Lakewood Homes, Inc.

15914 SR 12 East

Findlay, OH 45840

419.422.5114

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What Are Systems - Built Homes?

More people are familiar with the term “modular” than “systems-built” when describing a home that is built off-site and trucked to its permanent foundation. The short answer is that systems-built, modular, and pre-fab all mean basically the same thing. Systems-built homes are built in a manufacturing facility and consist of anywhere from 2 to 7 modules for typical homes up to 3,000 square feet and systems-built homes come in all shapes and sizes.

The modules are transported to a job site 70-90% complete. Once the home reaches the job site, the modules are lifted onto the home's foundation by crane. A finish crew will then complete the home by tying in the roof sections, siding and interior finish. After the home is set, your builder may complete additional features such as garages, porches and decks.

The common misconception is that a site-built home is better than a home built off-site. The truth is that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) confirmed that modular/off-site homes withstood a hurricane far better than site-built housing.

For additional information regarding Systems-Built homes call Lakewood Homes at 419.422.5114, or click here for FAQ's from All American Homes.

You can also view a brochure and videos on the systems-built construction process by going to the Walk-Through page.