Pennsylvannia Factory Tour:
See a Manufactured Home Being Built.

There are 2 types of factory-built homes: Modular Homes and Manufactured Homes.

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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 local contractors.
  • Local building inspectors check to make sure a modular home's 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 have many more style options than in the past.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Segments 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 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 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 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 linolium where needed and installing the various components that are prepared at stations througout the factory. The interior assembly begins by laying linoleum where needed and installing the various components that are prepared at stations throughout the factory.
 The intereior walls are constructed using jigs and then set in place to create the home's rooms. 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. 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. 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 lowerd into place over the ceiling panels. 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. 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 contrinues to progress on the roof, carpenters work below installing windows, door and weather barriers . 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 Facia application is also finished off as the home reaches the final leg of its journey. 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 sidiing. 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. 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 platerer. 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. 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. 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. 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.


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The information contained within this web site is believed to be true and correct as of the last update on 07/02/2009. The models, pricing, & specific information are expected to change as we update & improve here at Riverview Homes. Please call in advance to ensure a specific model is still on display for your viewing pleasure.

Areas in Western Pennsylvania served by Riverview Homes Inc, Quality Manufactured Homes

Vandergrift, PA Factory-Built Homes Sales Center - Armstrong County, Westmoreland County, Kiski Valley, Alle-Kiski Valley, Route 66, Route 56, Vandergrift, Apollo, Leechburg, Kittanning, Ford City, Freeport, Lower Burrell, Russelton, Pittsburgh Mills, Tarentum, New Kensington. 

Apollo, PA Factory-Built Homes Sales Center - Kiski Valley, Alle-Kiski Valley, Route 56, Punxsutawney, Smicksburg, Vandergrift, Avonmore, Delmont, Dayton, Route 66, Apollo, Indiana, Murrysville, Marion Center, Ebensburg, Rural Valley, Kittanning, Shelocta, Elderton, Armstrong County, Indiana County. 

Clarion, PA Factory-Built Homes Sales Center - Shippenville, Clarion, Clarion County, New Bethlehem, Sandy Lake, Pymatuning, Oil City, Distant, Redbank Valley, Tionesta, Franklin, Leeper, Cook Forest, Emlenton, Marienville, Knox, Brookville, Punxsutawney, Venango County, Jefferson County, National Forest, Forest County, Interstate 80, Route 66, Route 322.

Butler, PA Factory-Built Homes Sales Center - Butler County, Venango County, Butler, Grove City, Slippery Rock, Harrisville, Franklin, Forestville, Butler, Route 8, Route 422, Route 308, Route 68. 

Prospect, PA Factory-Built Homes Sales Center - Butler, Prospect, Butler County, Lawrence County, New Castle, Zelienople, Cranberry Twp, Moraine State Park, McConnell's Mills State Park, Route 422, Route 488, Route 528, Interstate 79, Portersville, Beaver County, Elwood City, Evans City. 

New Alexandria, PA Factory-Built Homes Sales Center - Portage, Blairsville, Derry, Punxsutawney, Latrobe, Delmont, Murrysville, Monroeville, Holidaysburg, Duncansville, Crabtree, Keystone State Park, Saltsburg, Forbes Road, New Alexandria, Homer City, Westmoreland County, Indiana County, Blair County, Route 22, Route 119, Route 819, Route 981, Route 982, Ebensburg, Johnstown, Indiana, Altoona, Ligonier, Homer City, Brush Valley.

Greensburg, PA Factory-Built Homes Sales Center - Ligonier, Irwin, Fayette County, Jeannette, Latrobe, Greensburg, Youngwood, New Stanton, Westmoreland County, Donegal, Somerset, Somerset County, Route 119, Interstate 76, Interstate 70, Route 66, Connellsville, Ruffsdale, Scottdale, Route 711, Route 30, Route 130, Route 819.

Greene County, PA Factory-Built Homes Sales Center - Greene County, Washington County, Carmichaels, Waynesburg, McClellandtown, Masontown, Uniontown, Connellsville, Fayette County, Morgantown WV, Nemacolin, Fairchance, Falling Water, Point Marion, Washington, Claysville, Greensboro, Route 21, Interstate 79, Route 119, Route 88.