Modular Homes VA Blog

You have probably heard that building a new home is very stressful. Tidewater Custom Modular Homes would like to change that idea. Modular homes are more easily built, more efficiently built and more consistently built. But more than that, there are no hidden surprises. During the design process, we want you to have fun. Create...

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....

Many people have a misconception that modular homes are cookie cutter in style. But, did you know that modular homes can be custom designed? In fact, at Tidewater Custom Modular Homes, custom designed homes are what we do. We do have floor plans available for all types of homes, and they are not limited in...

Are you in the market for a new home. If you live on a piece of land  you really enjoy it, but want a new home, consider building a custom designed modular home. Modular construction is a green and energy-saving form of construction when compared to typical stick-built. Tidewater Custom Modular Homes recently built a...

If you are in the market for a new home, consider building a new home; but not just any new home, build a modular home. There are many pros to consider when contemplating whether to buy or build a new home. Even though building your dream house may seem a lot more difficult than looking...

Happy new year in advance from all of us at Tidewater Custom Modular Homes!  We hope you have a safe and relaxing holiday break. We want to take this opportunity to remind all of you that our offer to customize your new modular home with $1,000 towards options and/or upgrades remains in effect through January...

It’s cold and rainy here in Tidewater Virginia. Not the best time to plan for your vacation or dream estate home, right?  Not so fast my friend.  When could possibly be a better time to plan for the future than when locked inside during the cold winter months? Your  dream "cottage Home" or "vacation style...

Today's "mobile homes" are called "manufactured homes," by housing experts. Manufactured homes are built to HUD, or U.S Department of Housing and Urban Development standards. Modular Homes are built to state and local building codes with high standards and very consistent quality controls. Modular homes and manufactured homes are all built in factories under controlled...

Modular homes are all built in factories under controlled environments. Therefore, there are no weather issues to interfere with the building schedule or to damage building materials. Modular home floor plans can be customized in many respects to meet energy efficiency, accessibility and lifestyle needs. Modular homes (or factory-built homes) are pretty much the same...

Homes built as boxes in factories and assembled on site never subjected to construction delays or bad weather problems. When Jack and Gina Sheehan wanted to demolish and replace their 1952 built waterfront home in York County, they didn't choose the custom-built route.  Instead, they went with a modular home. "I did a lot of...