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Building a custom modular home...where to start?
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Posted by jessearl (My Page) on Mon, Jul 30, 07 at 16:00
| My husband and I are just starting our renovation process and don't really know what the first step is. Because of an oddly shaped building plot, none of the "stock" plans we've looked at from Modular companies really fit what we need. How do we start the custom design process? Should we find an architect first to design it or a custom modular company we like and see if they recommend a designer?
Also, any recommendations for northeastern NJ? Thanks! |
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RE: Building a custom modular home...where to start?
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| Choose your builder/dealer first. An architect may or may not know about some of the technical considerations of the modular concept. A particular modular manufacturer may have length limitations based on factory size, delivery equipment, transport laws, etc.. Start with a dealer. |
RE: Building a custom modular home...where to start?
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I guess it all depends on how much you want to spend. Just about all modular companies have design staffs and can custom make a home.
Also what are your limitations? Slope? Lot size? drainage? I am not recommending this company, but I have seen their products first hand up here in Vermont as there's a whole subdivision using theor product. But they can and do build custom houses to your specs. Click the link below |
Here is a link that might be useful: Westchester Modular
RE: Building a custom modular home...where to start?
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| Check out Building Systems Network I live in Atlanta and I have seen a lot of their houses in the north Atlanta area - they are really nice, classy looking. They have a lot of plans to choose from - anywhere from Ranch styles to "modular mansions" - but they also do custom (check out http://www.buildingsystemsnetwork.com/design_center.asp). I know they build nationwide, and work with local builders in different areas so you would probably be able to work closely with the builder throughout the process. Hope this helps :) |
Here is a link that might be useful: modular homes
RE: Building a custom modular home...where to start?
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| One of th emain things you want to do is find a manufacturing facility that's within 200 miles of your lot. There are many such places in the northeast. Going halfway across the country to find a manufacturer can be costly as far as transportation goes. Find a company that has a rep in NJ and start there. Also decide if you just want the home delivered and you'll do the general contracting or if you want the dealer to be the GC also. I had the dealer handle everything since I was in PA and the lot was in VT. And they did a very nice job. |
RE: Building a custom modular home...where to start?
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| If you are in northern NJ, I would agree that you should check out Westchester Modular Homes. Also check out Chelsea Modular Homes, which is only a short drive from Westchester Modular. They built their reputation on custom design services. (Full disclosure time: I was the CAD manager for Chelsea for a long time before moving north.) Tell them I recommended them. Wayne |
RE: Building a custom modular home...where to start?
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| Try wholesale modulars inc. That is who we used - they are in PA but deliver to Jersey. www.wholesalemodulars.com |
Here is a link that might be useful: modular home
RE: Building a custom modular home...where to start?
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I know an online directory for MODULAR homes, products, commercial buildings, and services. You can find different companies attached to different needs of Modular homes,including their websites, telephones, addresses and brief descriptions.It also includes the information of some ARCHITECT companies which you needed.
Hope it's helpful.
Good Luck! |
Here is a link that might be useful: findprefab
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