Question 1

What is an off-site built modular home?

Accepted Answer

A modular home is built in a climate-controlled environment to the same state and local building code requirements as a site-built home, and it's inspected by both state and independent third-party inspectors along the way. Once complete, it's shipped to your site, set by a qualified crew, and finished by Residential Builders and our subcontractors. Once finished, it's indistinguishable from a home built entirely on-site.

Question 2

What's the difference between a modular home and a manufactured (mobile) home?

Accepted Answer

It comes down to the building code. A modular home is built to the same state and local residential building codes as a site-built home. A manufactured home, sometimes called a mobile home, is built to the federal HUD Code and typically sits on a permanent steel chassis. A Residential Builders modular home is set on a standard foundation and built to the same codes as the house next door.

Question 3

Why should I build my home with Residential Builders?

Accepted Answer

We're dedicated to building friendships, not just customers. That means a commitment to quality, speed, and value on every project, and a team that treats your home like it's our own.

Question 4

How are modular homes built?

Accepted Answer

Every home starts with a design phase using computer-aided drafting, then moves through a factory assembly-line process with quality control checks at every stage, plus independent third-party inspections before it ever leaves the plant.

Question 5

Are Residential Builders modular homes energy efficient?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our homes feature 2"x6" exterior walls with R-21 insulation, R-38 ceiling insulation, warm-edge low-E windows, and insulated exterior doors. Optional upgrades include geothermal heating and cooling and a fluorescent lighting package that meets ENERGY STAR requirements.

Question 6

I hear a lot about green building. Are modular homes "green"?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Factory construction produces less waste, less site disturbance, and a tighter, more energy-efficient structure than a typical site-built home, all core principles of green building.

Question 7

Can I design my own floor plan?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. Choose from hundreds of customizable plans, work with our team on a custom design, or bring your own plan to the table.

Question 8

Are modular home floor plans generic, or can I customize them?

Accepted Answer

Every plan in our collection is a starting point, not a fixed blueprint. You can adjust room sizes, add square footage, or reconfigure a layout to fit your lot and your lifestyle, or bring your own design and we'll help you build it.

Question 9

What does the price include?

Accepted Answer

Our homes are priced to be 100% complete and ready to move in, though some customers prefer to purchase certain items, like appliances, on their own.

Question 10

Do I have to hire my own contractors?

Accepted Answer

No. We offer turnkey construction, including excavation, foundation, well or septic, garage, porch, and permits. You will need to water your own lawn after we're finished.

Question 11

Can I do some of the work myself?

Accepted Answer

In some cases, yes. If you have relevant experience, we can design a package that lets you act as your own general contractor for parts of the project to help reduce costs.

Question 12

How do I finance a modular home?

Accepted Answer

The same way you'd finance a site-built home. Mortgage lenders, appraisers, and insurers treat modular construction the same as site-built, and it appreciates at the same rate. You're welcome to use your own financing, or we can refer you to local lenders who know our process.

Question 13

Are Residential Builders homes covered by a warranty?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Every home comes with a full one-year limited warranty and a 10-year structural warranty, backed by a dedicated service department. Brand-name components carry their own manufacturer warranties as well.

Question 14

What kind of foundation do I need for my modular home?

Accepted Answer

Just like a site-built home, you have options: full basement, crawlspace, or piers, which work well in flood-prone areas. Our team can help you choose the right foundation for your site and your plan.

Question 15

How long does it take to build a modular home?

Accepted Answer

Exact timelines vary by plan, site conditions, and time of year, but most Residential Builders homes are ready for move-in in about half the time of a comparable site-built home.

Question 16

What area do you serve?

Accepted Answer

We serve Baltimore County as well as North Anne Arundel, Carroll, Harford, and Howard Counties.

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