If you mention modular construction to someone who has never built a modular home, you may hear a few questions.
“Is it quality built?”
“Can I customize it?”
“Is it really a custom home?”
Those are reasonable questions.
The term “modular” describes a construction method. It does not mean that homeowners have to accept a generic home with limited choices.
For Oak Valley Homes, modular construction is the method we use to build affordable custom homes in Central Illinois.
So what does that actually mean for you?
IT IS A DIFFERENT WAY TO BUILD
Traditional construction and modular construction approach the building process differently.
With modular construction, portions of the home are built in a controlled environment before being brought to the building site.
That can provide a more precise construction process and reduce exposure to weather during much of the work.
For a homeowner, the important question is not whether the method sounds different.
The important question is what difference that method makes to your project.
PRECISION MATTERS
Building in a controlled environment can provide advantages when it comes to consistency and precision.
The goal is to create a repeatable process rather than leaving as much of the work exposed to changing conditions at the site.
That does not remove every variable from a construction project.
Your land, design and individual project still matter.
But the construction method can help reduce some of the uncertainty associated with building a home.
WHAT ABOUT CUSTOMIZATION?
This is one of the first questions many homeowners ask.
If a home is modular, can it still be customized?
For Oak Valley Homes, the answer is yes.
The homes we build are affordable custom homes.
That means the conversation begins with what you want in your home rather than simply choosing a finished house from a shelf.
You can think about the layout, the spaces you use and the features that matter to you.
That is particularly important for homeowners who are downsizing.
You may want less overall space but still want a comfortable kitchen, primary suite, living area and other features that make the home feel right.
BUILD TIME CAN BE DIFFERENT
Another reason homeowners consider modular construction is the building timeline.
Oak Valley Homes uses modular construction because it can allow approximately half the build timeframe compared with traditional construction.
Weather is also less likely to interrupt the portion of the construction completed in the controlled environment.
That can be meaningful for homeowners who do not want to spend an extended period waiting for their home to be completed.
THE RIGHT QUESTIONS TO ASK
If you are considering modular construction, ask questions.
Is it quality built?
What can I customize?
What does the process look like?
What does it cost?
How fast can you build it?
A good builder should be comfortable answering those questions.
At Oak Valley Homes, we believe homeowners deserve a clear explanation of what they are choosing and why.
MODULAR IS A CONSTRUCTION METHOD
The simplest way to understand modular construction is this.
It is a different way to build a home.
The goal is still the same as any good homebuilding project.
Build a quality home that fits the homeowner, the land and the budget.
If you own land in Central Illinois and want to learn whether modular construction could be right for your custom home, schedule a consultation with Oak Valley Homes. We will explain the process and help you determine whether it fits your project.
