What kind of construction is used in Modular homes?
A. The same or better construction than that used in a site built home. The walls are 2-by-6 with R-19 insulation and 2-by-4 partitions. The flooring is 2-by-8 or 2-by10 depending on the floor span and is topped with tongue and groove flooring, glued and stapled. The roof and ceiling are trussed with R-32 insulation and has 25-year Fiberglass shingles. Also incorporated are such things as Philadelphia carpet by DuPont, Thermal pane vinyl double hung high performance glass tilt windows with screens, Merillat cabinetry, Armstrong flooring, Delta faucets, etc. to name a few. To take a closer look at the products we use, click here.
