Let's break down the distinctions between modular and panel homes for a clearer understanding:
Modular Homes: A modular building, or modular home, is a structure composed of one (mini home) or several modules connected to form a single building. Each module is a self-contained construction unit assembled in a factory, comprising wall, ceiling, and floor elements. These modules are transported to the site on special platforms, much like oversized cargo. They come pre-equipped with engineering systems, windows, doors, and interior finishes, ready to be assembled and connected to utilities.
Panel Homes: A panel home is an elemental assembly on-site, consisting of individual wall, roof, floor, and, in some cases, even ceiling components. These insulated or non-insulated elements, already containing windows, are delivered to the construction site using regular cargo transport, without special permits. Following the assembly, the builder must undertake tasks such as sealing, insulating joints, and commencing interior finishing entirely from scratch. In rare cases, modern factories may produce panel elements with 50-60% completion of finishing details.
In essence, elements assembled on the construction site are unlikely to ever become modules, so labeling this type of home as "modular" is not entirely accurate.
It's important to note that both modular and panel homes fall under the umbrella term "prefab," short for prefabricated. Prefab encompasses structures manufactured in a factory and ready for on-site assembly in a semi-finished state. This umbrella term applies to a range of construction elements, including concrete components, wooden walls, metal structures, and even fully assembled wooden modules. Both modular and panel homes fit within the prefab category.
Modular Homes: A modular building, or modular home, is a structure composed of one (mini home) or several modules connected to form a single building. Each module is a self-contained construction unit assembled in a factory, comprising wall, ceiling, and floor elements. These modules are transported to the site on special platforms, much like oversized cargo. They come pre-equipped with engineering systems, windows, doors, and interior finishes, ready to be assembled and connected to utilities.
Panel Homes: A panel home is an elemental assembly on-site, consisting of individual wall, roof, floor, and, in some cases, even ceiling components. These insulated or non-insulated elements, already containing windows, are delivered to the construction site using regular cargo transport, without special permits. Following the assembly, the builder must undertake tasks such as sealing, insulating joints, and commencing interior finishing entirely from scratch. In rare cases, modern factories may produce panel elements with 50-60% completion of finishing details.
In essence, elements assembled on the construction site are unlikely to ever become modules, so labeling this type of home as "modular" is not entirely accurate.
It's important to note that both modular and panel homes fall under the umbrella term "prefab," short for prefabricated. Prefab encompasses structures manufactured in a factory and ready for on-site assembly in a semi-finished state. This umbrella term applies to a range of construction elements, including concrete components, wooden walls, metal structures, and even fully assembled wooden modules. Both modular and panel homes fit within the prefab category.