What does Sustainable Neighborhood Mean to a Modular Home?

Posted by Legendary Homes on November 8, 2014 in Modular Homes with No Comments Yet

Do you want a sustainable neighborhood for your modular home? A sustainable neighborhood meets your needs while protecting the environment. Modular home in a sustainable neighborhood is located near shops, schools, recreation, work and other daily destinations. This helps reduce driving costs and lets residents enjoy the health benefits of walking and cycling. Land and services, like roads, are used efficiently. Sustainable neighborhoods also feature a choice of homes that are affordable.

To help you in looking for a sustainable neighborhood for your modular home, here are some questions to ask:

Transportation from Modular Home

Are stores, schools, recreation facilities, restaurants, and health services within walking or cycling distance from your modular home? Will your children need to take a bus to school? Can they walk to the park? Can you do most of your shopping without a car?

Are there nearby bus stops and cycling lanes from your modular home? How long is the bus ride to work, or school? Can you safely bike?

Modular Home Size and Features

Are the modular homes compact with shared walls to reduce heating costs?

Are modular homes reasonably sized with lots requiring less upkeep?

Are there different dwelling types (such as single-detached, semi-detached, townhouse and apartments) in the neighborhood?

Are the lots modestly sized? Roadways narrow? Are the driveways/parking areas small? Do natural drain ways lead to streams or park lands? Is there native vegetation and streams with woodland edges?

“Look and feel” of the Neighborhood

Do the buildings have a friendly face to the street? Are the community centers, shops and meeting places welcoming?

Are there trees lining the street? Do you find the homes interesting to look at? Do the building sizes feel comfortable to you? Are the roads easy to walk along or cross?

Safety of the Neighborhood

Are there people around who might watch out for your modular home? Is there somewhere to go in an emergency? Is there adequate street lighting? Are there safe places for children to play? Are the streets safe for cyclists and pedestrians? Is traffic slow moving and light?

In case you still have question about modular homes, you may contact Legendary Homes Inc in Jackson, Michigan. A representative will be happy to assist you. Meanwhile you can check our modular home price sheets by signing up to our blog

Topic: Modular Home

Taking Modular Home and It’s Advantages to Jackson, Michigan

Posted by Legendary Homes on November 7, 2014 in Modular Homes with No Comments Yet

Today the modular home industry has become larger and more versatile. Modular homes are becoming and will continue to grow in popularity, whether they become more popular than traditional construction methods is another question however the competition will be productive in the advancement of developing more efficient approaches in the construction industry which will reduce carbon emissions.

The modular home fabrication process is taking advantage of large scale production techniques resulting in a number of benefits.

Continuous Production of Modules

Modular home construction provides a controlled environment. No rain or snow means there are very few time delays. Construction can take place all the time and in some factories 24hrs a day.

Quality Testing of Modular Homes

Factory inspectors or independent third party inspectors can cover every modular home construction detail from floor framing to final paint seals, to specialist installations before the house is delivered to site.

Superior Modular Home Construction

In order to keep the modular homes rigid while they are transported from the factory to the site they usually adapt a platform framing systems and extensive amounts of structural reinforcement.

Economies of Scale

Manufacturers can benefit from economies of scale when buying large quantities of materials from suppliers. By bulk buying components including glazing, roof coverings and imported goods companies can benefit from quantitative easing. This is helping to make housing more affordable and feasible for first time homeowners.

In case you still have question about modular homes, you may contact Legendary Homes Inc in Jackson, Michigan. A representative will be happy to assist you. Meanwhile you can check our modular home price sheets by signing up to our blog

Topic: Modular Home

Modular Home and the Considerations You Need to Take Before Having One

Posted by Legendary Homes on November 6, 2014 in Modular Homes with No Comments Yet

Modular home is the fastest-growing segment of the home building industry and there are considerations before you deal with it. A modular home is simply a home built to local building codes in a controlled, environmentally protected building center using precise and efficient construction technology. They are built to the same codes as a site built home. And because they must be transported to the home site, modular homes are much stronger than site built homes.

Is Modular Home Right For You?

When shopping for a new home, make sure to consider the advantages of modular construction. These homes are built in environmentally protected building centers and transported to the home site. As a result, they are much stronger than comparable site built homes. Legendary Homes Inc’s efficient modular home building process provides strict quality control, faster building cycles and less material waste during the building process. The result is a 15-20% savings over comparable site-built homes. Not only do you own a stronger, more energy efficient home you also save money with modular home.

Choosing the Right Construction Method for Your Modular Home

When deciding between a modular home or manufactured home, it is important to understand the differences between the two. Modular homes allow for more architectural design freedom. Because they are built to local codes, modular home placement is typically less restricted. Using this construction method can also provide the opportunity for higher appraisals.

In case you still have question about modular homes, you may contact Legendary Homes Inc in Jackson, Michigan. A representative will be happy to assist you. Meanwhile you can check our modular home price sheets by signing up to our blog

Topic: Modular Home

Buying a Multi- Family Modular Home in Adrian, Michigan

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

If you are the home buyer who’s planning for a modular home project, you have a choice. You can either buy the modules through an existing authorized builder, or you can buy directly from the modular home manufacturer.

If you buy for a multi- family modular home through an existing modular home builder, they will be responsible for ordering the modules and setting them on the foundation. If you choose to become an authorized builder yourself, then you take on the responsibility of ordering the modules and getting them set. If you want to buy directly from a modular home manufacturer, for a multi-family project, you will need to fill out an application with the modular manufacturer which will include information such as licenses, insurance, experience summary, etc.

Buying Directly From the Manufacturer

When buying direct from the factory, you will need to hire your own modular home subcontractors to do all of the preliminary site work and to finish the boxes. The set will need to be done by a professional set crew that is certified by the factory.

It is best to hire modular home subcontractors that have experience with modular homes because experienced subcontractors will already know what issues will arise and how to deal with them. Otherwise, you will be paying them to learn the ins and outs of working with modules on your time.

Be Prepared When Buying for a Modular Home

If you choose to buy direct and manage your own modular home project, be prepared for the time and commitment it will take. It is a very time-consuming endeavor to manage a construction project. Everything has to be scheduled, and timed so there are no delays. Supervision of construction requires a working knowledge of the process and close attention to details. If you have experience in modular home construction, and/or feel confident with your knowledge and abilities and have done your research, you may be able to proceed without a builder.

In case you still have question about modular homes, you may contact Legendary Homes Inc in Jackson, Michigan. A representative will be happy to assist you. Meanwhile you can check our modular home price sheets by signing up to our blog

Topic: Multi- Family Modular Home

Frequently Asked Questions about Multi- Family Modular Home

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

A modular home is a wood framed home that is built indoors in a factory. It is built in sections called modules. Modular homes are further classified according to types. One of the modular home floor plan or designs is the multi- family modular home.

The following are the questions and answers on multi- family modular home;

Are modular homes energy efficient?

Modular homes are much more energy efficient than standard stick built homes, and much more efficient than most existing homes. Multi- family modular homes are inherently green homes.

Can I get an Energy Star rating on my modular home?

Yes! Because modular homes are already much more energy efficient than stick built homes, it is easy to upgrade them to an Energy Star rating. In fact, several manufacturers already built their modules to Energy Star standards.

How long does it take to build a modular home?

A multi- family modular home can be completed in as little as 2 months, while a stick built home takes 5 months to a year to complete.

Can I build a multi-family home with modules?

Yes! Modular construction is a great solution to building multi-family homes.

How many styles of modular homes are there?

There are lots of styles to choose from. One of the great advantages of building with modules is that you can arrange them in many ways, and can finish the exterior in just about any way you want.

How much does a modular home cost?

Pricing a multi- family modular home will vary depending on the cost of on-site labor in your area, the complexity of the house, and the options and specifications you choose. It also depends on whether you are buying a drop-ship home package or a turn-key home package.

What is included in the cost of a modular home?

This all depends on which type of package you are buying and what all you have included in your contract.

Can I get a custom designed home?

Yes! To get a professional designer and/or architect to custom design your new multi- family modular home.

In case you still have question about modular homes, you may contact Legendary Homes Inc in Jackson, Michigan. A representative will be happy to assist you. Meanwhile you can check our modular home price sheets by signing up to our blog

Topic: Modular Home

Setting Up the Multi- Family Modular Home in Allen, Michigan

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

Here are the basic steps involved in the multi- family modular home construction process;

Choose the Floor Plan and Customize it

The first thing to do when you are building a modular multi-family home is to choose a floor plan. There are options for you to consider in making your design choices. You can choose from a selection of stock floor plans on this site.

You can also have an existing plan modified to meet your needs. If you already have plans, you can have your plans modified to be modular friendly. There is also the option to go with a completely custom design.

Look for a Modular Home Builder or General Contractor

A modular home builder or general contractor will be very helpful for your project. General contractor is usually an engineer who will design and stamp on-site structural work such as foundations and any major site built add ons. There will also be a modular home contractor that design and draw building plans for the modules. You will need to pay a fee at the beginning of the multi- family modular home construction process.

Getting the Building Permit

Most of the building permitting process for a modular home is the same as it is for a stick built one. The biggest difference is that you will be given a set of stamped plans from the manufacturer or from your manufacturer through your multi- family modular home builder. These stamped plans include all the specifications for the modules, and will include all information about the modules relevant to the states building code. You submit these stamped plans to the building department with your other permit application paperwork.

Order Modules for the Multi- Family Modular Home

Your multi- family modular home builder will present you with a contract and detailed information about what he will be doing and how much it will all cost. Carefully review the contract, the final plans, and all of the specifications of the multi- family modular home. Make sure you have a clear understanding of everything that is included and what is not included. If everything is in order, you will need to sign the contract and pay a deposit to the builder. Once you have signed the contract and paid the deposit, the builder will place your order.

Site Work

Once you have everything in place, you can schedule the site work. The site work can get started while your modules are being constructed. This is one of the biggest advantages to modular home construction. When stick building, you have to wait until the land is cleared and graded and the foundation completed before you can start to construct the building. With multi- family modular home construction you can do parallel construction; they can be done at the same time, saving you weeks or months on the length of the project.

This is when the modular units are delivered to the site, set on the foundation by cranes, and tied together. A specialized crew, known as a set crew, who is certified by the manufacturer, should do the set up. You may be required to have a piece of heavy equipment on site to assist in positioning the modular units to be lifted by the crane.

Finishing the Multi- Family Modular Home

Once the modules have been set, tied together, and connected to the foundation, your multi- family modular home builder or subcontractors will do the wrap-up and any additional finish work needed. The wrap-up includes patching the interior where the sections have been joined, and filling-in exterior siding. The post- construction work may also include porches, decks, garages, chimneys, and any other finish work left for your builder. The HVAC, plumbing, electrical, etc., will need to be connected. When all of these are completed, you will need to get all of your final inspections and a certificate of occupancy. Then all that’s left to do is cleaning up and landscaping.

In case you still have question about modular homes, you may contact Legendary Homes Inc in Jackson, Michigan. A representative will be happy to assist you. Meanwhile you can check our modular home price sheets by signing up to our blog

Topic: Multi- Family Modular Home

Types of Modular Home Additions

Posted by Legendary Homes on November 1, 2014 in Modular Homes with No Comments Yet

Modular home additions come in two types. The most popular type is attached to the side of a modular home to create either a separate living unit, such as an in-law apartment, or additional rooms, such as a new kitchen, dining room, and great room. Some customers build an in-law apartment at the same time that they build a new modular home. The second type of modular home additions are set on top of a one-story home to make it into a two-story.

Building an Attached Modular Home Additions

Attached modular home additions are sometimes built to create a separate, additional living unit and sometimes to create more living space. Most zoning boards consider any addition with a separate kitchen to constitute a separate living unit, which requires that the wall between the two units serve as a “fire stop.” The full chapter of the book will explain how this can be done. It also discusses the following issues relating to building an attached modular addition.

Building a Second Story Modular Home Additions

If you are building second-story modular home additions, you are most likely doing it to create more living space rather than a separate living unit. The general contractor will turn your one-story into a two-story by removing the roof from your home and immediately setting the new second story with its own built-in roof on top.

The speed of constructing modular home additions is a tremendous benefit when building a second-story addition, since the addition can be set in place within hours after the roof is removed from your existing home. Once the modular home additions are in place, the inside of your modular home is protected from a sudden storm. A modular home builder cannot realistically protect your home as quickly. Another advantage is that the second story can be finished faster. This means your family can use the upstairs more quickly, even if it must wait to enjoy the downstairs until the remodeling is completed.

In case you still have question about modular homes, you may contact Legendary Homes Inc in Jackson, Michigan. A representative will be happy to assist you. Meanwhile you can check our modular home price sheets by signing up to our blog

Topic: Modular Home Additions

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