Prefabricated houses they have changed dramatically from what Sears used to sell through its catalog. The new generation of architects and homebuyers has sparked a movement in the manufactured home industry based on spirit and imagination. As a result, a variety of modern modular homes have been born that challenge all previous ideas of prefab homes. Those uninteresting boxes have been transformed into beautiful affordable homes that can be customized to whatever level of exclusivity you desire.
The term “manufactured home” can mean a variety of different construction styles. In general, manufactured homes are built in one location and shipped to a construction site for assembly. Types of manufactured homes include, modular, panel or pre-cut, and manufactured or mobile. Each of these houses is made in a factory, so the measurements are very precise, ensuring that each house is hermetically sealed to save energy and save the owner a great deal of money each year. Most modern manufactured homes meet or exceed the US government’s Energy Star standard. What this means is that they use at least 20% less energy than typical new homes.
Modern customers demand aesthetic creativity and customization. This has been driven by advances in precast building technology. Recognizing this phenomenon, companies are exploring designs like; Solarized Houseboats, Thriller Houses, Sloping Hillside Houses, Suspended Houses, Prefab Igloos, and Modular Houses.
When it comes to homeowner involvement in the actual assembly of a manufactured home, panels or precuts are the most DYI friendly.
panelized houses they are assembled much like furniture. Each panel is precast with framing, insulation, drywall, and siding. The walls include conduits for electrical and plumbing wiring so they can be easily installed on the site of the house. Panels are designed to fit precisely. Panels are built at the factory on an assembly line and then stacked on a flatbed trailer for delivery to the source location. On the home site, the floor panels are lowered into place on the foundation with the use of a crane. After the floor is assembled, the walls are put into place and bolted together, as well as attached to the floor. Next the roof and roof are built. Within a week or two, the complete house is built and ready to finish. Often a manufactured home can be installed in 2-4 weeks. There is no need for specialized contractors for most panel and modular homes. Often a handy owner and some smart friends can get the job done.
Another DIY-friendly style of prefab home is modular buildings. However, these types of houses require a little more knowledge.
modular prefab homes they are also built in a factory on an assembly line. They are built in complete working sections. After transport to the place of origin, the modules are lifted into place and fixed according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Except for crane work, any handyman should be able to do much of the erection work.
From shipping container homes to pop-up architecture, modern manufactured homes definitely don’t have to look like a double-wide trailer. And they certainly aren’t the Sears homes sold through their catalog.