Cost per square foot. You can’t beat a Modular Home

KEY WEST, Fla. - March 26, 2015 - PRLog -- Per Gary Smith,Top Producing Commercial and Residential Real Estate Broker in Key West, "There are many types of homes on the market at any given time. Buyers are attracted to certain styles for personal reasons and usually limit their searches to those kinds of properties. However, some buyers see dozens of homes and not one fits their wants and needs. This is when new construction first becomes an option and then, choosing a builder, along with settling on a design, becomes a reality.

While new construction means getting a tailored residence, it also means dealing with some unpleasant facts. Chief among these is the time it takes to build a home. This isn’t a quick process and different scenarios unfold, which generally push back the finish date. One alternative to building on-site is to purchase a modular home.

Advantages of Buying a Modular Home

When people hear the term “modular home,” they usually have a misconception that includes cookie-cutter properties that all look alike. That’s simply not the case. Just as with on-site construction, a modular home can be customized, but, there are more benefits than just customization. Here are some other advantages of buying a modular home: A note here Florida's building laws apply across the board so a modular home has the same safeguards built in as regular construction.

●      Less construction time. Properties built on-site endure a variety of setbacks which take up a a lot of time. This is because there are often different contractors working to build specific parts of the home. A plumber, an electrician, a landscaper, a drywall installer, the list goes on and on. Since these individuals don’t work regularly as a team, there is a significant amount of miscommunication. What’s more, these contractors often work on several homes at a time.

●      Less expensive. There’s a dedicated team and a fewer team members needed to construct a modular home. Because parts are pre-cut and building materials are purchase in advance in bulk buys. This cuts down substantially on construction costs.

●      Better quality control. In a factory environment, quality control is of the utmost importance. There are many checks to ensure what’s being constructed is done within specifications. Every step of the process is managed and this helps to ensure high quality.

●      Better energy efficiency. A long term cost to owning a home comes from energy use. An existing home or resale, even an on-site, newly built house, will be less energy efficient. The reason is modular homes have more sealant and careful attention is paid to the amount of insulation.