Prefabricated buildings are not a new phenomenon in Canada. In fact, one of the earliest assemblies of prefab structures dates back to the 17th century. According to an article published in the Forbes magazine, the last real estate cycle has pushed prefabricated construction to prominence. It, therefore, comes as no surprise that there is a rise in the demand for prefabricated buildings. At a time, when people want a faster pace in life with fast food, fast cars, and smart home technologies, homeowners no longer want to wait for several months for the completion their home construction.
There are different types of prefabricated buildings that are used for the housing, hospitality, education, government and commercial industries. If you have been planning to purchase a prefabricated structure for any of the above purposes, then here are a few things you need to know:
1) Prefabricated Buildings are Faster to Build
One of the most significant benefits of prefab construction is that it gets done very fast. The fact that most of the work is done off-site in a factory-like controlled environment helps in faster completion of the construction process. In fact, prefabrication takes lesser time than traditional construction methods. Factors like upfront planning, elimination of weather constraints on site and delays from the subcontractor’s end contribute to the faster completion of prefabricated buildings.
2) Prior Construction Planning is Crucial
As mentioned above, prefab structures are built with the intention of reducing the overall cost and construction time. In order to make this happen, it is crucial that there is prior construction planning. Another reason for this is that prefab constructions are not very flexible in accommodating last-minute design changes. So, it is important that you are certain about what you want before you start with the construction process.
3) They are Eco-friendly
With the onset of hurricanes and changing global temperatures, we are slowly facing the brunt of global warming. Our rapid use of natural resources and increased atmospheric pollution are major contributing factors to global warming. Hence, it is highly important that we start becoming conscientious about our choices. Prefabricated buildings are eco-friendly as they are energy efficient and produce less aerial waste compared to traditional construction.
4) Always opt for a Trustworthy Manufacturer
The rise in popularity of prefabricated structures has led to the mushrooming of numerous manufacturers in this field. And, you need to be really careful about who you choose to manufacture your modular building. Always opt for a credible manufacturer. You can check with your friends and relatives for possible references or read up testimonials online to choose a trustworthy company.
You can also check with our experts at Northgate Industries to know more about our existing properties on sale or get a brand new structure manufactured as per your specifications. To know more get in touch with our experts at Northgate Industries today.
