Building Better – In a Controlled Building Center
Exposed, rain soaked building sites are common occurances nationwide. And the resulting loss of materials from theft, damage to the exposed areas of the home and the cosmetic coverups that follow are just a few of the many risks that are considered “normal” in new home construction. Consequently, one of the aspects of modular construction that is highly appealing to individual homebuyers as well as developers is that it removes these “normal” risks from the home building process.
Modular construction takes place in an environmentally controlled building center. This translates into fewer mistakes, fewer accidents, the elimination of materials theft, provides protection of all materials from the elements and increased recycling. In addition, the actual construction teams benefit by working each day in a clean, climate controlled building. The result is exactly what builders and developers are looking for: more predictable product quality and delivery schedule. Because materials are never exposed to rain and snow, the modular construction process also protects from “sick building syndrome” that can result from toxic mold.
Modules must be transported to the final home site; therefore, they must be built much sturdier, using about 30% more materials than typical site-built construction. In turn, this construction method results in a tighter, more energy efficient home. With the increased demand for “green construction” and “sustainability,” Palm Harbor’s thirty plus years of building experience allows them to work with builders to reach the desired level of “green” qualification required for each development. The modular delivery and set process is also much more environmentally friendly than traditional construction. It creates minimal construction site impact and virtually eliminates site construction waste with a heavy recycling process in the building centers. And the reduction of subcontractors and the shorter building cycle greatly reduces noise pollution and traffic.
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