If you’re in the market for a new home, a modular home is a great way to get even more home for your money. Conventional construction is slow and expensive. Prefab homes delivered and setup are literally the exact same construction for up to 15% less money. And unlike most site built homes, there are modular homes ready for delivery that you can tour, and see for yourself the kind of quality and craftsmanship you can expect, BEFORE you build it for yourself. Ask The Right Questions First If you are interested in modular homes delivered to your property, the first logical step would be to star ..read more

Design Your Home For Light Everyone wants more natural light in their home and Next Modular understands this. That’s why most of our modular home floor plans come standard with lots of windows. So how do you make the most of your modular home layouts available light? That is the subject of this post.  Modular home layouts vary a lot (even without customization) but it is typical among manufactured homes floor plans to have more windows and sliding glass doors on one side of the house. That being the case, you should try and consider this when planning where your house will sit on your pro ..read more

Modular homes, or “prefab homes,” are a great way to build a new home and save up to 15%! Many modular home builders will offer general contractor services to go with the purchase of your home. The purpose of the general contractor is to do all of the site prep, running of utilities, foundation, and installation of the final assembly. Modular home builders must also supervise the lot preparation, contract a crane service and prepare the area from where the crane can operate. At Next Modular we call that our “Turn Key Service” and with that you don’t have to worry about any of those details. W ..read more

Modular homes, or “prefab homes,” are a great way to build a new home and save up to 15%! Many modular home builders will offer general contractor services to go with the purchase of your home. The purpose of the general contractor is to do all of the site prep, running of utilities, foundation, and installation of the final assembly. Modular home builders must also supervise the lot preparation, contract a crane service and prepare the area from where the crane can operate. At Next Modular we call that our “Turn Key Service” and with that you don’t have to worry about any of those details. W ..read more

The impact of COVID-19 on the housing market has been astronomic. With limited availability and skyrocketing prices, first-time homebuyers are having a hard time finding a house within their budget. Tuition bills, living expenses, and other costs also factor into this decision. Due to the high demand for housing, potential homebuyers have been turning to alternate methods of purchasing a home, and this has greatly affected the modular home market. Here’s what you need to know. Are Modular Homes Becoming More Popular? Modular home construction has taken off in 2020-2021. Far more modular homes ..read more

Modular homes are an affordable and easy way to ensure you get a home suited to you. Much like any house your modular home needs to meet the building requirements of the area that you live in. Inspections during the construction process will help make certain your home is ready for you as soon as possible. So how are modular homes inspected and what do the inspections look for? Here’s a quick list! State Review of Modular Home Plans Your modular home’s blueprints have to be reviewed and approved by your state before the factory can begin building it. This process is handled automatically by th ..read more

With the housing shortage due to the recent pandemic, many people have turned to affordable housing alternatives. Of all these options none does their job quite as well as modular housing. If you don’t know much about the topic it’s difficult to tell if a home is modular or not. Thankfully, there are the traits of a modular home and what makes it so popular compared to other housing options. How can you tell if a home is modular? Here’s what you need to know. What Makes a Home Modular? Simply put, a modular home is made off-site, typically in a warehouse, and then transferred to its permanent ..read more

Whether you’re looking to buy or build a house if you’ve been in the home market recently you may have noticed a large increase in the cost of building materials. This is due to a variety of factors that have made buying a home both unappealing and unaffordable. So why the sudden increase in cost and will it ever come back down? What are some good alternatives if you need a home? Let’s find out! Why Building Materials Are More Expensive The cost of building materials has gone up steadily over the last few years, but recently there has been a large increase in lumber prices that can be attribut ..read more

Due to the recent pandemic, you may have found yourself constantly stuck at home. Because of this, many people have started to reconsider certain aspects of their house. Open floor plans have been popular for a while, but now they might be turning into a thing of the past. So why the sudden change? Here are a few reasons why an open floor plan may not be ideal for you. When Did Open Floor Plans Become Popular? Back in the 1950s, open floor plans appeared with a certain degree of regularity and their popularity only went up from there. This is because the open space was considered more intimate ..read more

Your basement is a key part of your house but deciding what to do with it after it is finished can be difficult. There are many uses for a basement, and deciding which one will benefit you the most is important. When designing a purpose for your finished basement you should consider your needs, your budget, and your hobbies. However, if you’re struggling to make a decision, here are some great ideas for your finished basement! Decorate Your Basement Decorating your basement may seem like a small thing but it can have a large impact on the functionality and aesthetic of your home. Because of ho ..read more