Modular homes for year-round living: advantages, assembly nuances and tips

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Recently, modular houses for year-round use have become popular. It is generally accepted that such buildings are suitable only for summer cottages. But construction workers claim that modular structures are suitable for use in our climate for living all year round. In addition, they are quickly erected and have excellent operational characteristics. Modular buildings are classified as affordable housing.

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1 What are modular homes for year-round use?
- 1.1 Modular buildings: design features and structure
- 1.2 Design advantages and disadvantages
2 Features of ordering a modular house
- 2.1 Stages of erection of a modular structure
- 2.2 Video: visualization of a block-modular building assembly
3 Turnkey modular houses for year-round living: house projects and prices
4 The nuances of individual design
5 Useful Tips
6 Video: assembling a modular house

What are modular homes for year-round use?

Modular structures are similar in assembly methods to Lego sets. In this case, similar modules are connected in a certain sequence using a spike or socket connection. When ordering a structure, you can select the appropriate modules in size and quantity.

Modular structures can consist of more than 10 sections

Individual modules or sections have a specific purpose: living room, kitchen or bathroom. Each block is separated from the others, but as a result of installation work, the structure is obtained as a single whole. Modular houses of the latest assembly for year-round living are equipped with all convenient systems: sewage, heating system, plumbing and ventilation... Initially, such structures were used for security cabins or for military posts. Simple container block structures are being built in a short time. The most important advantages include the possibility of installation without installing foundations.

And beautiful, and the foundation is not needed

Helpful information! Modular designs are suitable for retail pavilions, offices, warehouses, summer cottages, warehouse hangars and residential buildings.

Modular buildings: design features and structure

The construction of a modular house for year-round use consists of interchangeable parts that are fastened to each other without bolts. Individual modules are attached to the selected area.

Assembly of individual blocks on site

In the building, everything is provided in advance from the placement of window and door openings to the passage of communications. The walls are frame structure, they need to be insulated. Then external and internal finishing is carried out. In the production of the frame structure, metal parts and timber are used.

Using this technology, buildings of the following functional purpose are produced:

House-cars that can be transported within the site using special skids or wheels. They are used as temporary housing.

Convenient trailer

Residential facilities that are used for living throughout the year.

Functional and comfortable homes for living

Office buildings are popular for their low cost and functionality.

Convenient location of offices

Warehouse buildings are used to store goods and materials.

Warehouse type construction

In such structures, you can place sanitary buildings: a bathroom, a shower, bath or even a first-aid post.

Shower, toilet and household equipment in one set

Modular buildings consist of unified elements, the size of which is 2400x4800 mm. The panels are sheathed with special materials. Externally applied moisture resistant plywood, and inside the cement-particle board. The frame structure is made of wood and metal. A heat-insulating layer is necessarily applied, which is laid under the skin.

An example of a frame for a trailer

Helpful information!If the soil on the site is dense and stable, then the building is erected on slabs of reinforced concrete. In order to prevent shrinkage, air cushions are used.

Design advantages and disadvantages

A modular house for year round living has pros and cons.

The following advantages of the structure can be distinguished:

Simplicity of installation work, as well as the possibility of assembly at any time of the year.
Possibility of changing the place of installation.
Compliance with sanitary standards and fire safety requirements.
The presence of a heating and ventilation system, made with the latest technology.
Quick installation of doors, windows and lighting systems.
Installation of modern plumbing and electrical equipment.
Earthquake resistant.
Light weight and affordable cost, which is less than the price of a one-room apartment.
There is no need for a full-fledged construction site with storage of materials and accommodation for workers.

Stylish home for a small price

At the same time, it is worth considering the design flaws:

Inability to build more than three floors.
The service life of the building is 50 years.
Transportation can be expensive.
Multi-storey buildings are not mobile.

Mobile and spectacular buildings

Helpful information! The task of the frame structure is to ensure the bearing capacity of the building. The frame is mounted taking into account the areas of the workpieces, the features of the use of welded seams and taking into account the shape of the structure. Metal parts are treated with special anti-corrosion compounds.

Features of ordering a modular house

To order a suitable design, you need to carefully study the offers from different manufacturers. Then you need to think about your own House project... The plan should contain not only the location of the rooms, but also the necessary communications.

The beauty of custom projects

The process of ordering a suitable option is accompanied by the creation of a contract with a construction company and documentation. You need to plan for upcoming expenses. After choosing a project, the specialists of the construction company will be able to draw up an individual construction plan.A cost estimate and required materials are also provided.

Modular construction is based on three principles:

saving;
speed of construction work;
simplicity.

Modular building scheme option

Helpful information! A standard design is ready for installation in a few weeks. For an individual project, the terms are agreed in advance.

Stages of erection of a modular structure

When building a house, a suitable site is first prepared. If the design is typical, then no more than a month will pass from the date of application to the end of construction work.

Construction is carried out according to the following scheme:

Manufacturing of modular blocks at the factory.

Manufacturing process

Finishing the assembled product

Transportation to the place of future placement.

Transportation method

Assembly of individual sections into a common structure.

Build from separate modules

Combining all communications into one system.

Proper implementation of engineering systems is important.

Connecting the building to the sewerage system, electrical systems and water mains.

Connecting communication lines

After installation, the manufacturing company provides documentation that describes the features and parameters of the units and the warranty conditions.

Helpful information! A separate package of documentation is issued for a separate block.

Video: visualization of a block-modular building assembly

Turnkey modular houses for year-round living: house projects and prices

For modular houses for year-round living, the price is quite low. The cost for such structures starts from 100 thousand rubles and can increase depending on the complexity of the construction. The affordability of prices in comparison with traditional types of housing depends on many factors. Basically, savings occur in the following stages:

The laying of the foundation does not require capital investments, as in traditional construction. The structure is mounted on a lightweight pile foundation.
The walls are manufactured at the factory, which reduces their cost.
No installation required roofs, since a special module is used.
All communications are established when the modules are created at the factory.

Modular house finishing option

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The nuances of individual design

A wide range of design solutions is offered to consumers. Modern technologies allow you to create designs of any complexity and size. Many manufacturers offer unique blocks of modules, made according to interesting design projects. At the same time, the house can be made in any style.

Modules are used to make modern and stylish houses

Having chosen the right project, you can build a cozy and functional house in the country.

Useful Tips

To build modular structures in accordance with technological features, you should use the following recommendations:

Do not pierce the surfaces of the modules with sharp fasteners. For fasteners, you should use special glue or welding machine.
In the manufacture of modular buildings, internal partitions... This requires a frame system. The frame guides are mounted to the wall cladding.
In the manufacture of floors in container-type buildings, mineral wool cannot be used, since this material, when wet, can cause corrosion of steel elements. It is better to use extruded polystyrene foam.
When insulating walls indoors, it is recommended to use non-combustible wall sheathing.

Nice and cozy home

Any modular structures are made on the basis of a competent design. It takes into account the living area and the main purpose of the building. These parameters affect the choice of block sizes and the number of floors.The right combination of modules will help create thoughtful placement and interior space that can be used for a variety of purposes.