Duplex Modular Home: Knowing It’s Benefits and Drawbacks

Posted by Legendary Homes on October 9, 2014 in Modular Homes with No Comments Yet

As urban density and the soaring price of land become greater problems in America, many Americans are finding a solution by building a duplex modular home rather than a single family dwelling.

There are many benefits to building a duplex modular home, but there are drawbacks as well. Since many of the laws and regulations regarding duplexes vary in different locations, discuss your plans with an experienced building contractor in your area before you make a firm decision about building a duplex on your land. These are some of the issues you need to think about:

What is a Duplex Modular Home?

A duplex modular home is two separate dwellings on a single block of land. There are two basic types of duplex. These are the attached duplex modular home and the detached duplex. Attached duplexes are two dwellings with separate entrances and living facilities in a single building. On the other hand, detached duplexes are separate dwellings on the same block of land.

Advantages of Building a Duplex Modular Home

Now that urban sprawl has resulted in smaller blocks of land at higher prices, it makes a great deal of sense to build a duplex. The cost of a block of land in a desirable area can be higher than the cost of constructing a duplex modular home. By building a duplex, you get two dwellings for a significant savings and can use one as an income property while living in the other.

Disadvantages of Building a Duplex Modular Home

There are significant extra costs that need to be factored in to building a duplex modular home. Most councils charge statutory fees per development unit, which means that you will have to pay extra fees from the time you lodge your development application. These charges differ from state to state and council to council, so contact your local council and find out what they are before you commit yourself to building a duplex.

The amount of your duplex modular home that can be allocated to buildings will not increase to accommodate two dwellings. This may affect the size of your own living space.

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Considerations When Planning For A Duplex Modular Home

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

The idea of buying a duplex modular home may have crossed your mind but perhaps you are wondering if the benefits really outweigh the investment. A duplex is essentially a dwelling with two separate living quarters, two entrances that can cater for two families. Purchasing a duplex modular home can be great investments for homeowners and landlords.

Here are a few things to consider when contemplating investing in a duplex modular home.

Low Barrier of Entry

A duplex modular home plan has two living units attached to each other, either next to each other via townhouses or above each other like apartments. The good thing about this setup is that if you have to sell the house down the line, you can offer both units separately. Buying half of a duplex is a great way for first-time home buyers to enter the market. On average a duplex modular home is more affordable compared to a single family home but has a similar number of baths, square footage, and condition, making it ideal for customers wishing to enter the market.

Cash Flow From Duplex Modular Home Construction

Duplex modular homes have the added benefit of cash flow. If you build a duplex house plan and then live in one side of it, you can rent out the other side and have cash flow. Remember, the cash flow generated by a tenant is in addition to the affordability advantage you have by inhabiting the other side of the duplex. The cash generated from your renter or tenant can take care of various expenses.

Solution for Unique Living Situations

Say you have a situation where you have a family member who requires close supervision but both parties involved also require privacy and space. A duplex duplex modular home is ideal in this situation because it allows for you to live on one side and the other family member to live on the other without infringing on privacy.

Potential for Future Rental Space

Building your first home as a duplex gives you a future advantage. Say you move to your next property in a few years. When you leave your duplex modular home you will have an ideal rental property to rent out. Not only will you have two units to rent out but you will also have the knowledge of running a property and know how it feels from both a tenant and a landlord perspective.

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What You Need To Know About Duplex Modular Homes

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

Duplex modular homes are among the many types of modular homes. They are realized to accommodate further accommodate home buyers who are looking for new designs. With many optional design features and flexible configurations, duplex modular homes are a good option for maximizing living space on your property. They are especially advantageous for investment property construction.

A duplex modular home can have the following characteristics or features;

Design Options for Duplex Modular Homes

Duplex modular homes come in many design styles, as well as various configurations. Depending on your needs, your site-specific issues, or the local by-laws, you may need a specific configuration. Duplex modular homes come in the traditional side-by-side configuration, the over-under configuration, or they can be designed to look like a single family home.

Garage Construction of Duplex Modular Homes

Duplexes can be built with or without garages. As with any modular home design, garages may be incorporated into the modules themselves, or they may be a separate construction component added on site by your builder. Many two story duplex designs have a garage built into the floor plan of the first floor of the house. This saves space on a property that doesn’t have enough room for an attached, or detached, garage. Garages can also be eliminated from any plan to create more living space.

Affordability of Duplex Modular Homes

Unless you are being especially nice to your in-laws, duplex homes are typically built as financial investments. In order for duplex building projects to succeed as financial investments, care must be taken to minimize and maintain the construction budget.

Duplex modular homes are an excellent way to save money if you do a little planning ahead of time. Modular technology lends itself to efficient duplex construction. Its efficiency and reliable time lines can save you time, money, and stress.

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

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Advantages of Building an Accessible Modular Home

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

Modular Home on an Insulated Precast Foundation

Modular Home in Michigan

Many find it more affordable to build an accessible modular home in Jackson, Michigan. Older modular homes have restrictive spaces and tight hallways with an insufficient turning radius for people using wheelchairs or other assistive devices. The amount of demolition and remodeling, in some houses, will make it financially difficult for you and your family to get the modifications you need. Building with modular technology will help cut those costs.

Saving on Custom Barrier-Free Modular Home Plans

Many of the design features that make a modular home accessible, such as wider doorways and hallways, lever doorknobs and faucets, and grab bars, will not make a noticeable difference in the price of your home. Many features are much cheaper to build into a home than to try and retrofit. Customizing your home plans will cost a little extra up front. Some features such as chair lifts and alert systems will also cost extra; this is true whether you are using modular construction or stick building. However, modular home construction can help offset those extra costs by saving you time and money on the construction phase of your new home.

Modular homes can save you anywhere from 5-30% on the price of your home. This all depends on finish materials and how modular friendly your design is. You can see how taking advantage of modular technology could help you get all you need from your home. There may also be some extra site work to adjust the grade on your lot for no-step entries.

Modular Home Accessible Design

Modular homes have an almost limitless variety of design possibilities. The flexibility of modular building makes designing for usability, comfort and safety in your modular home an easy fit with designing to your style and aesthetic taste. Modular home floor plans can be easily modified to meet universal design features, or be customized as much as needed to meet your specific accessibility requirements. In addition to the floor plan, a good accessible home design will need to include plans for entrances to the home as well as access to the landscape and outdoor entertainment. Accessible home design is not just about putting in a wheelchair ramp or a lift; it is about the comfortable enjoyment of home, family, and friends. It is a standard of living that provides a quality experience for everyone in the modular home.

Cost of Accessible Modular Home

The cost of an accessible modular home will depend on several factors. The price for an accessible modular home will be significantly lower because it does not include any on-site work. Modular homes are shipped to your lot and set on your foundation. The cost will include all the on-site work as well as the cost of the modules and set, but not the cost of the land. Prices will also vary depending on the complexity of the house design, specifications, options, up-grades, and by region and builder.

Many of the Universal Design features won’t cost anything extra, but assistive technology and extensive grading will. To give you an idea of a starting point, listed below are some baseline prices per square footage. You will need to work with a designer to customize your modular home plans, and then contact a builder to get a more accurate quote.

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Standards That Make a Modular Home Green

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

A modular home is sought after because of its many benefits. Making it green adds more home buyers. But when you buy a modular home, green comes with a certain degree of standard.

Some of the features that make a modular home green are:

Recycling of Materials for Modular Home Construction

During the construction process, it is much easier to reuse cut off pieces of lumber and other building materials. Inside the factory, they are not damaged by the elements or construction equipment. Most modular home manufacturers also recycle any leftover materials that are too small to use for building purposes. Some materials may be repurposed. For example, scraps of drywall can be processed into lime for farming.

Level of Energy Efficiency

Insulation is important to the energy efficiency of your home. Modular homes are constructed with 2×6 framing to accommodate thicker insulation, which provides a higher R-value. All floors, walls, and attics and well insulated. In addition, construction is tighter than traditional building and all systems (heating, cooling, ventilation, hot water, etc.) are tighter and more energy efficient

Water Conservation of Modular Home

Low-flow toilets come standard in modular units. Just by using low-flow toilets, you can significantly reduce the amount of water used in your home on a daily basis. You may also choose to upgrade water conserving showerheads, faucets, and appliances.

Reducing Your Carbon Footprint

Modular homes are constructed in a manner that uses less energy, creates less waste, and has less of an impact on the environment. The factories handle building materials in bulk. This reduces the amount of fuel being used to transport materials in smaller loads to job sites. The same thing is true for all other products used in the home. Instead of individual deliveries for plumbing supplies, electrical supplies, appliances, tile, flooring, etc., a complete house is delivered in a few large pieces.

Fuel usage is also curtailed by the amount of work required on the site. Fewer trips to the job site by subcontractors mean less fuel usage and a reduced carbon footprint. Additionally, lumber is ordered in specific lengths and sizes to reduce waste and maximize the use of resources. When the modular home is delivered to the building site, much of the work has been completed. This means a shorter period of disruption to the local ecosystem, and a smaller impact on the environment.

Environmentally Friendly Materials

Many manufacturers use products that have less of an impact on the environment. One area that has really improved over the years is finishing material, such as paint. Modular manufacturers use latex paints that are low VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds). Latex paints are easier to dispose of and much less harmful to the environment than oil based paints. The low VOC paint release less toxic fumes (less off-gassing) into your home, and are less toxic for disposal purposes. Other environmentally friendly products used in modular homes are formaldehyde-free fiberglass insulation and products made from recycled materials such as OSB sheathing and decking; engineered lumber and recycled-content carpet pads

Product Choices

In addition to the standard features of a modular home, there are other choices you can make that have a positive impact on the environment without having a significant negative impact on your budget. Simple options such as water saving plumbing fixtures (showerheads, faucets, etc.), and energy saving light bulbs and appliances will make your home greener without much of an increase in cost. Some renewable products, like bamboo flooring, cost about the same as traditional products.

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

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Benefit of Multi- Family Modular Home in Jackson, Michigan

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

MultiFamily Modular Home: Two Story Duplex

There are many benefits to using multi- family modular home in Jackson, Michigan. The advantages to building with modules have to do with their superior quality of construction, the time efficiency of the process, and the immediate and long-term financial rewards.

Flexible Modular Home Design

Think outside the box when thinking of the design for multi- family modular home. With a little creativity, a wide variety of designs can be built using modules. By using various design elements such as, rooflines, bump-outs, exterior finishes and different box configurations, you can create excellent designs for all situations.

Faster Modular Home Construction

Time is money. Since a large portion of the building can be built in a factory while the site work is being done and the foundation is being installed, the overall construction schedule can be reduced by weeks or months. Modular home construction will help you get your project finished and sold, or rented, faster.

Modular Cost Effectiveness

The efficiencies of well-organized, factory-based assemblies have been proven time and time again. By taking advantage of this efficient process, you can reduce the overall cost of construction. Factory labor is less expensive than on-site labor, and more efficient. On-site construction of multi- family modular home is an inefficient process when compared to modern factory assembly systems. Modular technology brings this factory efficiency to the construction industry.

Superior Quality

Building your multi- family project with modular units is far superior to traditional site/stick building. Each module is built with more materials and fasteners than a site built home to make it sturdier so that they can survive traveling 60MPH down the highway over long distances and being lifted and moved around by a crane. Modular home is built in state-of-the-art factories where strict inspections are frequent, and quality can be consistently controlled. Because they are built indoors, they won’t be exposed to adverse weather condition and won’t suffer water damage or work delays.

Efficient Process

In the manufacturing factories, modules are built in an assembly line fashion. This process is highly efficient and saves on time and costs- both on materials bought in bulk and on labor, which is more efficient and reliable than on site work. These savings are passed on to you. This efficient, consistent process also makes it easier for you to schedule your project with more confidence in a reliable time frame for completion. Your project can progress more quickly since work can be done at the construction site while the modules are being assembled at the factory.

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

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Types of Modular Homes You Can Build With Modular Construction

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

Consider using different types of modular homes on your next project to save time and money. From duplexes to multi-unit building complexes, constructing with modules can be an effective way to make your projects successful. Compared to site built construction, modular construction offers many benefits, such as lower total cost of construction, faster building process, high quality dwelling, and increased durability and efficiency.

Advancements in modular construction have come a long way. Modular home construction is now a viable and competitive option for many uses, including developing. In some situations, it is perfectly suited for development projects. Working with modules (modular sections) makes the building process much more predictable, and, because of this, helps to keep your project on time and on budget.

Green Modular Homes

“Green” is one of those words that mean different things to different people, but whatever your definition of “green” a modular home will be very green. Many green concepts come standard with modular homes, others are offered as upgrades, and others are simply choices in building materials. Because of their inherent efficiency, and cost effective upgrades, modular homes are ahead of stick built homes when it comes to green building.

Prices of stick built homes, as well as modular homes, vary wildly. Custom design, materials used, and the level of detailed finishes are some factors in pricing variations. However, in general, a green modular home can save you 10%- 30% on a comparable stick- built home. In addition to savings on initial cost, a modular home saves you money over time. Low energy costs, low maintenance costs, and a high resale value reduce the overall life cycle costs of your home.

Multi- Family Modular Homes

Modular home builders have come up with new guideline in modular construction and that is to create multi- family modular homes. This type of dwelling answers the issues on home and land ownership of many families. Multi- family modular homes are further divided to different classifications. These homes are namely called the duplexes, triplexes, town houses and apartments.

Vacation Modular Homes

From a chalet by the ski slopes, to a bungalow by the beach, or a luxury condo by the golf course, modules can be used to build a vacation home just about anywhere. Whether it is a second home, a vacation modular home, or a vacation rental property, modular construction makes the process quicker, more predictable, and more affordable. Vacation modular homes can be built in a wide variety of styles and designs.

If you are thinking of building a vacation modular home in a remote location, or on an island, where building materials and labor are hard to come by, modular technology could be a great fit for your project. You will still need to get a builder to contract your on-site work, but the amount of time, travel, and labor costs will be significantly reduced.

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

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Best Techniques to Create the Floor Plan for your Modular Home

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

Investing in a newly built modular home is a large undertaking, both emotionally and financially. When dealing with a project of this magnitude, you should prepare yourself as much as possible. One of the first tasks you’ll come across in modular construction is creating the modular home floor plan.

Consider the Following Questions

When drawing up a floor plan for your modular home, you should consider the following questions:

What are your individual lifestyle needs? Do you have a family or pets, or are you considering them in the future? Do you entertain guests, and will they need places to sleep? Where do you think you and others will spend the most time within the house?

What are your individual privacy needs? Your modular home’s shape, for one, can add a higher level of privacy. You’ll also want to consider your privacy needs as you plan for windows.

Affordable Modular Home Floor Plan

It can be frustrating waiting for modular home construction to wrap. It gets pricey, too. You’ve been paying the crew and buying materials, piecing it all together little by little. And if you live near the construction site, you sure won’t miss those 6 a.m. hammer-and-saw wakeup calls. That’s why many people turn to modular homes.

Modular homes are built in sections (or modules) at a factory and then moved to the home site. This cuts down on the on-site construction, making it more cost-efficient. At one time or another, you’ve probably gotten stuck behind one of the wide-load trucks with a half-finished house on the back. That’s a piece of someone’s modular home.

Accommodating Modular Home Floor Plan

The floor plans for these modular homes must vary from the norm to accommodate their transportation and final construction needs. They have to be organized in a way that the house can be easily broken down into sections small enough to fit onto the back of a truck. This often results in narrow rooms and a lot of support structures. At the same time, these homes still need to accommodate their future dwellers. Drawing out plans specific to both needs can be a challenge, but modular homes have proven to be a popular means of home ownership.

So you understand modular home floor plans a bit better now, as well as the difference between homes built on-site, mobile homes and modular homes. Now the next time you need to move, you can make an informed decision and take an active role in forming any necessary floor plans.

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

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Tips on Changing the Modular Home Floor Plan

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

As you go over several of modular home floor plan, keep in mind that each can be changed to answer the owner’s specific needs. The optional modular home floor plans were created by making relatively minor and affordable modifications. You can do something similar to virtually any of our standard modular home floor plans.

You can also take one of our modular home floor plans and make it into an entirely different type. For example, you can turn most of our ranch house plans into modular Cape Cod floor plans by adding a steeper roof, a set of stairs, and rough mechanicals to the second floor.

You can also make many Cape Cod house plans that have an unfinished second story into a chalet by adding beams in the ceiling, railings for a loft, and trapezoid windows. Although it requires a lot more effort and creativity, you can also make some two story modular home floor plans into a T-ranch by placing the second story perpendicular to the first story. These small tricks can help you expand the possibilities.

With our modular home designs, there’s much more flexibility. If you want to change the configuration and size of rooms within the footprint of the home, you can. Even if you want to change the footprint of the concrete pad, there’s the freedom to change the configuration of the modular pre-cast concrete slabs.

It opens up an exciting array of options and, depending on your requirements, it won’t cost you a cent. It could even reduce the overall cost of your modular home.

Questions to Ask When Modifying the Modular Home Floor Plan

What are the possible widths, lengths, and heights of a module?

How can you combine modules to make different designs?

What kind of changes can you make to standard modular home plans in terms of layout and exterior appearance and how do these changes impact on the cost of a modular home?

How can you increase the size of modular home floor plans by making them longer or wider and how much does this affect the cost?

How can you open up a floor plan in a modular home by removing interior walls?

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

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The Right Floor Plan for your Modular Home in Jackson, Michigan

Posted by Legendary Homes on September 30, 2014 in Jackson, Modular Homes with No Comments Yet

Are you looking for floor plans who speak just what you think of dream modular home? Get into you seek a plan that answers all your needs? Have you been eager to find a modular home floor plan that could provide high quality living with fewer expenses? If you have answered yes to all these questions, then you come in the right place.

There are many home builders who offer many modular home floor plans, which deliver exciting benefits to potential home buyers. Most of them provide enough space for a growing family.

One Story Modular Home Floor Plan

The most common home plan that modular home buyers look for is the one story modular home, which could represent the Rancher. The floor layout of a rancher is simple and easy to realize. The layout follows an asymmetrical rectangle with short roof. It is suitable in warm regions of the United States because its tiny roof can’t hold heavy accumulation of snow. But if those in the north or in colder areas are to have the rancher, they must add a steeper.

The Rancher typically has three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The kitchen and dining rooms are made available for their rightful place at the side of the modular home. The kitchen is actually the universal subject for customization. Some of the rough floor plans of one story modular home can add other options such as the foyer, deck, porch and garage.

Two Story Modular Home Floor Plan

Another conventional floor plan for modular homes is the two story house. It is a unique style that could be mistaken for a traditional home. This kind of dwelling is suitable for a growing family that has a limited land area.

A modular home plan with two stories has two distinct plans. Usually the ground floor and the upper floor have different plan or layout. The ground floor usually has the communal areas such as the kitchen, dining room and family room. On the other hand, the second level floor has the common bedrooms and the master’s bedroom. Some modular home owners add a playroom or study room on either floors.

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

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