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New Building Code Adoptions: Improved Building Safety or Backdoor Unfunded Mandates?

Communication is key when new building codes are adopted. This keeps code adoption consistent across numerous jurisdictions.

7 Myths About Modular Homes

If you are considering building a home, modular homes are a reasonable choice. However, there are a number of myths and misconceptions that can make you less inclined to buy one.

Here are some of the most common myths about modular homes:

Do Modular Homes Hold Up in Extreme Weather?

Maybe when you hear “modular home” you get picture “tornado in a trailer park”. Modular homes are built durably to withstand the strain of transportation and installation. They’re also built to the same code as their site-built counterparts. Modular homes are more durable than you imagine!

How to Thrive in a Family Business

Sica Modular Homes and Simplex Homes are successful companies that grew from the entrepreneurial spirit of hardworking Italian-American families. Here, we take a peek into these multi-generational family businesses to learn how they thrived.

Guidelines, Standards & Codes for the Residential Modular Industry

Are there building codes for modular homes? The short answer is “no.” Here’s why and what the industry uses instead.

Relocating to a Rural Area? 4 Reasons to Build With Modular Construction

What makes modular construction the perfect fit for home building in a rural area?

How to Prepare Your Lot for a Modular Home

Get tips for preparing your chosen lot for a modular home installation!

Top Three Energy-Efficient Benefits of Building Modular

See what kind of energy-efficient features modular homes have. Here are the three energy-efficient features that make modular homes a great choice!

Reselling Your Modular Home

Use these tips to get the most value out of your modular home when it’s time to resell.