Modular Housing Advantages

Modular prefabricated houses are being hailed as the ‘homes of the future, and a possible solution to resolving the housing crisis that is now plaguing many local Councils in Australia.

Prefabricated homes aren’t a new invention. In fact, they’ve been around since the 17th century. Simple timber cottages were built in England then shipped out to new colonies, such as the United States in the 1600s and Australia in the 1800s, where they were assembled ready for habitation. However, the pre-fab home industry has come a long way since then, and the prefabricated homes now available are often designed by architects, using the latest, high-quality, eco-friendly tools and materials, creating convenient and affordable spaces for the modern-day homeowner.

1.Energy Efficiency

Let’s take a look at the advantages in more detail:

One of the benefits of prefab homes is that they tend to be highly energy efficient. Their tight seams and state-of-the-art windows keep heat in and help reduce your energy bills in the process.

2. Shorter build times

Modular construction typically offers time savings of up to 50% over traditional construction. 90% of the build is done off-site. This allows site development and foundations to be completed at the same time as the house is being built

3. Great for Remote Locations

For those people living in remote areas, prebuilt homes are a good option because they are built-in one central location then delivered to the site, thus removing the difficulty in finding contractors willing to travel a long distance to build a house.

4. Sustainability

Since modular homes are constructed in one central location, the process itself has a few sustainability advantages built-in, such as:

• Fewer material deliveries

• Less transportation

• A reduction in waste and pollutants

• Fewer losses and misplacements

Modular Housing Advantages Summary

There’s no denying that modular housing comes with a wide assortment of benefits. From saving energy to sheer building speed, there are several reasons to consider modular over traditional homes. At the end of the day, it depends on your specific needs.