Site Construction is the process of developing the property or land where the house structure will be attached to the property. In the case of modular homes, they are built at an off-site location and then delivered to the property. The house modules are transported on carriers and arrive in several wrapped sealed modules that are assembled on-site. The modules arrive 80% complete, the more customization to the house the more finishes, such as moldings, flooring, and countertops, are installed on site.
The foundation, a crawl space or basement, is installed after site preparations are completed. Foundations are constructed from a variety of materials, although poured concrete and block foundations are the most popular and time-tested type of materials. Proper drainage and waterproofing are essential in the construction of a foundation for structural, moisture, and air quality standards. Oasis Homes has the knowledge and experience with concrete properties and the type of drainage system required to construct a quality foundation. Window placement, structural bearing points, concrete reinforcement measures, insulation, and vapor barrier systems are all important choices in making a foundation last for many generations.
Once the foundation is installed and backfilled, the delivery and set of the modular house is scheduled. A specialized crew does a "rough set" of the house on the foundation with the help of a large crane. The modular rough set crew also sets the support columns in place, fastens the house together, erects and unfolds the roof system and ensures the house is weather tight. Most homes are "rough set" in one day. The house will still need to be finished and depending on the complexity of the project and the number of modules, completion of the house can last several weeks to several months.
After the "rough" crew sets the modular house, the "finish" crew is scheduled to perform the next sequence of tasks. Special attention is paid to the marriage lines so the module seams are hidden and match the rest of the house. The finish crew is responsible for the following items:
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Lesser quality modular homes will often have a furnace included, but better quality modular homes are designed with an upflow furnace installed under the home by the builder. This type of furnace is more efficient because it takes advantage of the natural tendency of heat to rise. This type of heat is more comfortable because it heats from the bottom. Oasis Homes will install the mechanical systems, including the furnace, air conditioning, duct work, gas piping and thermostats.
The electrical wiring needs additional assembly after delivery of the modules for the home assembly. The light switches and fixtures are included in the house modules, however, much of the electrical work still needs to be installed on site. We will coordinate all the wiring that is required to the furnace, water heater, well, basement, garage and porches.
Oasis Homes will install the plumbing supply lines and drain lines that connect to the water supply and to the sanitary system. This step is necessary to deliver water to the included faucets, showers, sink, and tubs of the modular home.
