{"id":2831,"date":"2014-12-03T14:00:34","date_gmt":"2014-12-03T18:00:34","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/legendaryhomesinc.com\/blog\/?p=2831"},"modified":"2014-12-03T07:27:30","modified_gmt":"2014-12-03T11:27:30","slug":"modular-home-manufactured-home-not-thing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/legendaryhomesinc.com\/blog\/modular-home-manufactured-home-not-thing.html","title":{"rendered":"A Modular Home and a Manufactured Home Are Not The Same Thing"},"content":{"rendered":"

What are the distinguishing factors of a modular home<\/strong> to a manufactured home? Manufactured homes are mobile homes, while a modular home is built piece by piece in an enclosed factory setting, designed according to a builder\u2019s specifications, with many floor plans to choose from, and many possibilities for unique design.<\/p>\n

Building Codes of Modular Home vs. Manufactured Home<\/h3>\n

There are different standards and house-building codes.\u00a0 Modular homes must conform to the same local and state codes as on-site, traditionally constructed homes. These codes may vary from state to state. Manufactured homes must conform only to the HUD housing code.\u00a0 Codes for modular homes are, in most cases, more thorough and involve regulating energy efficiency.<\/p>\n

Transportation of a Modular Home vs. Manufactured Home<\/h3>\n

\"Modular<\/a>Manufactured homes are transported on a steel chassis, which stays attached to the home and allows the home to be moved.\u00a0 Modular homes are transported in covered, weatherproof housing and built on-site at a poured foundation, like a traditional home.<\/p>\n

Customization Options for a Modular Home vs. Manufactured Home<\/h3>\n

Modular homes offer many customized design options and amenities.\u00a0 A manufactured home is available with three design options, generally:\u00a0 Single-wide, double-wide, and triple-wide.<\/p>\n

An innovative custom modular home company will have hundreds of designs and floor plans to choose from.\u00a0 These floor plans can be altered to customize your new home.\u00a0 While the simplest modular home constructions of the past have resembled manufactured homes\u2013a.k.a. \u201cmobile homes\u201d\u2013new construction and energy efficient green construction and design, have given modular homes more design options and flexibility than before.<\/p>\n

Financing a Modular Home vs. Manufactured Home<\/h3>\n

Because a modular home<\/a> is constructed on a foundation, lenders view modular homes the same as they do traditional homes. Manufactured homes appear as automobile loans, or under a separate lending category.<\/p>\n

Ask your mortgage broker to explain how they finance modular homes.\u00a0 Most banks, home appraisers, and insurance companies treat modular homes the same way they do site built homes\u2013a house that\u2019s constructed entirely on your property.\u00a0 In some cases, especially if your modular home qualifies for EPA Energy Star certification, you may save some significant money by building a modular home.<\/p>\n

Construction Process of a Modular Home vs. Manufactured Home<\/h3>\n

Depending on the design and the manufacturer, some modular homes can be built in the factory in as little as 2 weeks.\u00a0 Also, since the home is constructed in a factory setting, there is never a weather delay.\u00a0 Once delivered to the building site, most modular homes can be assembled in two months, often less.<\/p>\n

In case you still have question about modular homes, you may contact\u00a0Legendary Homes Inc<\/a>\u00a0in Jackson, Michigan. A representative will be happy to assist you. Meanwhile you can check our\u00a0modular home price sheets<\/a>\u00a0by signing up to our\u00a0blog<\/a><\/p>\n

Topic: Modular Home<\/h2>\n