The selection of prefabricated buildings for use as accommodation or operational company structures has become a property trend due to the perception that modular house is cost effective.
Initially, prefabricated buildings emerged as a solution for businesses with projects in remote areas. Prefab buildings were introduced to serve as temporary accommodations, office spaces, and operational structures.
Prefabricated buildings, including modular house, have become a choice for businesses due to the efficiency and flexibility they offer, which are not found in concrete structures.
As it developed, the advantages of prefabricated buildings in terms of efficiency and flexibility attracted the interest of individuals to use them as residences.
The innovation of prefabricated buildings has given rise to modular houses that function as accommodations or places of residence.
The Reasons of Modular House Is Cost Effective
What is a modular house? What makes modular houses cost-effective?
A modular house is a type of prefabricated building designed for residential purposes, utilizing sandwich panels in its construction.
Prefabricated buildings are understood as structures constructed using a construction method where their components are manufactured in factories and then assembled using cranes, forklifts, and other supporting tools.
There are several factors contributing to the cost-effectiveness of modular house.
1. The Components of Modular Houses Are Manufactured in Factories
The cost-saving factors of modular homes include the production of sandwich panels and other components in factories.
Manufacturing the components in a factory promotes the use of materials optimally, resulting in minimal waste. This also helps in reducing the expenses related to material procurement.
2. Rapid Construction and Cost Efficiency
Another cost-saving factor of modular house is the rapid construction process. The speed of constructing prefab buildings is achieved through the implementation of the knockdown system.
Applying the knockdown system to modular buildings allows for the quick disassembly and installation of structural frameworks and layered panels.
3. No Need for Construction Permits
Modular houses are classified as temporary structures, unlike permanent concrete buildings. The advantage of the temporary nature of modular homes is that they do not require construction permits or building permits (IMB) to establish these prefab structures.
In contrast, concrete buildings require permit processing. In other words, there are no permit-related costs at all for owning a prefab building, especially modular homes.
4. Optimal Use of Materials
Usually, building a conventional house requires a considerable amount of prepared materials. However, these materials are often not entirely used, leaving a significant amount unused.
In contrast, the production of modular home components in factories results in minimal waste material.
This means that the quantity of materials used to construct modular homes is carefully calculated to minimize leftover unused materials.
5. Flexible Due to Ease of Relocation and Expansion
The structure or framework of modular homes adopts the structure of shipping containers. Additionally, corner casting and forklift pockets are retained as features to facilitate the transportation and movement of modular homes, whether using cranes or forklifts.
Types of Prefabricated Buildings Besides Modular
The development of prefabricated buildings has led to several types of structures, including modular buildings, light gauge steel (LGS) structures, flat pack buildings, and steel frame structures. Each type of prefabricated building has its own distinct characteristics.
1. Light Gauge Steel (LGS)
Light Gauge Steel (LGS) is a type of prefabricated building constructed using lightweight steel construction.
2. Flat Pack
Flat pack is a type of prefabricated building constructed by assembling panels.
3. Steel Frame
Steel frame is a type of prefabricated building that has a steel-based construction.
4. Modular
Modular is a type of prefabricated building assembled by arranging panel-based modules.
Examples of Innovative Modular Prefabricated Homes
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