Tidewater Custom Modular Homes Blog

You want to know what type of construction is of higher quality, modular construction or stick built? Modular homes are built in factories to very specific specifications, with quality checks regularly on the assembly line. Of course the modules have to be sturdily built, they are transported via truck and put in place via crane.  

We could tell you all this or you could go into a modular home factory and then walk onto a stick built construction site. There you would see the difference.  On stick-built sites, builders are using air guns and nails to assemble walls, floors, and ceilings.    You may even see construction materials, the future walls and ceilings in the rain or snow.

In a Modular home factory and construction site modular home walls, floors, and ceilings are screwed and lag-bolted together.  They are also glued.  All of this adds another level of construction integrity and strength.  

Contact Tidewater Custom Modular Homes and we will be more than glad to give you a personal demonstration of the differences.

Modular Homes are strong, affordable and elegant prefabricated homes.  Modular homes are easily available within everyone’s budget, and they can be customized by the manufacturer. In recent years, modular homes have become more and more popular over traditionally built homes. 

There are many reasons for the growing popularity of modular homes. The construction process is considerably shorter than stick built homes. This makes buying and building modular homes a great option for home builders and a home owner.

The modules are built indoors. Therefore, the construction process is never hindered by weather. However, this is also a greener way to build a home. The specs are exact and, with no weather issues, construction waste is less.

Also, the cost of building and maintaining a modular home is up to 30% less than traditional homes, which makes these houses more affordable.

If you are interested in building a new home, and would like to talk about the benefits of modular construction in Virginia, contact Tidewater Custom Modular Homes.

Building a modular home is faster, and more efficient than building a home the stick built way. The homes are beautiful, strong and efficient. There has never been a better time to build yourself a new home. And Tidewater Custom Modular Homes if offering you a few more incentives as well. 

Military discount
Any past or present member of the United States Military gets a $2,000 credit towards options or upgrades as a thank you for serving our country. Present your military ID when you order your new Modular Home.

Disaster Relief
This year has been rough on our service area with storms, tornadoes, and wildfires. Families rebuilding due to natural disasters or fires will receive a $2,000 rebate when their Modular Home is completed and funds are received. Proof of loss may be required to qualify.

Free Upgrades!!
Are you ready for a new home from TC Modular Homes? How ready are you? The faster you are; the more you save.

• Order a home in the next 30 days* and get a $2,000 credit towards options or upgrades.
• Order a home between 45 and 90 days* and get a $1,500 credit towards options or upgrades.
• Order a home between 90 and 120 days* and get a $1,000 credit towards options or upgrades.

Many homebuyers assume that the primary advantage of modular homes is lower home prices. However, that is the third most important reason for building a modular home. Faster construction time is the second, and superior quality is the first.

The construction applications that strengthen a modular home include:

• The window and door casings are reinforced with metal splines in the corners
• Drywall is bonded to the wall studs and the ceiling joists with super adhesive
• Larger sheets of drywall are used on the walls and ceilings
• The first-story ceiling and second-story floor systems are separate on two-story homes
• Floor sheathing is both glued and nailed
• The basement ceiling is flush with the main carrying beam built into the floor system
• Double or triple perimeter joists are used at the marriage walls (marriage walls are where wall meet)
• The modules are joined together at the marriage wall with bolts in the basement and attic
• Corners of the perimeter floor joists are also strapped