Modular Homes?

[watercolor]

Dymphna- you are correct in it saying about the disclosed infor- but actually- it shouldnt be labeled any different. They are the same as a stick built house just built in a climate controlled condition- and upgraded materials.

On another note- people seem to get them confused all the time as mobile homes because of A) the dealers of mobile homes like to sound fancy schmancy in naming them- and all to get a better rep. Which there is nothing wrong with a mobile home- unless you only plan on living in a house that is good for 10-15 years and build little if any equity and B) because at the time that modular homes started coming out- they were being contracted and built by people who had dealt with mobile homes.. which in turn didnt suffice good material- and the standards were not that great. So people who know them from "back then" have a jaded perception of them

 

[Club'nBabySeals]

Do you work in the industry, Watercolor? You seem very knowledgeable about the subject...



If so, maybe you can help me with this facet:

I've been researching a lot of manufacturer's websites (thanks to the recommendations from this thread!), but it seems like none of them list their pricing. Correct me if I'm wrong, but I would assume it's largely determined by square footage...Does anyone have a clue what a good base estimate figure might be?

 

[Nanny Pam]

The house I just bought is a modular. It is a "Premier" home. (Muncy, PA.) I am so totally head-over-heels about this house. It is awesome. I can't wait to move into it. Hopefully it will only be 2 or 3 more weeks.
I did research on modular homes and decided it was the best way to go for me.
You should see how well built it is!!
I am thrilled and would recommend a modular home any day.

 

[watercolor]

Do you work in the industry, Watercolor? You seem very knowledgeable about the subject...



If so, maybe you can help me with this facet:

I've been researching a lot of manufacturer's websites (thanks to the recommendations from this thread!), but it seems like none of them list their pricing. Correct me if I'm wrong, but I would assume it's largely determined by square footage...Does anyone have a clue what a good base estimate figure might be?

9 times out of 10 they do not list their pricing because of the fact that they dont neccesarily go by the "sq ft" price. They sometimes go by the house- because with a modular you can specify what wall goes where (as long as it isnt a marriage wall) and how many bricks you want in a certain area- its totally custom- so if they show you a house on a website and then it is like all decked out- and you say "well I want it exactly like that" and they quote you a price of $65 a sq ft but then the house specs out to like $290 you would be like "WTF?how so when the house is only 1600 sq ft?". You know what I am saying?

But generally if you call the places, they should be able to give you a price on the home over the phone- and if not over the phone you could very easily go in there and spec out the price along with the options that you would prefer in your home (considering you were close to the area that the home is coming from).


And as far as your first question- I am not at the liberty to say in the open.

 

[EmnJoe]

I defy you to tell the difference between a well built stick home and a well built MODULAR home. We are not talking double wide trailer here.

When I was searching for a house the resale was bad. I could tell the difference because there is a definate center to the house. I actually like them and wanted to built one but didn't because I was told by my realtor the resale was not good. Maybe things have changed. Don't be so defensive about it.

 

[watercolor]

EmnJoe-

Unfortunately- I think you were hosed. Because if you were inside a "real" modular.. you would not have been able to see or feel the center of a home. and your realtor is a scum bag then- because obviously they dont know about what a modular is if they showed you that house and told you that. Because manufactured homes...yes- do not have good resale at all!

 

[sockgirl77]

I went on to www.emodulars.com and requested pricing. I received an email within an hour with pricing for the style that I asked for.

 

[watercolor]

Sockgirl- that may be.. but not all companies do that- and they are giving you the bare minimum of what you would get. Which is fine. But most of the time, people see the pictures with the fireplaces, hardwood floors, calvacade soaking tub's, etc.. and they want that. But it is nice that the business chose to do that for you.

 

[sockgirl77]

I just listed minimum beds and baths and i think square feet. the prices were basic and included foundation and hookups, i believe.

 

[Nanny Pam]

This is my new house.

I can't wait to move in. Hopefully 3 more weeks.

 

[sockgirl77]

Looks big. Congrats!

 

[Club'nBabySeals]

Wow, that's really nice NannyPam! I'm jealous!

 

[watercolor]

Club'n... since you wanted some more details - here are some for you.


-5/12 Roof Pitch/ R-38 Insulation
-2 x 6 exterior walls, 16 on center, with
R-19 insulation.
-Certaineed 4/4 “Main Street” Dutchlap siding
-Insulated vinyl windows with Low E glass
-Building wrap on exterior walls
-Grills installed within each window if desired
- 30 Year Architectural Shingles
-6 Panel Colonial interior doors
-Full profile colonial moldings
-Merillat “Springvalley” Oak Cabinets
-Double bowl stainless kitchen sink
-Moen faucets
-Crown trim above cabinet’s
-Formica square edged counter tops with
-GE Upgrade appliance package
-Light Oak recessed medicine chest
-Matching light bar installed above
-LASCO one-piece fiberglass tubs/showers/garden tubs coverings
-Combination light & exhaust fan
-Chrome bath accessory package
-Armstrong vinyl no wax flooring
-Luxurious plush carpeting/pad
-2 phone and 2 TV Jacks
-2/10 Warranty Program
-Heat Pump HVAC System


These are JUST SOME of the standard features that every TRUE modular home builder should have. But that is not all of them- but those are the majors that consumer's ask about.


Also- keep in mind.. a modular which I have stated before is just like a stick built house- just built in a climate controlled condition.

hence- Being constructed in a controlled environment results in a superior home. There are so many advantages to modular homes. Consider the following:
·Since modular homes are built for all states in the US they must pass the building codes for all 50 states.
·Modular homes use approximately 33% more lumber than traditional homes.
·Skilled year-round craftsmen utilize the latest state-of-the-art production technology. Which also puts it at an advantage with the perk of keeping your home from delays while there is still snow on the ground. Never having to worry about if the labor team will show up "that day" for work or not. There is always the opportunity to do it and not worry about people not being able to do it.
·Building materials are not exposed to the effects of weather since construction takes place in a controlled environment.
·Our modular homes are built with quality brand name products from reputable manufacturers.
·There is a greater potential for quality control through standardized procedures.
·Concurrent site work and home construction reduces overall building time.
And equally important is the savings. Modular construction is extremely efficient which results in a reduction of cost--a big savings to you!

 

[lkt]

The amish in Hughesville build beautiful modular "stick built homes" they come in 3 sections like a modular but they build them like a stick built home.. and they have an upstairs.. they are lovely homes and compare in price to the modular homes by the big companies.. Im not sure of the mans name but if u stop by the tavern on rt 5 near helen m sure someone could direct u to the gentleman.. my parents had their home built by the amish, the only umm problem.. well not a problem is that becuz the amish do not drive u have to pick them up and bring them to ur site when they are doing the on site work.. tho most of the work is done on their farm .. then they truck the sections to your land and put them together,




Im sorry I kept saying hughesville... when i meant to say mechanicsville! doh!

 

[watercolor]

www.simplexind.com

 

[Nanny Pam]

This is my new house.

I can't wait to move in. Hopefully 3 more weeks.

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I'm in and I absolutely love this house!! You can not tell it is a modular. It is very sound. When I hit the lottery, I'm gonna get the same house built over a basement.

 

[Oz]

I'm in and I absolutely love this house!! You can not tell it is a modular. It is very sound. When I hit the lottery, I'm gonna get the same house built over a basement.

Congrats on the new house!

 

[Fruitcake Lady]

I sure wish my no-load sons would get together and buy me a beautiful new modular home. But my sons are selfish bastages who deserted their mother when they got married to their floozy wives.

 

[The Jackoholic]

this is what i think im going to do when i get down there. i want to buy a house that is going to give me some instant equity and this sound like just what i need just got to pick the land. i live i a modular right now and can turn a huge huge profit now only after three years in

 

[Oz]

this is what i think im going to do when i get down there. i want to buy a house that is going to give me some instant equity and this sound like just what i need just got to pick the land. i live i a modular right now and can turn a huge huge profit now only after three years in

Don't assume that finding a buildable lot is going to be the easy part...