Frequently Asked Questions

• What is a Modular Building System?
• Tell me more about System Built Modular home construction process.
• How long does it take to build a System Built Modular home?
• I get confused when I see the terms "Manufactured Home" and "Modular Home". What's the difference?
• What do System Built Modular homes look like?
• Can I design my own Modular home?
• I Know that System Built Modular homes are built to the same codes as site-built homes, but is financing done differently?
• One last time, Review the benefits of modular construction for me.
• And one last item that we haven't covered - COST.

What is a Building System?
Simply put, a building system is a highly engineered method of producing buildings or building components in an efficient and cost effective manner. The use of building systems is common in many different types of residential and commercial construction.



A modular home is the culmination of one type of building system. Modular homes actually begin as components designed, engineered and assembled in the controlled environment of a modern factory sometimes hundreds of miles away from their final destination. It is when these components come together on your building site and the final finish is completed by your builder, that the components become a home for you and your family.
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Tell me more about the modular home construction process.
Today's modular systems are models of efficiency with quality assurance. The building process begins at the design phase. Most modular producers use state of the art computer assisted design stations which aid them in customizing floor plans and producing drawings and materials requirement list. Once designed, the building process begins. This process is similar to what you've seen during the construction of houses in your neighborhood. The quality materials and care for detail, and the same building codes and standards are observed. So what's different? Efficiency and quality control!

Efficiency begins with modern factory assembly line techniques. Your home travels to workstations, with all the building trades represented. Work is never delayed by weather, subcontractor no-shows or missing material. Quality engineering and modular construction techniques significantly increase the energy efficiency of your modular home. A quality control process provides 100% assurance that your home has been inspected for code compliance and workmanship. In-plant inspectors as well as, independent inspection agencies, inspect the home on behalf of your state & local government.
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How long does it take to build a System Built home?
Speed and consistent quality are two of the many advantages for choosing modular components for your new home. On the average, a home consisting of two modules will be factory produced in six or seven days. Once the manufacturing process is complete, typically with interior finish right down to carpets and wall finish, the unit must be transferred to the building site and placed on its foundation. Final completion is usually handled by a local builder or general contractor and includes connection of utilities to the home, and a short list of finish work. Normally the home is completed in 3 to 4 weeks.
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What do System Built Homes look like?
Modular homes look like any other homes. Today's building technology has allowed modular manufacturers to build most any style of home from a simple ranch to a highly customized contemporary. And, it doesn't stop with houses. Modular producers are busy building banks. schools, office buildings, motels and hotels. Chances are you've been in many modular structures and probably never realized it.
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Can I design my own?
Yes. Most modular companies allow the customer complete design flexibility. But remember, every manufacturer is different. Engineering capabilities and product specifications will vary from company to company.
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