Tuesday, July 23, 2013

Modular Construction: The Safer Home Building Alternative


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Many homeowners are considering modular construction for new homes. Modular is often an attractive choice because it can be more affordable than stick built homes while not sacrificing on the structural quality of a home and its appearance. Additionally, modular construction is a much safer building alternative.

One of the main reasons why modular construction is safer than other building methods is that the modular home building process takes place in an extremely well controlled factory environment focused closely on efficient and green construction processes. Factory construction creates a work-space in which it is critical to keep errors to an absolute minimum.  Inventory is better controlled, major components can be reused and there is little site disruption or impact to the environment.

Because modular homes are built indoors, the risks that come with working in harsh weather environments are eliminated. Some construction safety problems that exist today find their roots in rain, freezing temperatures and other poor weather issues. Modular home construction is not subject to weather delays.

Prefab construction also requires fewer contractors than a stick built construction project, which not only makes things more organized and reduces costs, but also brings down the risk of injury as the building site is less crowded and easier to work in. Prefab building has been shown to reduce the risk of work-site injuries because of its focus on consistency, a more open and organized work environment and the ability for modular contractors to work indoors and out of the elements.


These are just a few of the reasons why modular construction is oftentimes the safest way to go when it comes to constructing a home.

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