seen manufactured homes being trucked down the freeway I’m sure, those “wide load” cargo haulers. Modulars can even need to be roofed later.
I saw an apartment building in Houston which was all modular, it was literally stacked apartment made of reinforced concrete units that a crane hauled and put in place, they slid together, each one was completely finished except for pluming/electrical hookup…the beds were made, the walls were painted, the curtains were hung.
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Why Pick a Modular Home?
27.February, 2009
Modular homes, a factory product, are built as different sections so that they can match with all state, local or regional building codes of where you wish to live. These sections are then transported to the home site where they are raised onto foundations and fixed there permanently.
Generally, modular homes are designed to be initially stronger than site-built homes for example by replacing nails with screws and adding glue to joints. This helps the modules to maintain their structural integrity as they are transported on trucks over major highways to the construction site. Even though the modular home is found to be stronger than a stick built home, it is hard to predict the final building strength as it needs to withstand transportation stresses that the site-built homes never experience.
The modular home construction process is smooth and efficient. The construction time period needed to construct a home may vary depending on the home selected. As modular homes construction is constrained in a climate-controlled situation, the chance for moisture, rain or weather to delay construction, presence of dampness etc will be very less. Mold and mildew have little opportunity to grow in your new built modular home. For families with very sensitive members, the final product is an allergy free home to lead a healthier life.
Another advantage of modular home to be noted is in terms of durability. Modular homes have to travel a lot to reach the final site. Manufactures make out modular homes with this idea in mind and provide a durable product that can withstand the side effects of transportation. True modular homes have more flexibility as compared to on-frame modular homes. A perfect modular home can be built from existing plans or from custom plans generated by an architect. Also, a modular home producer’s uses computer generated plans to meet all national, state, and local building standards.
Material waste is very much less when compared to site built homes resulting much saving of money to home owners. This is because the lumber that is removed after construction of one house can be taken for the construction of the new house.
The uniqueness of modular home is it is built in a climate-controlled factory and building in this way reduces the chances of weather related delays or problems. To add to it, the fact that building supplies are stored in on-site warehouses, it also virtually eliminates the chance that wet materials will be used when building the modular home.
Donât jump into a decision. Have a talk with manufactures to help design your own modular dream home. Make your dream home into a reality by exploring additional features and benefits of modular homes.
Daya
http://www.articlesbase.com/home-improvement-articles/why-pick-a-modular-home-118983.html
What is the best company for modular homes?
26.February, 2009
I've heard of Palm Harbor, Jim Walter, and Ex-something? We're looking at price range of 80k-130k and we live in south Louisiana, which company would be the best choice??? THANK YOU IN ADVANCE!
I used to live in a Palm Harbor home and it was really nice!! It didn't even feel like a modular home, it had better features.
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Modular Home Set Video
25.February, 2009
This is a 2 story modular home being set in Pennsylvania. The video is brought to you by Signature Building Systems Inc. of Moosic, PA.
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I've been searching the web all evening and have not been very impressed with what I've found so far. Are there any manufacturers who make a higher-end modular? Web sites would be very helpful. I live in Southern Illinois, just east of St. Louis, Missouri. Thank you.
http://www.legacybuilthomes.com/faq.php
This particular company is located in Goodfield, Illinois, and I'm sure they would be able to help you.
I believe this is the place where my brother-in-law purchased his home. He bought it a few years ago, and lives about 150 miles north of us. His home is very nice, valued at about 250,000 now.
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Insulating the Roof of a Mobile Home
22.February, 2009
The following footage displays two methods used by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Weatherization istance Program (WAP) for installing insulation in a mobile home roof.
This is not a “how to” video. The measures taken in this footage should not be attempted without professional istance.
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i looking for an article that I read in the magazine cottage living about modular housing/manufactured housing. need to the fine the article and the companies names.
It wasn't Cottage Living it was Country Living. The whole issue was devoted to their Home of the year. A modular home in Auburndale Florida. It was Old Florida looking with a tin roof etc. I liked that house so much that I tracked it down and saw it in person. Disappointment. Pursue Palm Harbor Modular Homes.–PS $500K asking price on the Country Living magazine home-silly–it was very much like a simple mobile home.But it looked great in the magazine–I enjoyed that issue so much.
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Investing in Modular Homes
20.February, 2009
If you are in the right areas, there are big profits to be made with modular homes. The downside? You may need a lot of cash for these deals.
Modular homes are not just a step up from mobile homes. The new ones are usually built to higher standards than many regular stick-built houses. They have six-inch walls and lots of insulation. Once they are on a foundation, they often qualify for regular home financing, as opposed to mobiles, which you’ll always pay a higher interest rate on.
However, they are cheaper than a regular wood-framed home. This makes them a good choice for many home buyers, but what about investors? It depends how you use them. If they are already attached to a lot, you can just treat them like any residential property - as long as they are truly modular homes, and not classified as double-wide mobile homes. The latter are harder to finance, and you’ll pay higher interest.
Perhaps the most profitable strategy, though, is to start with land and put a modular on it. In many areas, a modular home on an acre of land might sell for $140,000, and yet the cost of the land and the necessary improvements plus the modular may be under $100,000. There is a great opportunity in those areas where this is true.
Modular Home Investing - An Example
Suppose you have been watching sales of homes around the edge of the city where you live. Every now and then you see a modular sell, usually on an acre or two of land, because many subdivisions won’t allow them. They seem to be consistently selling for around $135,000 or so if they have at least three bedrooms and two baths.
There are several suitable pieces of property in the area selling for $29,000 to $35,000. You can buy a 3-bedroom, 2-bath modular new for $64,000. The modular salesman tells you what you need to do to prepare a lot. Now you need to investigate the other costs.
The well drilling company that has been most active in the area says the wells are shallow in the area where two of the properties are. They can put in a well and pump for $3,800. The soils is sandy, so you can get a septic system installed for just $4,700. A power pole will cost $1,500, an asphalt driveway $2,800, and the foundation $3,200. Setting up the home and making the hook-ups is included in the purchase price. Closing costs and two months of holding costs will run about $3,000.
You decide that you are interested in the most expensive lot, the one that is $35,000. It has the nicest location, and it is in the area where it is cheaper to have a well put it.
Adding up all the costs, you arrive at a figure of $118,000. You think you can get more for the property, but you make a safe projection of $132,000. You realize that after $8,000 in commission and other closing costs, you would be left with a profit of only $6,000. That is not very motivating.
However, you have other plans. You have enough cash to start the project, and a home equity line of credit to finish it without getting a a new mortgage. You make an offer on the property of $32,000 which is accepted. Then you arrange for the well, septic system, and power pole to be installed. While this is going on, you start shopping for a repossessed modular.
You’ve seen them advertised in the paper for as little as $30,000. You let some dealers know you are interested in a “repo,” and a month later you get a call. A dealer has an almost new 3-bedroom, 2-bath modular that he will sell for $49,000. You agree.
You are spending $15,000 less on the home as originally projected, and you bought the lot for $3,000 less as well. You do $2,000 in landscaping that you didn’t include in your original figures. You have an extra $1,000 in holding costs because it took longer than originally projected to complete the project, and the other costs are $2,000 higher than anticipated.
The good news is that because you did the landscaping and paid for the better lot, the home sells for $138,000. Your total costs were just $113,000. Your total profit is $25,000. That is enough to make investing in modular homes interesting.
Steve Gillman
http://www.articlesbase.com/real-estate-articles/investing-in-modular-homes-150266.html
Karsten Modular Homes?
20.February, 2009
I am seeking feedback from owners of Karsten modular homes. Specifically I would like to get information and opinions about quality of construction and heating/cooling costs. Any information will be greatly appreciated!
Structure is sound; utility costs for me are about half what they were in a "stick" house. BUT!! beware of "finish" work; that is, quality of materials and labor used to finish the interior of the home regarding location of electrical outlets, doors, windows, light switches, thermostats, etc. It has been poor in my area (New Mexico) and it would appear that only the sale is important; service after the sale here is almost non-existant. Sadly, it is almost impossible to anticipate what could go wrong within the 1st year. I experienced very expensive fixes to all of the above.
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