Modular Homes VA Blog
Hurricane-Proof Modular Homes
In Virginia, where, as we know, hurricanes and severe storms can hit at any time, homebuyers require stronger and more resilient homes that can withstand strong wind and floodwater. However, when there is a demand for sturdier foundations and construction, this usually also translates to higher construction costs. Fortunately, modular construction can provide tough and robust homes at an affordable price and in a more timely manner.
Modular homes are built and designed from top quality materials and designed using cutting edge technology to produce more durable and resilient homes. In hurricane stricken locations, modular builders even fortify these homes to resist and defy up to 180 mph strong winds. With a series of on-site QA inspections, the modules are guaranteed to meet or exceed local and state building codes.
During construction, modules are glued and screwed to make them sturdier and able to withstand transport. This means they are sturdier homes than those built through traditional stick-built construction. Steel is applied to anchor and stabilize the structure so it can stay tough against excessive winds. Modular pilings with built-in smart vents are also applied in homes situated in flood prone areas so, in case of flooding, water can't accumulate and will flow in and out of the vents.
In spite of all these amazing features, modular home cost are still affordable because this building system makes completion time faster with less materials waste. Modular building systems employ a controlled environment and advanced technology to make this possible. Contact Tidewater Custom Modular Homes for strong, hurricane-proof homes.
Have Stronger Homes with Modular Home Construction
Computerization and other advanced building technologies empower Tidewater Custom Modular Homes to offer completely customizable home buying options. You can custom-design your next modular home in Portsmouth, VA to your hearts desire.
Aside from the fact that customization is made easy through modular construction, you can also have peace of mind knowing that your home is of the highest quality available today, delivered quickly, and costing significantly less money. Once the modular floor plan is transformed into modules of a permanent structure, the entire project will be inspected by an appropriate state building instructor. But beforehand, the modules have already gone through a rigorous quality assurance and inspection process in each phase of construction. So rest assured that the modular home you will be living in for long, long years abides by all building codes for structures within the terms and conditions of the specific state you are in.
Modular home construction ensures that your home is not just all about aesthetics. Aside from the fully functional features, your home is also guaranteed to withstand extreme conditions such as hurricanes better than site-built homes. This is just one of the benefits of using more advanced building systems.
To find out more about the advantages of modular home construction, contact Tidewater Custom Modular Homes.
Why Custom Modular Homes are More Safe Than Traditional Stick-Built Homes
Custom modular home construction is simply more safe and sturdy than traditional home construction for a host of reasons. First, they are more resistant to natural forces because of precision cuts that are fit and fastened largely within a computer controlled factory. The construction technology for modular homes calls for bolting, glue-nailed sheathing and decking, and increased volume of framing members. Bottom line, bolts and computer-aided precision fitting is simply better than what a human’s free hand can produce. This makes modular homes much more capable to endure nature's onslaughts.
The strength of local building codes varies from local to local. Traditional stick-building home builders build to those standards to save on construction cost. Frankly, some of those building code standards aren’t that high, and introduce very real quality risk into your future home’s strength. With custom modular home construction, there is no variance in quality. They are all precisely built and deliver a superior product in every single local across Hampton Roads.
You owe it to yourself to make a simple call to us to help you understand how custom modular home construction will deliver a lifetime of benefits over traditional home construction. Contact us anytime.
Custom Modular Home Construction – Affordable Home Construction Without the Stress of Yesteryear
Considering modular home construction in and around Portsmouth, VA? Tidewater Custom Modular Homes has built an earned an award-winning reputation throughout all of Tidewater for home building excellence and value. We’re here to make sure you have the facts about your new home building options. It will be our pleasure to educate you regarding why increasingly Americans are choosing modular home construction over traditional stick-built construction. We’ll get that conversation started here and then
We understand that the process of designing your next home can be daunting. By the time your new home is complete, you want to be sure that the highest quality materials were used, as well as the highest quality craftsmanship. But how do you really know? Many believe that building a high quality, custom designed home is not affordable. But with modular construction, you can build a custom designed dream home with the quality you want and need. Modular homes meet or exceed all local, state and federal building codes, while staying well within your budget.
Homeowners and builders alike are choosing modular construction more and more for this very reason. If you want a quality home that is safe and secure, as well as beautiful, modular home construction may be the perfect choice.
- Modular homes are built in factory settings with strict quality control procedures in place.
- Modular homes are inspected by 3rd party engineering firms and state inspectors along with local building officials. Traditionally built homes are only inspected by local building officials.
- Modular manufacturers have a state approved quality assurance manual. Traditional home builders do not. home manufacturers have a quality assurance department staffed with line inspectors. Most site built home builders do not employ their own in-house inspectors.
- All modular homes have plumbing and electrical tests completed on every home.
Modular Home Quality GREATLY Exceed Traditional Construction
The process of building a home can be daunting. By the time your new home is complete, you want to be sure that the highest quality materials were used, as well as the highest quality craftsmanship. But how do you really know? Many believe that building a high quality, custom designed home is not affordable. But with modular construction, you can build a custom designed dream home with the quality you want and need. Modular homes meet or exceed all local, state and federal building codes, while staying well within your budget.
Homeowners and builders alike are choosing modular construction more and more for this very reason. If you want a quality home that is safe and secure, as well as beautiful, modular home construction may be the perfect choice.
- Modular homes are built in factory settings with strict quality control procedures in place.
- Modular homes are inspected by 3rd party engineering firms and state inspectors along with local building officials. Traditionally built homes are only inspected by local building officials.
- Modular manufacturers have a state approved quality assurance manual. Traditional home builders do not.
- Modular home manufacturers have a quality assurance department staffed with line inspectors. Most site built home builders do not employ their own in-house inspectors.
- All modular homes have plumbing and electrical tests completed on every home.
Modular homes from Tidewater Custom Modular Homes undergo three sets of inspections during the construction process. A modular home is built in pieces, or modules, and each module undergoes a thorough quality control inspection before leaving the assembly line. It is then independently inspected again before it is shipped to your building site. Then, once your modular home is finished, and ready to move in, it is inspected again by your local building inspector. Stick-built homes are inspected one time, and only by the local building inspector after the home is built.
Fast construction AND triple-inspected, modular homes are a better decision. For more information on modular construction, contact Tidewater Custom Modular Homes.
Envision Your Virginia Beach Waterfront View from Your New Custom Modular Home
The Atlantic Ocean and scenic Tidewater area lakes and tributaries make the perfect setting for your next home. We encourage you to consider Tidewater Custom Modular Home’s vacation style modular floor plan as a starting point for dreaming big about your future.
Modular construction in Virginia Beach offers the overall very best value for you future vacation home-buying dollar. And it is not even close. Lower cost per square foot and significantly faster home delivery time are reasons you should become highly educated on what custom modular home construction can do for you.
The Southport Vacation style Modular Floor Plan captivates homebuyers with its alluring front elevation, high vaulted ceiling and glass walls. The open great room provides a panoramic view of the waterfront and the skies, allowing natural light to be diffused throughout the room ideal for gatherings and relaxation. The master suite on the other hand provide homeowners a peaceful retreat. There are two additional rooms upstairs for children and guests.
The degree of custom modification options available to you are too wide open to cover in a blog post. A simple conversation with us will amaze and open your eyes to the possibilities. Do you, your family, and your wallet a favor. Contact Tidewater Custom Modular Homes.
Designing the Custom Modular Home Around the Kitchen
It never surprises us how often we design custom modular homes around a kitchen. Home buyers often can’t picture how they want the house to look like from the outside, but we tell you with certainty that they most certainly have a clear vision of their future kitchen. The kitchen is the heart and soul of the home. It is where a family spends the vast majority of their time together. So, today we’re here to simply remind you of that we are here, ready, willing, and able to deliver you kitchen dream in your next home. Start by considering some of our custom modular home kitchen options. That’s just to get you thinking and then together we can work to flush things out to your specific requirements.
Our modular homes built in and around the greater Virginia Beach area, offer limitless possibilities for design and layout that can be customized to suit your taste and style. Your kitchen options for modular homes take into account all aspects of a multi-purpose kitchen. Expect nothing short of premium-grade fixtures and state-of-the-art kitchen technologies to create that fully-functional kitchen you’ve been dreaming of.
Let’s get started. Contact Tidewater Custom Modular Homes today!
Chose Modular Home Construction - A Profitable Home Buying Decision
Increasingly home buyers are turning to modular home construction. Those of you in the market know that new home demand is high, lumber and other component cost and supply is low, and the overall cost per foot for new home construction can seem daunting. Ah, but those who are educated on the modular home option are finding those anxieties extinguished.
Modular homes are popular only in part due to their comparative affordability. The employ of automation within the building process reduces waste and time, both factors leading to a more cost-effective home building solution. They incorporate modules within the design process which offers a building flexibility and customization options that continue to surprise everyone who is new to this innovative and superior home building product.
One thing we can promise you. After sitting down with us to get educated on the stark differences between traditional stick-built homes and the custom modular home, you will walk away with a good understanding why modular home construction is rapidly accelerating toward being the more the norm than exception within the American home buying decision process.
For more tips on custom modular home living, contact Tidewater Custom Modular Homes.
Retire/Downsize Via Modular Home Construction’s Time and Fiscal Efficiency
It is a statistical fact, the concept of “The Greying of America”. And many of us in (or approaching) retirement are thinking about simplifying their lives. One of the most common simplification is downsizing homes. It makes sense for many of us to quit spending so much time managing property in exchange for more time managing our recreational lives. Increasingly, Americans are turning to modular home construction as their path to increasing their comfort and level of recreational living.
Let’s be clear. Downsizing must not be synonymous with compromising. Moving into a new home should always be a celebration and countless people just like you have chosen Tidewater Custom Modular Homes as their path to new home celebration. A new modular home is the perfect solution for those looking to downsize. You can remain in comfort with the space and amenities that you need and want, but you can still move into a smaller home.
With modular homes, the floor plans can be customized, so even if you are an empty nester and the kids old bedrooms were used as office or storage space, you can incorporate that functionality into your modular floor plan just on a smaller, more economical scale.
The reasons to downsize are many. To reclaim time as previously mentioned, to save money on maintenance, utilities and taxes, modular home construction provides that path. Modular construction is energy efficient construction. With energy star appliances, energy efficient windows, better insulation and efficient lighting you will pay less for the utilities in your home.
Most importantly, with a well built, well designed, brand new home, your new modular home will retain its resale value. When it comes time to sell, your home will retain its value. For more information on downsizing to a modular home, contact Tidewater Custom Modular Homes.
Custom-Built Modular Homes for the Just Married Couple
One of the most important decisions newly married couples make is the choice of house to start their family. Often times newlyweds are on short budgets and short time constraints to get things stabilized. This is where modular home construction shows up best. Simply put, more home per square foot in a shorter period.
Every modular home that we build in Richmond and the surrounding areas is built using state-of-the-art building technologies and streamlined processes. This is why when you go the modular route, you are able to benefit from aesthetics and quality that are unmatched especially when you factor in the money and time you save when you custom-build one.
A couple can start choosing a modular floor plan they will use in custom-building their dream home. With a wide array of options for customization, it is not impossible to own one that you can call uniquely yours, with the features existing to cater to your basic to unique needs for a home. You can actually start with simple floor plans, say a single story home with 2 bedrooms and 1 bath room. And when your family expands, you can just add another floor or room and you can do all those still without consuming much time and money.
To find out more about the advantages of modular home construction for just married couples, contact Tidewater Custom Modular Homes.