Don't forget these costs when considering a modular home


Don't forget these costs when considering a modular home
By Scott Rogers • June 6, 2012
After my ramblings last week about modular homes, I had a helpful conversation with Jim Herr, a local building contractor, who shared this perspective on modular homes.... I think modular housing is a great alternative to consider when looking at new housing, but there are several issues to consider when buying a modular home that are often overlooked. The modular housing industry often advertises a packaged home at avery attractive price. There are numerous costs to consider that add to the cost of the package, not to mention the upgrades offered on a modular. Excavation and sitework, well, septic, driveway, seeding and landscaping, foundation/basement costs and set up costs are often the same as they would be for a stick built home. My guess is that the market for the modular housing industry is a client that is looking for lower cost housing when in fact they could be building for the higher end market as well. There are several upgrade options that give an owner many of the same amenities that are available in a custom home. I have lived in a modular home and we have renovated modular homes. We have seen good construction and have witnessed poor construction practices in modulars. As is true in most cases, it is up to the contractor you are working with or your knowledge of construction and your ability to supervise the construction that will give you a good product. If you have clients looking at modulars or have clients who wish to be there own contractor, we would be happy to meet with them. The housing market is clearly changing and Herr & Co wants to continue to work with owners who like to be involved in the process. If you're considering a modular home, you may want to touch base with Jim Herr of Herr and Co. Building Contractors as a potential contractor for the construction of your modular home. Receive Updates by Email Recent Articles: There Are Plenty Of Types Of Houses That Exist That Just Are Not Available To Purchase Home Sales By Price Range In The City Of Harrisonburg Are You Compromising On Aspects Of Your Next Home That You Can Or Cannot Change Later? How Much Slower Are The Winter Months In Our Local Housing Market? Rockingham County and New Home Sales Drive Surge in Area Housing Market Find The Balance Between Optimistic And Realistic Home Pricing Room Size Is Difficult To Understand Solely From Real Estate Photos How Much Would You Value Not Having To Prepare Your Home For Showings? One Out Of Four Homes Is Taking Longer Than A Month To Sell Consider The Cost Of Your Planned Renovations When Planning Your Offer
Have any questions? Contact Scott Rogers at 540-578-0102 or scott@funkhousergroup.com
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