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Imagine a building project where you don’t have to worry about weather delays or
whether or not your subcontractors are going to show up.
Imagine a project that rejects cookie-cutter appearance in favor of thoughtful design.
Imagine a project that costs less to build in less time but has more value.
Imagine a project that brings
together high quality, affordable, environmentally friendly style and delivers it
to your doorstep.
Well, you don’t have to imagine anymore…that is system-built construction.
What is a System-Built Home?
System-built homes, sometimes referred to as "modular homes," are constructed in sections
in a climate-controlled factory by skilled craftsmen using precise machinery and methods. System-built
homes adhere to the same building codes as conventional site-built construction. Once the home
is placed on a foundation, it is impossible to distinguish it from a site-built home. Banks,
financial institutions, mortgage companies, appraisers and insurance companies classify system-built
homes as equivalent to site-built homes.
Better Quality
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Built with greater structural strength to withstand transport and craning into place,
system-built homes use more framing lumber than site-built homes. System-built
construction materials are never exposed to harsh weather conditions which can cause
mold and warped lumber in site-built homes.
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SITE-BUILT HOME EXPOSED TO THE ELEMENTS
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Better Value
System-built homes benefit from the economies of scale that result from purchasing larger
quantities of building materials. As a result, builders are able to negotiate better prices
and pass these savings on to the buyer. Cost per square foot is typically 15 to 25% lower
than site-built homes of comparable quality.
Speed of Construction
System-built homes are typically built, delivered and installed in less than half the
time of site-built homes. Weather delays and subcontractor no-shows, which cost time and
money, are also greatly reduced.
Better for the Environment & Energy Efficient
System-built homes are better for the environment. Through efficient use of construction
materials, they generate 50% less waste than site-built homes and 90% of that waste is recycled at the factory.
System-built homes have enhanced levels of insulation, making them 80% more air-tight than site-built homes. As a
result, system-built homeowners may receive a substantial savings on energy costs. System-built
homes are built to “Built Green” specifications and have the ability to be Energy Star rated.
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