Question: What are the advantages of using modular buildings over traditional construction?
Answer: Speed is the most advantageous factor when considering modular construction. Normal traditional construction sites are subject to delays in weather or subcontracting hang-ups. Our process also has the ability to continue working while normal problems occur such as permitting. The manufacturing plant operates when it’s raining, snowing or too cold for a field worker. More importantly is the standard of construction with factory cut construction materials and a comfortable working environment for the skilled workers to perform their job with maximum quality. This overall can reduce the price differences from traditional to modular by up to 30%. True savings.
Question: How long is the construction process?
Answer:
Typically the construction process is about 30% shorter that normal construction given the size of the project. For a small sales office to be customized to your needs, it could take an estimated range of 30 days. This is a perfect time for most construction teams to prep the site.
Question: Are their building size restrictions?
Answer: Modular buildings have evolved over the years to be retrofitted to offer a broad range in options. Simple solutions such as a sales office can be manufactured or larger solutions such as a hospital or school can be designed. Larger more complex structures are even available for multi-story configurations.
Question: Can we change the configuration of our modular building once it’s completed?
Answer: Yes, the configuration can be changed. However, each unit needs to be well planned and prepared. Connection points for plumbing, electric and HVAC may need to be adjusted to meet the new specs. Another benefit of modular is the ability to quickly add sections for growing business needs.
Question: What are modular buildings?
Answer: Modular buildings are sectional prefabricated buildings that consist of multiple modules or sections which are manufactured in a remote facility and then delivered to their intended site of use. The modules are assembled into a single residential building using either a crane or trucks.
Modular buildings are considerably different from mobile homes. Off-frame modular dwellings differ from mobile homes largely in their absence of axles or a frame, meaning that they are typically transported to their site by means of flat-bed trucks; however, some modular dwellings are built on a steel frame (on-frame modular), which can be used for transportation to the site.
Question: What type of materials are used to build modular buildings?
Answer: Modular Buildings are built with traditional materials that offer and follow the same specs are any type of conventional grade construction project. Weather it be fire protection, wood or electrical materials, you can be assured that state, county or federal buildings codes are being followed as required.
Question: Will I need an architect?
Answer: Depending on the size of the project, most manufacturing facilities have all plans reviewed or designed by an engineer. Most engineers have the ability to produce plans that are sufficient enough for the local permitting process. If you have larger project, we have professional architects in your area that are familiar with the modular building process.
Question: Is the cost of transporting the buildings expensive?
Answer: Transportation costs are built in to the initial quote of your project and are fairly inexpensive and always out way the liabilities of having materials left on-site and exposed to weather elements, theft or even vandalism. Even on traditional built projects a crew would normally need to be paid to have materials delivered or picked up from an off-site location.
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