"Answers to frequently asked questions"
What is a Manufactured Home?
Manufactured homes are "Built" under an environmentally controlled conditions (out of the weather) and are delivered in module units with there own frame which is left on the home. These units are built to a Federal Government Code called H.U.D. (Housing Urban Development) For finale completion on site these homes can be set on crawl or basement foundations.
What is a Modular Home?
Manufactured homes are "Built" under an environmentally controlled conditions (out of the weather) and are delivered on "carriers" to the site in "modules" for final completion. Each mid-western state has codes that control how homes are site constructed. Modular Homes are built to those codes which include C.A.B.O., O.B.B.C., B.O.C.A., and U.B.C.
How is a Manufactured/Modular Home Different From a "Site Built" Home?
When you think about construction, you may realize that "site-built" homes really are not "built", but they are assembled. Builders purchase their building components (IE roof rafters, pre-cut studs, floor joist decking, cabinets, windows, doors, drywall, shingles, wire, bath fixtures, floor coverings, etc.) from local building supply companies or lumber yards. These components are delivered to the site by truck and then assembled. Components are trimmed or cut to size with an assortment of hand tools. Modular by contrast, purchases brand name material directly from the manufacturer in huge quantities and then assembles them components out of the weather. Key components of the home, roof, floors, and walls, are all assembled on precision jigs. The factory mill room has saws costing more than $10,000 each to precisely cut material to size. The factory employee has the benefit of a pleasant working environment and equipment to do the job right.
So how is the modular home different from a site built home? in our opinion the modular home is better. However, you be the judge. Please compare the modular home specifications with any home built. We encourage you to view one of our model homes so you can make your own opinion.
What is a Set?
Modular/Manufactured homes are delivered to the prepared building site in modules. Two story homes have 4 or more modules, Ranch or Cape Cod homes have 2 or more modules. The modules are set on the foundation by lifting the modules off the carriers with a crane and setting them on the foundation. Another method of set is to roll the modules/manufactured homes from the carriers to the foundation with special roller beam equipment. Roy's Home Center use's both methods and often times the site conditions may dictate either a "crane set" or a "roller set". Either method is acceptable and both are widely used.
How is my home attached to the foundation?
The attachment of a Manufactured home to the foundation follows the traditional attachment for any site built home. The floor joists are toe nailed to the foundation sill plate.
How are Home's Fastened Together?
Modules are lag bolted together on the center rim joist and screwed together at the roof line.
What kind of foundation do I need?
All homes are designed for full basements or crawlspace foundations. Foundations are approved by your local building departments. Most mid-west foundations are poured concrete or concrete blocks.
Is my home energy efficient?
Your energy costs depend greatly upon your style of living. However, manufactured/module homes have the most energy efficient structure we can build. All homes are built with the following energy efficient features as standard:
- 2 X 6 walls 16" OC with R-19 wall insulation
- Insulated glass windows with "Low E" glass
- Insulated steel front and rear doors
- R-30 and up to R-40 roof insulation in Ranches and Two-stories
- R-30 insulation in the ceiling of the Cape Cod
- Insulation around all windows and doors
What safety features are included in a Manufactured/Modular Home?
All homes are built with the following safety features. Most of these features exceed required state or local building codes.
- Battery backup smoke detectors in common areas and all bedrooms wired in a series (They all go off at once)
- Ground fault circuit breakers on circuits for the bath, kitchen, and exterior electrical receptacle
- Anti scald, pressure balance, single lever faucets on all tub/shower combinations
- All copper wire and circuit breaker electrical panels.
What is a G.F.I. Breaker?
G.F.I. stands for Ground Fault Interrupter. A G.F.I. circuit breaker is an ultra sensitive circuit breaker that will "trip" (turn off) if it senses a short in a circuit. All homes have the bathroom, kitchen, and exterior receptacle circuits protected by a G.F.I. breaker. The main purpose is to protect homeowners from possible electrical shock when using small appliances (curling irons, hair dryers, etc.) in areas that also have exposure to water. G.F.I. breakers are code requirements in all mid-western states.
Can I purchase a Manufacture/Modular Home Directly from the Factory?
These Homes are sold only through an authorized Dealer/Builder. There are NO direct factory to customer sales. Your local Dealer/Builder is knowledgeable about local building codes, and site preparation, can assist you in floor plans and option selections, and provide all the necessary information for your purchase.
How much does a Manufactured/Modular Home Cost?
prices for our homes are immediately available. Generally, the total cost of each home is different because of site preparation cost, options, and site constructed amenities (garages, decks, porches, etc.). Once you have selected a floor plan, and a site location we can give you a total price.
Do I get a warranty?
Each home has a one year warranty from the factory and all components of the home, such as siding, shingles, tubs, faucets, etc. have additional warranties. Each home delivered to a customer includes the warranty information in a larger package. We can provide you with more detail on this extensive warranty coverage.
The information contained is general information and NOT represented to be all inclusive to a specific project. |
