D.B. Homes Inc

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Frequently Asked Questions Q: What is a systems built modular home? A: Modular homes are constructed in a climate controlled environment using state of the art engineering and assembly line techniques. D.B. Homes uses the same brand name building materials and builds to the same building code requirements as many local "stick builders". State or independent third party inspectors carefully inspect each home we build. Modular homes are shipped to the building site on two or more carriers, erected on the foundation by a qualified set crew and completed by D.B. Homes. Once completed, modular homes are indistinguishable from "site built" homes. Q: How does a D.B. modular home differ from a "manufacturered or mobile home"? A: Manufacturered homes, sometimes referred to as mobile homes and sectionals, are built to the HUD Code, a national code for manufactured housing. The HUD Code, unlike conventional state building codes used by modular homes and site builders, requires manufactured homes to be built on non-removable steel chassis. Many neighborhoods exclude manufactured homes but accept modular homes because they are built to the same code as site-built homes. Q: I hear a lot about "Green" building. Are modular homes green? A: Green building is a practice of using sustainable materials and designs in new construction. Yes, modular homes are by their very nature, green. Assemnly in an enclosed indoor environment contributes to reduced waste of materials at the factory and at the job site, lessens the environmental impact on the land and the community where the house is being delivered, and allows for a tighter built structure to maximize energy efficiency--all of which are key components to green building standards. Q: Can I build a custom plan of my own design? A: Computer aided drafting (CAD), allows for precision customization of your floor plan design. However, shipping restrictions and production constraints can affect the design. If you have a plan picked out, we suggest that you submit it for approval or for changes that will enable us to build your home. D. B. Homes also has a complete portfolio of floor plans, designs and elevations that can be modified. Modifications are normally less expensive than a custom built design. Our goal is to turn your dream ome into a reality. Q: How long does it take to build a modular home? A: The time it take to build your home varies by season and D.B. Homes' order "backlog". That being said, one of the advantages of building a modular home is speed of construction. When we place your order it will go into a backlog of homes to be built, which typically runs 5 to 10 weeks. While your home is on order the site work on your building lot will be completed. On average, a modular home consisting of two modules will take about 4 to 6 weeks to finish the home. Our time frame depends on the amount of additional site work, such as garages, porches or decks that are to be built, and our backlog of other homes to finish. You can move into your new modular homes quicker than a typical site-built home. Q: It is a good time to build a new home? A: It certainly is. Inflation is down and interest rates are still very reasonable. There are faster and attractive new ways to finance your new home, just check out our finance page for more information on some of the options available. And new home ownership is still a good income tax break, because you can deduct the interest on your mortgage payment. Your monthly mortgage payment may also be less thant you are currenlty paying for rent. If you also are a First Time Homeowner, be sure to ask us about the $8,000 federal tax credit and to see if you qualify! Q: How much does a DB home cost? A: Since all of our homes are custom-built, the price will be determined by the specifications you select for your new home, and by work done by D.B. Homes. If you have a particular budget and type of house in mind, please contact us and we can assist you in pricing and find a home and floor plan that you want. Because of this, we do not include a price list in our packages or online. Q: Are modular homes energy efficient? A: Yes. D.B. Homes are ENERGY STAR

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