We sell Minnesota-built Modular and Manufactured Homes and Wisconsin-built custom Modular Homes.
Use this modular vs. manufactured guide to help determine which type of home most fits your housing needs. Many of our floor plans can be built as Modular or Manufactured Homes. Questions? Contact us today!
The differences between modular and manufactured homes:
| Modular Homes | Manufactured Homes |
|---|---|
| Also known as singlewide, doublewide, sectionals, or mobile homes. | Built according to State Construction Standards Act of 1976, or Housing & Urban Development (HUD) code. Displays certification label on each section of home. |
| Modular Homes are constructed to the same state, local, or regional building codes as a site-built home. | Built according to State Construction Standards Act of 1976, or the Housing & Urban Development (HUD) code. Displays certification label on each section of home. |
| Built specifically for a basement or crawl space for placement on personal property | Installed on frost piers, engineered slabs, or basements. Can be installed on personal property or rented/leased property such as mobile home parks or communities. |
| Built in a controlled environment where no moisture touches the structure until completed. | Built in a controlled environment where no moisture touches the structure until completed. |
| Many styles to choose from such as; rambler, multi-level, cape cod, lofts, 2 story homes. | Many sizes and styles to choose from such as; single section, double section or triple section, but can only be one level. |
| Modular Home pricing includes home delivery, home installation onto foundation, main floor drywall, carpet, trim and siding completion. On-site construction such as excavation, foundation, plumbing & heating, septic, well, electrical, etc. are not included in the home price. Turn-key pricing may be available dependent on delivery location. | Self-contained home with a furnace, water heater, ducts & plumbing all on the main floor. New Manufactured Home pricing includes home delivery (additional delivery charges may apply beyond 100 mi radius), pier foundation, installation, home interior & exterior completion, air conditioner, and skirting. On-site construction services such as permit / inspection fees, utility connections and excavation are not included. |
| Usually less expensive per square footage than a site built home with the same longevity as its site-built counterpart, increasing in value over time. | Generally, less expensive than modular homes. Affordable housing option. |
| Financing is obtained the same as new construction / site built home, through a mortgage lender with the same interest rates. | Financing is obtained through a personal property loan or land/home package. Your personal bank may be able to help you or a lender specific to manufactured homes such as Triad Financial Services or 21st Mortgage Corporation. |
We offer the following Modular Home Brands:
We offer the following Manufactured Home Brands:
