Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the difference
between a Site built, Modular and Manufactured home?
A: Site built homes are built from the ground up, Modular homes are
built in modules at a factory and Manufactured homes are built in
sections at a
factory.
Q: What is the difference between a Modular
and Manufatured home?
A: The modules are delivered to the home site on truck beds and then
join together on the home site. Manufactured homes are built on a
non-removable steel chassis with sections delivered to the home site and
the multi part units joined together.
Q: How can I be sure the home construction
is sound?
A: Site Built and Modular homes are built to all state, local or
regional codes where the home is located. Local building inspectors
check to make sure the structure meets requirements and that finish work
is done properly. Manufactured homes are built to conform to a Federal
building code, called the HUD code. Building inspectors check the
work done locally (electrical hook up, plumbing, A/C, etc.)
Q: What about the home costs?
A: Modular homes are sometimes less expensive per square foot
than site built homes. Manufactured housing is generally less
expensive than site built and modular homes.
Q: What is a manufactured home?
A: Each home comforms to the US government's Manufactured Home
Construction and Safety Standards (HUD code). Each home or segment
of a home is labeled with a red tag that is the manufacturer's guarantee
the home was built to conform to HUD code.
Q: Where can I find my manufactrured home's
build date and origin?
A: Look for the data plate located inside your home, usually on or near
the main electrical panel. The data plate offers information about
the home's heating, cooling, other appliances and components. The data
plate also shows you the wind zone and snow load for which the home was
built.
Q: Who will finance my manyfactured home?
A: Many lenders will grant a conventional mortgage for manufactured
homes. Manufactured homes are eligible for FHA and VA home loans. Many
manufactured homes are financed with a retail installment contract
available through Baird Financial Services.
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- Telephone
- 812-883-1141 ~ 800-786-7966
Chad, Roddy or Caleb are ready to help guide you through the home ownership process.
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