See a Manufactured Home Being Built.

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What Are Modular Homes?

• Modular homes are built in sections at a factory.
• Pennsylvania Modular homes are built to conform to all state, local or regional building codes at their destinations.
• Sections are transported to the building site on truck beds, then joined together by a builder like Riverview Homes.
• Local building inspectors check to make sure a Modular Homes' structure meets requirements and that all finish work is done properly.

What Are Manufactured Homes?

• Manufactured homes used to be called mobile homes or trailers, but now are built to a rigid building code and offer many more options.
• Manufactured houses are built in a factory.
  
• They conform to a the HUD code, a Federal building code, rather than to state, local or regional building codes where they will be placed.
• Each and every home is inspected by HUD inspectors before they leave the factory.
  
• Manufactured homes are built on a non-removable steel chassis.
• Sections are transported to the building site on their own wheels.
• Multi-part manufactured units are joined at their destination.
• Homes are not always placed on a permanent foundation.
• Building inspectors check the work done locally (electric hook up, etc.) but are not required to approve the structure.

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	The process starts with a custom fabricated steel frame.
	The flooring system is also being assembled using construction adhesive and heat-set nails on a jig to assure squareness.
	The frame is then attached to the flooring system and fitted with heating ducts and insulation. The entire assembly is then flipped over before moving to the next station.
	The interior assembly begins by laying linoleum where needed and installing the various components that are prepared at stations throughout the factory.
	The interior walls are constructed using jigs and then set in place to create the home's rooms.
	With all major interior work complete, the exterior walls are moved into position and securely fastened. Roughing in of the wiring and plumbing is then completed.
	While work continues, the roof system is assembled using a compound jig that ensures a solid and weather-tight surface.
	With roughing in complete, insulation has been installed in the walls. The roof assembly is then lowered into place over the ceiling panels.
	With the ceiling panels securely fastened to the roof, the entire assembly is tied into the side walls. The roof is then insulated and toped with sheeting.
	As work continues to progress on the roof, carpenters work below installing windows, door and weather barriers .
	The exterior is then finished off with high quality vinyl siding. Trim work and Soffit and Fascia application is also finished off as the home reaches the final leg of its journey.
	With the roof system closed up, workers quickly apply tar paper and fiberglass shingles that are color coordinated with the home's siding.
	Finish carpenters work diligently to put the final touches to cabinets, counters and other interior details.
	Before installing trim, unfinished drywall panels are given a smooth finish by an expert plasterer.
	After a layer of padding, wall-to-wall carpeting is stretched and secured with tack strips at the walls.
	The last step is finishing the details that give the home its charm.
	To ensure a safe, comfortable and quality home it undergoes a close inspection. All electrical, plumbing and construction problems are identified and corrected before the home gets the final seal from the government.