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What is a modular home?
- Why should I build a modular home?
- How much does a modular home cost?
- Can I get my custom dream home with a modular build?
- What kind of warranties come with my new home?
- I have the land, who is responsible for getting the land prepared
for a home?
- I know I want to build a home but don't have the land. Can you help
me find a suitable lot?
- Once I've decided to purchase a home, how long does the process take?
Q: What is a modular home?
A: Quite simply, modular construction is the building of a home in separate
sections, within a controlled environment of a factory, weather protected.
Muncy Homes modular homes are built in programmed stages from flooring
to finished product. Floor treatments, framing, insulation, drywall, roofing,
windows, siding, cabinetry, plumbing and lighting fixtures are all installed
and completed by skilled craftsmen utilizing state-of-the-art production
technology. The home is then shipped, approximately 90% complete, to the
building site and assembled on a foundation. Only minimal site construction
is necessary, such as the foundation, modular set-up, securing the roof,
and connection of various utilities.
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Q: Why should I build a modular home?
A: Modular housing offers many advantages over traditional building techniques.
One of the most important advantages is the high level of quality assured
by modular construction. The precision construction and effective process
control during factory construction results in a better built home.
Cost Savings
- The overall efficiency of modular construction results in tremendous
cost savings.
- Overall building time is reduced by concurrent site work and home
construction. This also allows for reduced interest on construction
financing.
- Our skilled work force has years of experience in the building industry
and works year round within our facilities.
- Environmentally conscious by utilizing engineered construction materials
and through effective recycling.
- Modular construction reduces the possibilities of cost over-runs.
Quality Assurance
There are many factors that contribute to the overall quality of a Muncy
home.
Since construction takes place in a controlled environment, building materials
are stored inside and are not exposed to the harmful effects of weather
or vandalism.
Each Muncy home is built with quality brand name products from such reputable
manufacturers as Congoleum, Aristokraft, Andersen, Delta, Certainteed, Owens
Corning, General Electric and more.
With construction performed on site in their factory, Muncy Homes offers
a greater potential for quality through standardized procedures and factory
based inspections.
All our modular homes are built to meet national, state and local codes.
A data plate is issued by a 3rd party inspection agency (PFS) to ensure
that all codes are met.
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Q: How much does a modular home cost?
A: The cost depends on style, size of the house, and the options selected
by you. In many areas modular homes even cost less to build than a stick
built home. You can browse our floor plans
to see starting costs for our standard homes or you can view some common
scenarios for financing to see if you can
afford your dream home.
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Q: Can I get my custom dream home with a modular build?
A: Yes, if you can't find the home your want while browsing our floor
plans we can work with you to design your custom dream home, just
contact us for more information.
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Q: What kind of warranties come with my new home?
A: All of our homes come with a 1 year manufacturers warranty against
defects. Additionally, LB Builders purchases an extended
warranty for major structural components for 10 years. Also, some
brand name products carry their own warranty which may be longer than
the manufacturers warranty. For example windows, shingles and cabinets.
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Q: I have the land, who is responsible for getting the land prepared for
a home?
A: You can arrange for the necessary contractors, or we can work as your
general contractor for necessary site work which may include well, septic,
excavation, foundation, driveway, landscaping, etc.
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Q: I know I want to build a home but don't have the land. Can you help
me find a suitable lot?
A: We recommend you work with a realtor to find a piece of land that you
are happy with. In our Finding the Right Land
section, we provide contact information for a recommended realtor in the
North Shore area.
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Q: Once I've decided to purchase a home, how long does the process take?
A: The process takes approximately 4-6 weeks after we submit the order
for the home until the delivery of the home to the site. The move in date
depends on several factors but usually takes an additional 6-8 weeks.
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Q: How do I finance my home?
A: The process is the same as with any stick built home. Mortgage companies
treat modular homes the same as stick built. In our Financing
section, we provide contact information for a recommended loan specialist
in the North Shore area.
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