Yes me and my husband are wanting to build a house but everyone has been telling us it is going to cost a pretty penny that we should think about modular homes. They are built up to codes and standards as a house. And some of them look like reagular stick built homes. But I wanted a log cabin home. Any advice out thier any suggestion on to what I can do. Thanks
2006-12-18 07:22:01 · 5 answers · asked by baby_blueeyed_girl_2005 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Other - Home & Garden
Get yourself a good "general contractor" to supervise the entire thing. Make sure he is reputable, and get references!!! Lots of them!
Modular homes are "not" that well put together!
I have seen them put together with staples, instead of nails, (staples are cheaper and faster). I wouldnt recommend them to anyone.
Look for a builder in your area that has "done" some buildings like that. Though, any General Contractor worth his "salts" can do it, I would still want some one with experience in building this type of construction.
I know in Steubenville, Ohio we have a place that sells, constructs and builds them very quickly, but, I dont know how far they go out of town...
I wish you well..
Jesse
2006-12-18 07:33:06 · answer #1 · answered by x 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, most people build a house as an investment as well as a place to live. You can make a profit if you ever sell it and you can borrow against the equity in case of unexpected bills(medical/educational/etc.). Modular won't give you equity...matter of fact, it will be worth LESS in 20 years or so than you paid for it. The material isn't as good and the workmanship(pride) is sometimes non-existant. You will get a better loan rate with stick built. Don't buy modular.
2006-12-18 08:08:11 · answer #2 · answered by johnnydean86 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How long do you plan on living in the house you build? I have heard that if you get a log cabin, the logs require maintenance every several years (sealer, etc.). You might want to investigate that. A steel frame house would make sense if you're worried about termite problems over a long period of time. If you can afford it, have an architect design your house specifically for you and the property it will sit on. I highly recommend reading "The Not So Big House" by Sarah Susanka if you haven't already.
2006-12-18 07:38:11 · answer #3 · answered by Greenosity 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well BBEG, there is no comparsion; some of the features are similar, but the structure and materials used are different...that's why mobiles are cheaper.
they are produced on an assembly line and les expensive products are used to cut costs and speed up production on these modular units.
In the long run you will love the stick built home better in the long run and having paid more, it will last longer and repairs are less.
You must discover for yourself and view all the aspects of the modular home verses the stick-built.
Mark my word, if you build, go stick-built
2006-12-18 07:36:43 · answer #4 · answered by ticketoride04 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have any skills building homes,build it yourself. I have seen people that put up modular homes.They are very expensive.There is no way that you can get a higher quality home unless you build it yourself.Believe me I did build my home.Saved 25% and got a great home of better quality. You have to do leg work, but it is worth it in the long run. I also convinced my cousin to build their home and it is unbelievable what they accomplished. They are very happy. Keep your hard earned money and build it.
2006-12-18 07:36:32 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋