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Experiencing a Stratford Homes Build – The West’s Story

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Stratford Homes Tour - Kara & Abel

Did you know that when you purchase a Stratford Home or Schult Home that you can tour it as it is built in the factory? You can! Abel and Kara West did just that earlier this year.

Building a Stratford Home

Abel and Kara visited Stratford Homes in Stratford, WI while their new two-story modular home was being built. They were able to tour and see the production process. A typical Stratford Homes modular home is built in 12 days and 14 homes are normally in process at once. This provided Abel and Kara a window of time for their visit and allowed them a peek into what their finished home will look like once they arrived.

Thank you Excelsior Homes West!! Such a fun experience.

-Abel West

This is an exciting adventure for the Darwin, MN couple. They previously lived in a manufactured home that they purchased from Excelsior Homes a number of years ago, which they’re trading in towards their new home. Abel and Kara live on a family farm and are excited to upgrade to a Stratford Modular Home that will be customized to their style.

Take a Tour with Abel and Kara

Experience a bit of what Abel and Kara saw while on the tour of their new Stratford home build.

Thank you to Abel and Kara for sharing this experience with us. We’re excited to finalize their new Stratford Home and get them all settled. Watch for a follow-up story after they  move-in to their new home!

Interested in your very own home Stratford Modular Home? 

Contact Excelsior Homes today! 

 

Modular Home Myth vs. Fact

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Modular Home Myth, Schult Berkshire Modular

There are many misconceptions about modular homes. We’d like to share facts and eliminate that modular home myth that you are thinking about.

Modular Home Myths

Myth = Modular homes are the same as a manufactured or mobile homes. 

False. This is probably the most common area of confusion, so we created a comparison of modular and manufactured (mobile) homes. Modular and manufactured homes are built to different building codes, have different foundation requirements and have a wide variety of style differences.

Myth = We can’t have a basement if we buy a modular home. 

False. Modular homes are built specifically to be placed on a basement or crawl space foundation, also known as perimeter permanent foundation. This foundation must meet or exceed all local and state building codes. 

Myth = Modular homes all look the same. My home won’t have anything unique.

False. Any size home is available. Typically, our homes are built in 14’ wide sections but we can also build them anywhere from 12’ to 16’ wide sections. This means that we can build up to a 30’ wide double section home. We can also build homes with multiple sections – 3, 4, 5, 6, etc. In terms of square footage, our homes range from 400 sq. ft to 10,000 sq. ft. Bring us or send us your plans today. You name your style: Rambler, Ranch, 2-Story, Cape Cod, Lofts, Chalet, Cabins, Split Level, Split Foyer, Farm Style. You name it, we’ll build it!

Modular Home Myth, Schult Berkshire Modular

Quality Built Schult Modular Home

Myth = Modular homes aren’t built with quality in mind. They won’t last long. 

False. We work with reputable home builders that focus on quality, Schult Homes, Clayton Homes, Stratford Homes and Dynamic Homes. Not only do we sell modular homes, but we live in modular homes and have for many years. The quality and style meets our standards!

Myth = Modular homes are always one level. I want a two-story home.

False. We have an entire section on our website dedicated to multi-level modular homes. Take a look there are many options available. 

Have more questions about modular homes? 

Let’s Talk!

New Lifestyle Series Manufactured Homes Now Available

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Are you looking for an affordable manufactured home option? You’re not the only one. Clayton Homes listened to your feedback and created a new home series – Clayton Redwood Falls – Lifestyle, a new series built at Schult Redwood Falls. The Lifestyle Series Homes have a single section home and two double section homes available to choose from.

Lifestyle 207 kitchen

Lifestyle Series Kitchen

Lifestyle Series Home Features

The new Lifestyle series homes are an affordable option with a modern look to fit your lifestyle. They are built with integrity and customer satisfaction in mind. All three homes come standard with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The 211 model has an option to add a fourth bedroom if desired. Each home features a master bedroom suite, which is a top request. In addition, there are many other features that interest buyers such as:

  • White Cabinets
  • Smart Thermostat
  • DuraCraft Cabinets and Trim
  • Spacious Kitchen with Island
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Single Section or Double Section Homes
  • 8′ Sidewalls
  • Accent Ship Lap Walls Available

 

Lifestyle Series Manufactured Homes 

Lifestyle Series Single Section Home

Home Models

 

Are you interested in the Lifestyle Series Manufactured Homes? Reach out to us and we’ll get you more information!

Contact Excelsior Homes

Celebrating the Holidays and Appreciating 2018

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Happy Holidays

2018 has been a busy and exciting year. Thank you to our customers, employees, friends and families that support us along the way. Without you what we do at Excelsior Homes wouldn’t be possible. Helping people find comfort in their new homes is our goal!

Happy Holidays from Excelsior Homes

Holiday Hours

As we wrap up the year we have the opportunity for extra celebrations during Christmas and New Years.  We hope your holiday season is full of joy! Excelsior Homes holiday hours are below:

  • Monday, December 24, 2018 – closed
  • Tuesday, December 25, 2018 – closed
  • Monday, December 31, 2018 – hours = 9am – 4pm
  • Tuesday, January 1, 2019 – closed

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

 

Are you interested in a modular or manufactured home? Or want to tour the model homes we have on display? Give us a call at 320-587-4990. We’ll help you find the home you need.

Contact Excelsior Homes

Excelsior Homes Earns Top Retailer Award at Schult Show

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Schult Homes Top Retailer Award 2018
Schult Homes Top Retailer Award 2018 at Schult Show

2018 Top Retailer Award

Top Retailer Awarded at 2018 Schult Show

The annual Schult Show was held on November 7, 2018. At the show Excelsior Homes received the honor of being awarded Redwood Falls Top Retailer in 2018. We are thankful for all the support from our customers that makes this possible! 

New Home Offerings Announced

Each year at the Schult Show they announce additions and changes to the homes offered. This is the part we’re always most excited about! Sometimes it is changes to features and furnishing. Styles and trends change and the manufacturer strives to stay on top of the latest and update the offering. Other times there are new models added. 

 

This year they announced a new series, Lifestyle, which is a Clayton Built, Redwood Homes. They will be offering a single section and two double section homes. These homes will be modern and affordable. Plus, they have a white cabinet option! White cabinets are a popular request at this time. 

Lifestyle Single Home Section

Lifestyle Series Single Section Home

Lifestyle Series with white cabinets

Lifestyle Series with white cabinets

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ecobee4 Thermostat

ecobee4 Thermostat

A new smart thermostat, ecobee4, is now available to provide efficient and convenient heating and cooling control for your home. 

Watch for more additions and changes! We’ll share them as they become available. Interested in the new Lifestyle homes or touring our model homes? 

Contact Excelsior Homes

Manufactured and Modular Home Buying Process

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Home Buying Process

Are you considering buying a modular or manufactured home? Congratulations – the home buying process is exciting. We know buying a new home is a large purchase and you probably have questions about what you need to do and how it will all happen. We’re here to help!

Home Buying Considerations

When you choose your home from Excelsior Homes we’ll walk you through the process. There are a few things to think about.

  • Financing/Budget – How much do you want to spend? Have you been approved for financing or are you planning to self-finance?
  • Location – Do you own land? Is it a buildable site? Are you placing your manufactured home Home Buying Processin a manufactured home community – do you have a lot reserved? Still looking for land? Consider one of these spacious lots available in Hutchinson.
  • Timeline – Do you have a date in mind for when you want to be living in your new home? Share this information with us as soon as possible, so we can help make that a reality. 
  • Selecting your home – Have you decided if you want a modular or manufactured home? Think about what kind of floor plan you’d like. Are there any design features you’d like included? Take a look at our model homes to get ideas! 

The process for buying a modular and manufactured home is fairly similar, but there are a few different things to consider. Check out the home buying process guides for each.

Modular Home Planning Guide Manufactured Home Planning Guide

Are you ready to discuss your next home?

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Working With Quality Contractors and Suppliers

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Contractors, Kaiser Family

Providing quality homes is a top priority at Excelsior Homes. To do that we have to work with others that provide quality services and product. We have Excelsior Homes crews that do a lot of the work, but there are other expert contractors and suppliers that contribute to the process that deserve credit too. 

Contractors, Kaiser Family

Hard at Work On Site

Thank You Contractors and Suppliers

These are a few of the businesses that provide major contributions in completing your modular or manufactured home from Excelsior Homes. Quality work and timely response is important to getting what you need when you want it. Thank you to each and every one of them for their help.

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