ABuilt entirely in the factory under federal code administered by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), which became effective June 15, 1976, and has been upgraded numerous times. Covers single or multi-section homes and includes transport to the site and installation. Regulations include: design & construction, strength & durability, transportability, fire resistance, energy efficiency & quality.
ABuilt to state, local or regional code where the home will be located. System-built homes are transported to sites and installed.
AOn the surface, modular homes may seem very similar to those known as “H.U.D. Code” homes. There are, however, distinct differences between the two types of housing.
The primary difference is that H.U.D. Code homes are built to the federal H.U.D. code. This code encompasses all states of the United States and the homes are subject to federal inspection and approval. H.U.D. Code homes can only be single family residences. Modular buildings, however are built using the same building codes that are recognized by local building jurisdictions.
On the other hand, modular units are built to the building codes that have jurisdiction for the particular state in which the modular unit is destined. For example, in some Southern states, the International Building Code (IBC) is enforced. Therefore, the modular buildings constructed for these states must comply with this code. It is important to note that these are the same codes utilized by the Contractors who site build their structures. Modular construction (unlike H.U.D.) includes occupancies other than Residential (IE: Assembly, Educational, Mercantile, Business.).
It is also important to note that Modular construction is not categorized by Windzones as is done for H.U.D. code construction. Instead, modular construction is produced according to specific windspeeds.
The actual required windspeed for an area should be obtained from the local building official prior to construction. Horton Industries currently builds it's modulars to a maximum windspeed of 130 mph (Using IBC guidelines).
AOur 27' wide homes offer roof pitches of 2 1/4:12, 3:12, 4:12, 5:12, 7:12 and 9:12. Our "Cape Cod" model has a 9:12 pitch. Be sure to check with your retailer for availability and optional roof pitch pricing.
AModulars can be built so that the transport chassis (frame) will remain as an integral part of the floor system or it can be removed and the home placed on a perimeter foundation. Some states (ie: Georgia) require that single family homes be lifted from their chassis thus making them "off frame" modulars. It is important to check with the local building official prior to ordering your building to verify any requirements they may have regarding "on frame" and "off frame" modulars.
AAbsolutely. The process starts by reviewing our 70+ plans to find the kind of home you want. The number of bedrooms, bathrooms and square feet can be used as the basis of the search and then the customization begins. We are able to alter many plans to fit the site to utilize the natural surroundings. We have switched the kitchen on some homes to the other side of the design to have it on the back of the home.
AOf course. We have a number of suppliers that you will be able to select almost everything from the hardwood floors to the crown mouldings. Custom Made Easy is our pledge and commitment to you.
AModules are the sections that make up the complete home. Typically homes require two or four modules but we have built homes with eight! The modules are delivered to the site and connected like large puzzle pieces. Each piece is connected to create the complete home. Even though they are sections you won’t be able to tell where they were joined after the final finishing process of the home on site. Once the modules are delivered the home can be completed and ready for move-in in as little as two days.
AYES! The homes are able to be completed faster because we have everything taken care of before the home goes into production. The plans are set, materials are taken care of and the crew is always ready to go. Building in the factory allows us to work year-round and not have to wait for Mother Nature to allow us to build. Homes can be completed in terms of days rather than months with stick-building.
AOf course. We make sure that our homes are built the highest standards and comply with the local building codes. Every home must pass the same requirements as a stick-built home. We go the extra step and make sure our homes are inspected 300 times during the build so everything is the best it can be.
AMost of our homes are delivered 80% completed with the remaining finishing touches done when the home is on site. Though we are able to deliver a home 100% complete if you want.
AOur homes qualify for all mortgage programs. The same mortgage rules and regulations apply to purchasing a Nationwide Custom Home as to a site-built home. Assistance is also available in helping you to determine the financial program that best fits your needs.
