Benefits of Having a Crawl Space as your Modular Home Foundation

Posted by Legendary Homes on July 7, 2014 in Insulated Pre-Cast Foundations with No Comments Yet

Many have enjoyed the benefits of installing a crawl space as their modular home foundation. Reviews and testimonies from homeowners who chose to have this type of modular home foundation are surprisingly living into anyone’s expectation.

A crawl space has been proven to provide a variety of advantages since its realization. These positive news about this type of modular home foundation brought lots of home buyers to embrace a cost effective and comfortable living. The benefits of crawl space foundation system is divided by cost, maintenance, resistance and appearance.

Cost of Crawl Space

It is noted that a crawl space construction is less expensive than the basement and concrete slab. The low price is attributed to the materials used by the general contractors. For a crawl space to be realized, the general contractor utilizes common materials like wood, bricks and concrete, leading to savings in modular home construction. The stumpy cost of having a crawl space leads to savings for modular home owners, thereof.

Maintenance of Crawl Space

Keeping the modular home foundation at its original state is not an easy task. But if you have a crawl space as a foundation, then you need not to worry big time.

Maintenance of crawl spaces requires less work, and less money. This is because this type of foundation is hardly visited by structural issues brought by moisture and termites and other pests. The crawl spaces today are insulated and waterproof that moisture and even flood water are prevented from threatening the foundation. Additionally, you don’t need special methods while doing maintenance as crawl spaces are made to be accessible.

Resistance of Crawl Space

The cries of installing a crawl space lead us to its resistant power. As a modular home foundation, it is flood, wind and gravity load resistant. Crawl space is highly recommended in regions where hurricanes and tornadoes frequent. However even those places that are not visited by extreme windy weather, are opting this type of foundations nowadays.

The FEMA recommends that the modular home owner whose still looking for a location should not place his home in low lying areas or flood prone areas. Those who already have chosen the setting of their home can have a crawl space as it elevates the home from the earth. Flood water is prevented from damaging the foundation since it is made from high quality and insulated materials.

The crawl spaces is also realized to support the whole modular home structure. The equal distribution of loads placed on the crawl space system prevents the home from collapse.

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Modular Home Foundation: All You Need to Know About Crawl Space

Posted by Legendary Homes on July 7, 2014 in Insulated Pre-Cast Foundations, Jackson with No Comments Yet

To further understand the purpose and benefits of crawl space for modular homes, it is better to make a little research. Modular home foundation comes from a variety of types and one of them is the crawl space. This type of foundation needs extra care and precise installation methods. It is build following the same measurement with the modular home. Some types of crawl spaces are hoisted to place interior piers.

A crawl space is regarded to be an ideal modular home foundation as it provide traditional site- built foundation feel. It is installed following the high note on economy, speed and flexible installation benefits. General contractors also recommends crawl spaces as it provides better ventilation. Its ventilation spaces are carefully planned by general contractors and home builders. Crawl space ventilation are made through the perimeter wall vent openings.

Installation of Crawl Space

Normally, the crawl space, especially the low-profile version, is completed before the home arrives. Using a crane, the modules or sections of the modular home are placed above the foundation. The floor is then put in a level position. Interior piers are then placed between the chassis and positioned at the designated ridge columns. The most economical materials used as interior piers are redwood and treated fir, which are all cut in an accurate dimension.

The crawl space foundation is usually completed in three days before delivery. It will take a crew of three to install and finish the work in five days after delivery of the modules.

Cost of Installing a Crawl Space

Crawl space foundation systems generally are more expensive than slabs and anchors but less than basement foundation systems. If carefully planned, savings gained in some parts of the system will pay for costs generated in other areas. For example, many times the cost of tie-downs is eliminated in crawl space foundations and piers used for the support of the chassis may be scaled back significantly. These savings partly offset the additional costs associated with building a perimeter wall that both supports and finishes the home.

Real Property Classification of Crawl Spaces

A crawl space foundation system utilizing the perimeter load-bearing enclosure walls could be expected to meet the conditions for real property financing. With the structural perimeter wall, the home can be securely attached to the foundation to resist wind, gravity, and seismic forces.

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Hiring a Subcontractor for Electrical and Plumbing System of Modular Homes

Posted by Legendary Homes on July 6, 2014 in General Contractor with No Comments Yet

There are a lot of considerations to take before hiring a subcontractor. They include the understanding on the installation process of the electrical and plumbing services, skills on how to install the wires and pipes appropriately and years of experience in providing quality work. The license of the subcontractor is also taken into account during this process.

Licensed of a of a Modular Home Subcontractor

A subcontractor must be licensed. It is customary to check if the plumber or the electrician is a licensed subcontractor. Doing this would prevent you from issues concerning faulty wires and pipes. You will be ensured that the work he did meets with the building codes.

In most cases and to ensure that you hire a licensed subcontractor, it is better to ask a code officer. He could lead you to the trusted subcontractor in your town.

Experience of a Modular Home Subcontractor

A modular home subcontractor who is subject to install your electrical or plumbing system must have three to five years of experience. These years of experience would give you the confidence that he already gained a noteworthy reputation in his field. Usually the longer the experience of a plumber of electrician, the better it is for the modular home owner for it shows that many have been hiring his services for years now.

Key Skills of a Modular Home Subcontractor

Good skills can be shown on a subcontractor’s customer services approach. If the subcontractor pulled off an excellent customer service by depicting his capabilities on how to accurately and safely install the electrical or plumbing system, then he maybe your guy.

At some point asked previous customers about the mechanical skills of the subcontractor you wish to hire. They will have an in- depth knowledge on how much can he deliver. They can also share insights on the knowledge and skills of the plumber or electrician about the tools and the plumbing and electrical systems.

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Requirements for a Modular Home Electrical Permit in Jackson, Michigan

Posted by Legendary Homes on July 5, 2014 in Jackson, Modular Homes with No Comments Yet

The purpose of the modular home electrical permit is to provide practical safeguards to persons and property from hazards arising from the use of electricity. The code contains provisions considered necessary for safety.

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A person shall not equip a building with electrical conductors or equipment or make an alteration of, change in, or addition to, electrical conductors or equipment without receiving a modular home electrical permit to do the work described.

Modular Home Electrical Permit Pre-Application Requirements

Prior to making application for a modular home electrical permit, it is suggested you contact your local building inspector for direction in contacting the jurisdiction having authority. A representative will discuss what you need to procure before applying for the permit. He will also guide you on what to do to successfully have the electrical permit.

Modular Home Electrical Permit Application Requirements

To obtain modular home electrical permits, an applicant shall be an electrical contractor or specialty contractor licensed by a municipality or by the State Electrical Administrative Board. The requirements he must submit includes the electrical system plan and the floor plans. He is also tasked to submit the application form along with the other requirements.

Modular Home Electrical Permit: Operational Requirements

Electrical work shall not be started until the application for modular home electrical permit has been filed with the Bureau of Construction Codes. All installations shall be in conformance with the Michigan Electrical Code. No work shall be concealed until it has been inspected. The telephone number for the inspector will be provided on the permit form. When ready for an inspection, call the inspector providing as much advance notice as possible. The inspector will need the job location and permit number. A permit remains valid as long as work is progressing and inspections are requested and conducted. A permit shall become invalid if the authorized work is not commenced within six months after issuance of the permit or if the authorized work is suspended or abandoned for a period of six months after the time of commencing the work.

Modular home electrical permits are issued within 5 working days of receipt of completed application and fees by the Bureau of Construction Codes.

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Understanding The Importance of Electrical Permit for Modular Homes

Posted by Legendary Homes on July 5, 2014 in Jackson, Modular Homes with No Comments Yet

Securing an electrical permit is an essential responsibility. All homeowners or general contractor doing or needing regulated electrical work are required to obtain a permit before they begin. A great starting point in understanding how to obtain your permit and what to expect once you have one is to research about the role of an electrical permit to modular home construction.

As mandated by the law, an electrical permit is required for work that involves installing, relocating, repairing, or maintaining any electrical wiring or device designed for conducting, consuming or converting electrical current. In modular construction, the permit is needed prior to installing the electrical wiring to the modules.

Who Needs an Electrical Permit?

Home and farm owners doing electrical work on their property must have an electrical permit. Licensed electrical contractors are also responsible for purchasing permits when hired to do electrical work.It is unlawful for a homeowner who has purchased a permit to have a friend or anyone outside their immediate family do the electrical work.

Who May Apply for Electrical Permit for Modular Homes?

Anyone may apply for an electrical permit who is licensed to perform the electrical. However, the application must be signed by a master electrician who is licensed in Michigan. Homeowners who intend to do their own electrical work, and meet the criteria for doing so. A homeowner who wish to do the electrical work may take a test to obtain a permit.

How do I Get an Electrical Permit for Modular Homes?

Permits are issued by building code department’s field offices or your local building department, depending on the jurisdiction responsible for your area. Your subcontractor may need to submit plans of your home to the building department. But he must remember that drawn plans are not necessary to get a permit to do residential electrical work.Drawn plans are not necessary to get a permit to perform residential electrical work, unless the service involves 400 amps or greater. Some building departments require a plan review for service over 400 amps.

When does the Inspection for Modular Home’s Electrical System Happen?

Any work performed under a permit must be inspected by a certified electrical inspector. You may call the inspection request line at the building department in your area within 24 hours of completion of any phase of the project. A minimum of 24-hours’ notice is usually required for inspections.

What are the Consequences of not Purchasing a Electrical Permit?

Possible delays when selling your home, as potential buyers may ask for an electrical inspection to ensure all permits are in place. You may be fined for not purchasing an electrical permit or you may have to take corrective action if the work doesn’t pass inspection. Failure to do so may result in disconnection of service.

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Getting the Most of Modular Home Inspection

Posted by Legendary Homes on July 4, 2014 in Modular Homes with No Comments Yet

Once the general contractor has received the building permit, a modular home inspection will be done by the code officer. The inspection is usually executed 24 to 48 hours after the general contractor or the homeowner called the housing department for schedule.

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Modular home inspection is a routine procedure mandated by the federal law to ensure that the construction conforms with the building code. It also see to it that the submitted requirements such the specifications in the floor plan are implemented accordingly by the general contractor. But how can a homeowner get the most from the home inspection?

As a homeowner you are entitled to know everything that is going on with the construction process. The general contractor is responsible to update you on the progress of the construction, what are the existing setbacks and what needs to be done. You will also be priveleged to learn the result of inspection done by the code officer immediately.

To get the most from the modular home inspection, you will be able to harvest the following benefits.

Construction Comply with the Law

Home inspection following the receipt of the building permit ensures that each phase of the construction process conforms with the building code.The inspector sees to it that the materials and methods used in every phase have high quality and meet the standards set by the modular housin law. By having an inspector in each phase of the construction process, all required codes and local by-laws are followed by the general contractor and his team.

Moreover the inspection process makes sure that the modular home construction in complies with the zoning by-law, including proper land use and appropriate setbacks from the property lines.

Floor Plans and Layouts Are Reviewed Accurately

Modular home inspections guarantee that your floor plan, site plan, structural plan and specifications will be reviewed by qualified professionals to ensure required codes and local by-laws are being followed.

Modular Home Inspection Increases Value of Modular Home

Your modular home’s dollar value can increase and liabilities can be decreased when you show prospective buyers that all required permits and inspections are completed.

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Understanding the Modular Home Inspections Following Receipt of Building Permit

Posted by Legendary Homes on July 4, 2014 in Jackson, Modular Homes with No Comments Yet

Modular home inspections are done to ensure that the general contractor complies with the rules and regulations stated in the building codes. These inspections should be understood by each homeowner because each phase has a critical value to the completion of their modular homes.

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After the building permit have been received, the general contractor will call the inspector for modular home inspections. It is the homeowner or the general contractor’s responsibility to schedule any modular home related inspections. The inspector will just be notified through email or a phone call when the modular home is ready for inspection. However there are some inspectors, especially insurance representatives, who checks the project without any notifications.

When Does the Modular Home Inspections Done?

Home inspection is usually executed following the receipt of the building permit. Once the permit is in the hands of the general contractor, it would usually take 24 to 48 hours for the initial inspection to be done. Succeeding inspections typically are done after the call from either the general contractor or the home owner. General contractors must inform the inspector 24 hours before the inspection to provide ample time for both parties.

What are the Requirements for Modular Home Inspections?

There is no specific requirements during the modular home inspections. But the presence of both the homeowner and general contractor will be needed at this point. The authorized inspector will ask the general contractor to provide the plans and layouts of the modular home which will include the zoning of the property, materials used, and other products involved in the modular home construction. Though already reviewed, the estimated cost of the property will also be checked during the modular home inspections. This will determine if the information given by general contractor on the application of the building permit is followed or not.

How Much Does the Modular Home Inspections Cost?

Fees for modular home inspections depend on the location and the dimension of the dwelling. In some state or regions in the United States, the cost of inspection usually ranges from $75 to $100 per session.

During the inspections, check whether the inspector is authorized or not. This way you are assured that the inspection is done honestly.

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The Benefits of Having A Building Permit for Modular Home Construction

Posted by Legendary Homes on July 3, 2014 in Modular Homes with No Comments Yet

Many people complain about the hassle of getting a building permit for the construction of their home or just changing or adding something in their house. It is understandable especially if for the first timers. But it is also the responsibility of the homeowners to learn why securing a building permit is needed prior to any construction or alteration to the house.

In modular home construction, a building permit is procured by the general contractor. He must submit the necessary requirements to the Housing Department for review. When the requirements are seen to meet the building codes, the permit will be given and the construction will commence.

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To further understand, here are the benefits of having a building permit for modular homes.

Building Permit:Prevents Expensive Construction

If you start the construction of your modular home without the building permit, you will be liable to pay for the fine, that typically costs higher. In some cases, you may spend more when reconstruction will be mandated.

Building Permit: Gives Honest Inspection Process

The essential reason why having a building permit is badly needed is that it places the whole construction process in honesty. The inspector see to it that no shortcuts, safety issues or any problems during construction is barred from the knowledge of the homeowner. General contractors will give transparency on the construction. There will no shortcuts done leaving the home owner’s investment in good hands. The series of inspection ensures that each phase of the building process is done and meet the building code. If the inspector identifies that a certain structure does not meet the standard, he will authorized the general contractor to redo the work. These inspections will then guarantee a quality modular home construction process.

Building Permit: No Need To Hire A Contractor

With the building permit, hiring a subcontractor who services as the code officer. You will only have to have the code officer. He will be the person whom you will ask questions regarding the scope and limitations of the building permit for modular homes. The code officer knows everything and shares the information withou being billed for his services. He can even direct you to the proper authorities who could work the job for your home.

Building Permit: Gives Safe Modular Home

The modular home building permit guarantees to produce a safe abode. The code officer see to it that the home is livable and is safe from major destructions. He will give a certificate of occupancy, which shows that all work was done in compliance to the building code.

Building Permit: Easy Insurance Claim

This benefit may surprise you but yes having a building permit gives an easy access to insurance claim. If anything will happen during the construction or even after it is completed, the homeowner will have no issues in getting an insurance claim.

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Requirements Needed for Modular Home Building Permit Application

Posted by Legendary Homes on July 3, 2014 in Modular Homes with No Comments Yet

As a homeowner, you are required to know what are needed during the the modular home building permit application. You will be responsible to check with your general contractor or home dealer that each requirements comply with the building code. You are also obliged to take necessary actions to ensure that each documents are valid so review of the requirements will be faster.

Building permit application is an easy task. It will just require you to submit some documents which include the floor plan, structural plan, and the details of the foundation. For a short period of time, the code officer will then review the requirements if they meet the building codes. And for the fastest possible review of the modular home building permit application, the following must be submitted to the local housing department:

Modular Home Building Permit Application: Legal Description

A complete legal description preferably on the site plans if description is in metes and bounds should be submitted to the Department of Consumer and Industry Services in Michigan when applying for the modular home building permit. This is specifically required on the site plan when it is stated in metes and bounds.

Modular Home Building Permit Application: Site Plan

Wisegeek.com define a site plan as a drawing of a piece of property that shows all of its major features.The modular home site plan should show the accurate location and dimension, in feet, of all property lines, right- of-way lines and public and private easements. It should also include the location and dimensions of the driveway, parking, landscaping and other proposed features.

Modular Home Building Permit Application: Footing and Foundation Plan

In modular home building permit application, the general contractor should submit the details of the footing and the plans for the foundation. It must present proposed type of foundation and what are the materials. The foundation plan should also show that it will comply with the minimum frost depth of 18″.

Modular Home Building Permit Application: Floor Plan and Structural Plan

The floor plan that should be submitted for the building permit application must be the drawing of the modular home showing the accurate position of the proposed living areas, walls, doors and windows. It should also show the right dimension of the bedrooms, kitchen and living rooms. The modular home floor plan is also presented with the function of all the rooms like bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, and etc.

Modular home building permit application requires the details of a structural plan which must show the important building framework and the process on how the framing will be attached to each other. Structural plans is most required when there is a new construction or remodelling of the existing structure is to be done.

Modular Home Building Permit Application: Exterior Elevations

The last requirement in the building permit application is the details of the exterior elevations. It is usually not required but it is good that it is available at hand. The general contractor must show exterior elevation plans illustrating the final look of the structure.

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Process of Getting a Building Permit for Modular Homes

Posted by Legendary Homes on July 2, 2014 in Jackson, Modular Homes with No Comments Yet

Getting a building permit for your modular home is easy. It just takes a matter of days as long as your plans meet with the standards of the building codes.

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In Jackson, Michigan, there is a process on how to get a building permit for modular homes. This process is followed by general contractors who are typically the sole person responsible for securing the permit.

Talk to the Building Department Officer

The first step in the getting a building permit is approaching a code official in your place. He is the one who will assist you in having a successful project. The code official will ask you basic questions about the modular home you will be constructing, and give advices on what to do on any requirements. Often a code official will refer you to other departments to get your permit approved.

Submit Application Forms

The application forms are can be taken from the office of the Department of Consumer & Industry Services, Bureau of Commercial Services – Builders. It can also be downloaded online through the department’s website. These forms are filled up and submitted along with the requirements such as the floor plans for the modular home, the zoning report and the construction schedule.

Review Process of the Building Permit

This step is a brief process wherein the code officer will look and examine the documents submitted. He will evaluate whether the requirements are in compliance to the building code. If the requirements meet the standards, the building permit will be issued. But in any case that they do not comply with the building code, the code officer will suggest any alterations so you can reapply.

Receipt of Building Permit

After the review process, the general contractor receives the building permit which then entitles him to command his team to start the modular home construction process. During this stage, fees that will be good for the application process, review of the documents and inspection schedule will be collected.

On Site Inspections

Once the building permit was taken and the construction commenced, the code official or any representative from the Bureau of Commercial Services will execute a series of inspections. The inspector will see to it that the work is properly done and that it conforms with the building codes. If any circumstances, the inspector sees that the construction process is not within the standards, he will have the power to terminate the building permit.

Final Approval of Building Permit

The last step of the process is the final approval of the building permit. This is the time when the code officer will determine if the construction is complete and complies with the building code. Afterwhich, you can enjoy the benefits of having a modular home.

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