Green building practices are nothing new to the modular home business. Home that are constructed in a factory have some natural advantages over traditional built homes. Modular home construction allows for energy efficiency, reduced waste, and an increase in recycled materials. Listed below are a few of the characteristics that make modular home building the greener choice.
Reduction of waste: The controlled environment of a factory allows the builder to be very precise with material planning and use. This means that there are very little leftover materials once the home is built. Because construction is ongoing in these facilities, any leftover material from one house can be used to build the next house.
Homes that are built in a controlled environment are protected from weather, theft, and vandalism. Traditional home building leaves your materials vulnerable to the elements and criminals who may steal or destroy your work. Protecting your materials is ideal for reducing waste and the expense of replacing them. Less waste is ideal for greener building because it means there will be less to dispose of in our already overcrowded landfills.
Reduction of fuel use: Building a home in a factory setting saves fuel, which is crucial to lessening our impact on our environment. Equipment does not need to be transported out to a work site each day as with traditional homes. Materials can be bought in bulk to reduce fossil fuels expelled from shipping. Your employees will lessen their carbon imprint by driving to the factory each day rather than traveling to various sites throughout the city.
Strong construction: Modular homes must be built to withstand transport and setup at the home site. This results in very solid construction that can withstand many natural disasters, including strong winds. High quality construction cannot only save lives, it saves material costs and prevents waste.
Energy-efficient amenities: Modular homes offer effective insulation and tight construction that makes them ideal for saving energy and reducing costs. Energy Star® certification is available for homes that are more energy efficient in its heating, cooling, and water heating than a comparable standard code home.
Green building is not only good for our planet, it can save consumers money in the long run. Homeowners can save hundreds of dollars each year with energy efficient building and appliances. Many federal and state agencies offer financial incentives to promote efficient construction. Tax credits and rate discounts are being offered to consumers who choose energy efficient homes, including modular. Speak with your local modular home manufacturer to find out more.
When you build modular, you have peace of mind knowing that your home was constructed with green building practices. It is possible to have the home of your dreams while saving money on energy costs and reducing your impact on our planet.
