Modern Modular Homes: What Are We Talking About?
As people become more aware of the benefits and beauty of modern modular homes, they are quickly rising in popularity. In the past, modular or prefab homes have had a bad reputation due to poor craftsmanship and generally being built cheaply. But as building technologies improved, so did has the quality of modern modular homes. And today, modern modular homes are a tested and proven home-building alternative to the traditional stick-built home.
A modern modular home is a prefabricated house that is built in a factory, and delivered to the home site in individual modules, which are then set with a crane and connected to form the complete house. But don’t let the fancy name distract you; these homes are built to the same high standards as other traditionally built homes and have to follow the same building laws and codes.
Modern Modular Homes: Prices
When it comes to the price of a modern modular home, there are a lot of variables that affect your cost. Modular homes are often usually less expensive than a traditional site-built home due to a number of factors, including lower permit fees and reduced labor costs due to building in a manufacturing facility rather than outside.
On the other hand, you will have some additional costs that you will need to consider, including things like…
- Land – You’ll need to invest in the land before you can build a home, but this is common for both modular homes as well as traditional on-site build.
- Foundation Costs – Installing the foundation is an extra cost that is not usually included in the price of a modern modular home.
- Utilities – While most modular homes come complete with all the utilities, like electricity and plumbing, already installed for the interior, you will need to have the utilities run to your site and prepped for your modular home delivery.
- Transportation – Delivering the modules of your modern home can be a significant cost and will obviously increase the farther your home has to be shipped. Although, this cost is generally included in the total price of your home.
Modern Modular Homes: Sizes
The average size of a modular home is between 600 to 3,000 square feet, and while this might be the normal range, the exact dimensions will vary depending on the manufacturer or model.
A modern modular home is not limited in total size, although the size of the individual module will be limited by transportation as well as manufacturing facilities.
Modern Modular Homes: Customizations
A common misconception about modular homes is that they are cookie-cutter homes without any personalization. And while the cheapest modular homes might be this way, most modular home builders offer quite a bit of customization, whether that means different building sizes, interior layouts, or other details.
The Homestead Farmhouse Cabin
The Homestead is a modern farmhouse modular home that can be personalized, in size and options, to create your dream modern home. Whether you are looking for the simple 26’x36’ modern home, or are ready to go all in with the stunning 30’x56’ model with an attached garage, the Homestead Modern Home is a great option.
The Rockwood Luxury Park Model (RV Certified)
The Rockwood Luxury Park Model, while technically not a modular home, is still a stunning modern home. As a park model, it is actually registered as an RV, but makes an ideal ADU or vacation home. At 12 ft wide x 38 ft long, with an incredible front porch, and a modern interior design, the Rockwood has something for everyone.
The A-Frame Studio Park Model (RV Certified)
The A-Frame is a futuristic-looking park model home. At 13 ft wide x 30 ft long, the A-Frame features an incredible living room with the gable end made completely of glass. The rest of the home has lots of offers as well, including the kitchen, master bedroom, and bathroom. The A-Frame is a stunning park model home that we’re sure you’ll love.
Modern Cabin Interiors: The Finishing Touches…
As you can tell, modern modular homes have a lot of potential and, in a lot of cases, are the ideal choice for a home or cabin. And in most cases, our modern modular homes can be delivered in less than a year.
At Zook Cabins, a leading modular home and cabin manufacturer, our goal is to provide you with not only a solid, well-built, top-quality house but a place that you love and are proud to call home.