Modular homes have become the target of some pretty tall tales over the years. Much of this has been derived from a general lack of understanding, or a general misunderstanding, about what they are and how they are built. In its infancy, 40-50 years ago, …
Marriott, one of the best known hospitality brands in America, has taken the plunge. Marriott has found modular and they love it. In fact, they love it so much that they have decided to go full speed ahead and introduce an initiative that will build …
“You can’t build a great building on a weak foundation. You must have a solid foundation if you going to have a strong superstructure.”Gordon B. Hinkley Foundations have evolved well past their basic beginnings. They first existed to keep a home from sinking into the …
This is a term that may not be familiar to many that are looking for a new home. For many, being built in a factory means quality. Almost everything you buy is built in a factory; your phone, your watch, and your car. You depend …
Building Science is amazing. Most people never think about building and science in the same sentence. However, the breakthroughs in materials, processes, and tools continue every day. Think about breakthroughs in automotive technology. The more fuel efficient engines, the better safety standards, and precision quality …
So, what do these three things have in common? While most would think not much, they actually do provide some similar benefits and at very different costs. The one thing they all do is provide a method to get exterior light to interior spaces, and …
What’s in a Roof Style? You drive by homes every day. How many times do you actually notice their roofs? There is something called the Baader-Meinhof Phenomenon (also known as The Frequency Illusion). It is the phenomenon in which people who just learn or notice …
It All Started with Smoke Alarms. Prior to 1973, there was no requirement for smoke alarms in a home. Building codes change regularly and protecting the population from home fires was introduced in 1973 with the requirement for new homes to have a single smoke …
Many prospective new customers that think about a new home stumble across modular homes in the research phase of their project. They learn about its superior quality, indoor construction, and great value! Still others focus on its high energy efficiency and low-maintenance options. With an …
Home inventories are tight. Many times you just can’t find the perfect house. Set your goals and decide if building a home is right for you. It is definitely more work to build than it is to buy an existing home. For many, the advantages …
