In a world where the economy and the environment are
competing for attention, modular homes make good sense. Why? For one thing, NJ modular builders
are frugal with wood, and put wasted materials to good use.
Wood, sheetrock and metal scraps are repurposed or recycled—even down to the
sawdust generated during construction. Even stick-builders are learning from
their modular competitors. According to Sami Yassa, director of the National
Resources Defense Council’s forest initiative, “There has been a very positive
change in the last 15 years in using less wood in homes generally, and modular construction
has contributed to that change.”
In addition to a measurable reduction in materials waste, NJ modular homes are
inherently more eco-friendly—since they are built with ultra-precision inside a
controlled factory. The result? Tight, well-engineered construction that saves
energy and decreases indoor air pollution.
Perhaps most importantly, Jersey Shore modular homes
are an affordable way to go green. While many other green technologies exceed
the budget of most families, modular homes cost 5 to 20 percent less than
traditional construction. This cost reduction is due to shorter construction
times, less materials waste—and fewer lost work hours due to weather changes
and subcontractor no-shows.
Reputable
NJ modular builders can help homeowners put this savings to good use, as
well, since they are versed in sustainable, LEED-certified finishing options.
Design choices like reclaimed wood flooring, solar panels and energy-efficient
windows become more affordable when building costs aren’t prohibitive.
Modular homes represented 5 percent of new construction in
2010, and environmental advocates believe that number will grow significantly
over the next decade. And, because of its budget-friendly, green approach,
schools and multi-family residences across the U.S. are beginning to embrace
the modular revolution, too.
When it’s time to build your sustainable, cost-efficient
dream home, Miller Homes can help. To schedule a consultation with our team of Jersey
Shore modular builders, call 609-296-0052 or email jim@millerhomesnj.com.
