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Bob Vila Explains Why Modular Homes Make Sense
Factory-built homes offer all the amenities of traditionally built homes, often at reduced cost and increased quality.
Modular homes are like the hybrid car of the house-building industry. They save money, they make sense, but they haven't caught on yet. General misconceptions keep many from considering going modular, and the confusion between modular homes and manufactured (mobile) homes has led to regulations and restrictions being placed by towns that have new home builders scared into going the traditional route.
But the word is getting out. It turns out modular homes are in many ways superior to stick-built homes, and, once assembled, cannot be distinguished from their traditionally built counterpart.
Presidents Hall of Fame
Owners and Operators of Foothills Homes, Steve Mode and Roger Hornback have both received the honor and recognition of being inducted into R-Anell's Presidents Hall of Fame.
Additionally, Foothills Homes has been chosen repeatedly by their manufacturer, R-Anell Housing Group Gold Medal of Cherryville, NC as their number one home center.
"Now more than ever," says Roger Hornback of Foothills Homes, "the value of modular home construction is being realized. Quality structure and energy effecientcy, along with a lower price point than conventional building is what makes our customers happy home owners."
Did You Know
Did You Know Foothills Homes is a Licensed General Contractor in North & South Carolina?
Meeting the stringent requirements of being licensed in NC and SC demonstrates a commitment to quality and our customers confidence. With that said, clearly, we will be here with superior service long after the sale.
As many first-time homeowners are discovering, purchasing a new residence can be a far more prudent investment than a costly home improvement project to an aging structure, pre-existing on the market.
In either case, Foothills recommends that consumers take time and care in planning before choosing their contractor, this will surely help prevent major frustration and disappointment down the road, as their project moves forward.
Modular vs. Site-built? No Contest!
Custom engineering and highly specialized manufacturing provide Modular Homes with a superior advantage over Site-built homes. In particular, Modular Homes are designed to exceed local and state building code requirements. Plus, Modular Homes are assembled under the watchful scrutiny of in-house Design Architects and Quality Control Inspectors from the first nail to the very last.
Modular Homes are built inside a climate-controlled factory environment which provides the advantage of protecting building materials from adverse weather conditions and prevents construction delays due to poor weather, or "no-show" sub-contractors.
Utilizing an assembly-line approach in building Modular Housing enables a task specific work force of highly trained individuals to become experts on their portion of the construction job. This assembly-line method equals efficiency. Single dwelling homes, multi-family houses and commercial offerings can be ordered, custom built and on-site - ready for occupancy in as little as 45 to 60 days.
Need to Know More?
Contact Foothills Homes for additional information on the many advantages of modular homes and housing. Foothills Homes has been helping people achieve "The American Dream of Home Ownership," for more than 12 years. We offer quality, comfort and value in every home we build. Our expert services and custom design packages offer numerous feature and amenities to help you modify any of our existing floor plans to fit your lifestyle.
It's the High Quality Weather
Rutherford County, positioned in the foothills and valley of several mountainous areas experiences a phenomenon known as the Isothermal Effect, which causes a deep layer of stable air to blanket the region. Observing local weather patterns, newcomers quickly notice Rutherford County averages a year-round effect of ten degrees warmer in the Winter and ten degrees cooler in the Summer than the immediate surrounding areas.
Throughout the Isothermal Valley the average July temperature rises to 78°F, and the average January temperature drops to 42°F. Additionally, these weather patterns are a great benefit to the Flora and Fauna of our area which in turn enhances the over-all quality of life for residents; making Rutherford County, NC an ideal place to live, raise a family and retire to.
HGTV's Dream Home 2006 - Lake Lure, NC
When HGTV chose to build their 2006 Dream Home near beautiful Lake Lure, North Carolina those of us who live around here weren't very surprised. You see, we already knew it was one of the loveliest places on Earth to live. In fact, the team at Foothills Homes has built many houses here and we've been helping people turn those houses into homes for a good long time. So just in case you don't win HGTV's 2006 Dream Home, drop by Foothills Homes and let us show you some of our most sought after home designs and floor plans — that have made so many dreams come true.
Join Foothills Homes in Celebrating Our 15th Anniversary
As a private, locally-owned and operated company, Foothills Homes is celebrating 15 years of service, value added customer satisfaction, and the rewards of long-term relationships. On behalf of the Foothills team, we want our customers to know that we appreciate your business.
At Foothills Homes, it really is so much more than selling and constructing modular/manufactured homes. It's about making the dream of home ownership a pleasant reality. To that end, we remain committed to being competitive, striving for industry-leading customer satisfaction and strong, long-term relationships. We celebrate this milestone by extending a heart-felt "Thank You!" to all our customers.