Pennsylvania Modular Homes:
Quality, Efficiency, and Savings
Pennsylvania Modular Homes:
Quality, Efficiency, and Savings
Why Modular Homes?
Experience superior control, quality, and speed with modular home construction. Built in a climate-controlled facility, modular homes eliminate weather delays, reduce material waste, and ensure consistent, high-quality results. And with additional structural support for transportation, they often exceed site-built standards.
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The Advantages of Modular Construction
Speed and Cost Savings
Prices up to 15% lower than site-built homes.
30-50% faster construction time, reducing interest on loans.
Precision technology halves the waste of typical site-built homes.
Environmental Benefits
Reduced material waste focusing on Reuse, Recycle, Repurpose.
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Reduced site risks like weather damage, theft, and vandalism.
Durability and Strength
Built to withstand transportation and foundation lifting.
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Highly dependable timelines ensure faster completion.
The Ritz-Craft Advantage
Experience and Quality
Leading in the modular housing industry since 1954.
Climate-controlled construction ensures high-quality materials.
Experienced employees and rigorous inspections maintain consistent quality.
Cost and Energy Efficiency
Reduced building time lowers interest payments.
Energy Star® partner offering energy-efficient methods and materials.
Customer Service
One-year limited warranty and 10-year structural warranty.
Separate manufacturer warranties for many brand-name components.
Dispelling Modular Myths
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Myth: All factory-built homes are manufactured homes.​​​
Modular homes follow IRC codes and local requirements, unlike manufactured homes.
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Myth: Factories use cheap materials. ​​​
​​​Modular homes use the same or better brand-name materials as site-built homes.
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Myth: Immediate move-in is possible. ​​
​​Modular homes are 85% complete when delivered, with additional on-site work required.
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#4.
Myth: Mortgages are not available for modular homes.
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​Construction loans are required, and Designer Homes can help with financing options.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How much do modular homes cost vs. site-built?Modular homes offer savings through bulk material purchases and faster construction timelines.
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Is a modular home the same quality as a site-built home?Yes, often better due to stringent factory quality control and structural requirements for transportation.
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Are modular home plans generic?No, modular homes are fully customizable with options to provide your own plans.
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Do you provide Energy Star Compliance?Yes, Energy Star Compliant homes are available, exceeding EPA standards.
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Do I need a specific foundation?The type of foundation depends on your preference, including full basement, crawlspace, piers, or raised slab.
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Do your modular homes come with a warranty?Yes, Ritz-Craft offers a 10-year structural warranty, and Designer Homes offers additional warranties.
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Are modular homes approved for my area?Yes, modular homes comply with all local building codes and are built to the same standards as site-built homes.
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Will my home be built to my local building codes?Absolutely, every home is inspected to ensure it meets or exceeds local building codes.