A modular home is a type of prefabricated building that is constructed off-site in a factory-like setting and then transported to the intended site in sections called modules. The modules are then assembled by builders and installed into the foundations. Modular homes are not mobile homes or manufactured homes. They are built using Building Systems, which is a systematic approach to building homes. The homes are constructed inside by highly trained professionals using quality materials. Some modular homes include brick or stone exteriors, granite counters, and steeply pitched roofs. Modular homes can be designed to sit on a perimeter foundation or basement. They can be customized and tweaked to the individual customer’s taste. Modular homes are built to the same local, state, and regional building codes as homes built on-site and are covered by a builder’s warranty. They are inspected and approved by local inspectors on-site, as well as in the factory during production. Modular homes are stronger than homes built on-site due to the fact that they must withstand the rigors of over-the-road transport. They can be built in any size, shape, or floorplan, just like a traditional home. Modular homes are environmentally responsible. They are mass-produced, which means that manufacturers save costs by purchasing supplies in bulk. Modular homes can be completed in four to eight weeks.