Taken from company’s website, “Sun Building Systems is a well-known and respected company. Having built more than 25,000 homes in the last 30 years, Sun has consistently maintained a policy of continuous improvement and innovative design. The company stresses high quality in-plant construction and provides onsite assistance for the builder until the units are completely erected. This combination insures complete job quality and on time completion.
All of our homes are built with the highest level of quality and craftsmanship. The construction in progress in the factory is protected from wear; warping and damage caused by elements and the framing of floors, walls and roof assemblies are done with precision instruments and steel fixtures. Our factory-squared panels assure plumb walls with windows and doors that fit and open precisely, and we use brand name building materials in construction. We incorporate a wide variety of panelized components, like porches, dormers and bay windows, adding to the architectural appeal of the building. Sun products are built with quality, name-brand materials by a highly skilled work force.”
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Home Book Resources Popular Buying Guides for
Modular Homebuyers
When trying to select a modular home the
first place to start is at the factory level. Knowing which factories
deliver to your area is the first step in understanding your options.
The second and most important step is determining how the factories
compare to each other in the areas of: Quality Construction,
Design/Style, Appraised Value and Price.
The manufactured housing industry has made some serious
improvements in recent years regarding quality construction and
residential appeal. With modern day technology and assembly line
techniques, the industry is overcoming the misconception that
manufactured homes are poorly built and don’t measure up to stick-built
homes.
Knowing your financing options is the first step to
securing a good deal. We have spoken with hundreds of modular home
lenders and Mr. Eaton the author has gone through the process himself.
Learn from his insight and you can avoid some common mistakes people
make when financing their home.
On average 80% of homebuyers pay too much for their
modular home. Not surprising with all the choices one must make from
negotiating with your builder to purchasing property and
site-improvements. This resource will reveal important negotiating
secrets and dealer profit margins that will give you an edge when
negotiating with your builder.
Most modular home builders have display models for
potential home buyers to walk through. These models are professionally
decorated to impress buyers with elaborate decorations, elegant
furniture and dazzling floorplans. Aesthetics are important but would
you purchase a modular home based on looks and compromise structural
integrity? Don’t be fooled by appearances and miss what really matters;
“Quality Construction.”
Systems Built Home The factory built housing idea is not new. Sears Roebuck offered a prefabricated modern home in their spring 1908 general catalog, which was shipped by train. Sears sold around 100000 of these homes from 1908 to 1939. The use of production line techniques really kicked into high gear after World War II and made a sizable contribution to reducing the housing shortage at that time.
Modular Construction Facts Manufacturers are located to make the most efficient use of transportation, materials and labor. Therefore, the houses can be built better and more efficiently and more economically. Also, there is less waste and none of the theft, vandalism and weather damage common with stick-built construction. After delivery to the site, all factory-built housing can be assembled, closed in and occupied in a matter of days or weeks.
Modular Homes Utah If you’ are planning on placing your home on a basement you will need to order your manufactured home basement ready” or “foundation ready”. Basements can be complicated, talk with the engineers at the manufacturer and work closely with them. A general contractor who has had experience installing basements under manufactured homes is a must. Your sales center should have names of qualified contractors in your area. Every basement is different and will usually require an engineer drawing.
