It can be easy to confuse on-site construction with modular, but there are clear differences and advantages to modular building.

Sanford, NC -- (SBWire) -- 10/27/2011 --Don't confuse modular homes with manufactured homes or mobile homes. Modular homes are built to the exact same building code and with the same quality materials used for site-built homes and must pass the same stringent series of inspections as site-built homes.. Modular home construction actually has several advantages over site-built construction.

The following are a few benefits to modular construction.

Stronger Framing
The module to module construction offers an inherent strength advantage over traditional framing. Keep in mind that the modules must be strong and rigid enough to withstand being put in place by a crane. We build with 2x6 lumber for exterior walls rather than the 2x4 lumber used by most traditional builders.

Modular homes typically use about 20% more lumber and fasteners than site-built homes and fare better than site-built homes in Hurricanes according to FEMA.

Bulk Material Purchases
Modular Home Companies purchase lumber and quality brand name materials in large quantities directly from the manufacturer resulting in lower material costs.

Controlled Environment
A climate controlled building environment reduces the intrusion of moisture and other elements during the construction process.

Less Material Waste
Efficient building processes plus materials being stored in a theft resistant location result in much less loss in materials which results in a cost savings for the home buyer.

Manufacturing Technology
State of the art construction technologies result in a more accurate, more efficient building process with fewer mistakes.

Quality Assurance
Modular Homes are built to the same local North Carolina, South Carolina or Virginia building codes as site-built homes. They are also inspected by both the factory and Independent third party engineering firms. This results in fewer construction errors and lower costs.

Shorter Construction Time
Much of the construction process takes place before the home reaches the construction site which results in a much faster occupancy time in most cases.

Engineering Plans
Modular Homes provide the necessary plans for building permits and complete construction without requiring an architect, lowering costs. We offer far more floorplans to choose from than most builders and can even customize plans

Financing Cost
Quicker construction time with fewer interest charges, result in less cost.