Anne and I knew we would choose a sustainable way to build a home. The energy used and waste generated by typical stick built homes was unacceptable. Additionally, projects on Orcas Island tend to get drawn out over long durations, subjecting delicate parts of the building to the elements.
In modular construction, much of the building is done in controlled environments in a factory. Not only is the building protected from the elements, but work is easier because jigs are used to ensure level and square construction. It’s also remarkable how quickly the modules can be built in a factory.
The modular style we chose creates sections of the home and installs sheet rock, cabinets, windows, some floors, and some siding in the factory. The bonus is that the home is built stronger in order to sustain travel.
To this day, I still believe that it will also be cheaper to build a modular home due to the timeframe of the build and process for the decisions.
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