The Most Efficient Foundation for a Modular Home in Jackson, MI
Construction of a Poured Basement for a Modular Home
The foundation is exactly that – the foundation of your modular home. Placement of support piers is very important to distribute the weight correctly and level the home. Footers, runners and slabs are not just nice, flat places to put the pier blocks on. They redistribute the weight of the modular home and determining the load bearing capacity of the soil is the first step toward a solid foundation. They must be installed in such a manner so as to provide a stable environment for your home. Improper placement leads to cracked sheetrock, doors that do not operate properly and improper drainage of waste water. The modular home manufacturer’s setup manual must be consulted by qualified setup crews for this critical information.
One can often hear that a “foundation” is required by a certain lender or a governmental agency. Generally, the true meaning of this type “foundation” is a block or brick perimeter skirting instead of fabricated skirting for the home. In other words, concrete block skirting. It would be wise, if someone mentions that a certain type of foundation is required, to ask exactly what is meant by their definition of “foundation”. Foundation is what the modular home sits upon and generally is considered the piers, runners or slab, the blocking to hold up the modular homes and includes the proper anchoring to hold the home in place permanently.
There are several types of foundations for a modular home in Jackson, MI and Legendary Homes Inc. highly recommends an insulated precast foundation.
Insulated Precast Foundation for Modular Home
Insulated precast foundations are intended for use where a traditional site-built foundation look and feel is preferred for modular home construction. This type of foundation is less well suited for instances where economy, speed, or installation flexibility is paramount. This foundation can be used on sloping lots and for recessed “low profile” installations. In the latter case, the structural walls form a barrier to the entry of water underneath the home and act as a short retaining wall. Normally, the foundation, especially the low-profile version, is completed before the home arrives.
Modular home’s general contractors require more care and precision than conventional anchor systems. The exterior wall of the foundation should not exceed the dimensions of the modular home’s perimeter floor joists. The controlled temperature of the processing plant allows the manufacturer to work with concrete admixtures that focus on ultimate strength rather than cure time and temperature. Manufacturers are able to produce mixes that harden to 5,000 psi, which is stronger than concrete block or concrete walls formed and cast in the field. Better control of the concrete mixture and curing environment allows the use of low water/cement ratios that result in a dense material that prevents water penetration.
Precast foundations for modular home basements are generally more expensive than slabs and anchors. However it can provide a lifelong savings in utility bills, leaving an immediate return of investment. An insulated precast foundation installed in a modular home provides a number of benefits to your home and your family, thereof.
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