High-Performance Modular Homes in the Lowcountry
At CHS Coastal Homes and Sunrooms, we design and build high-performance modular homes for both single-family and multi-family residences. Because each home is constructed in a controlled factory environment, all materials remain protected from the weather, ensuring superior quality and durability. As a result, our homes consistently meet or exceed state and local building codes, including requirements for high wind zones, with construction standards approved for wind speeds up to 180 MPH.
Standard Features Include:
- A 2×10 floor system that provides lasting strength
- R-19 fiberglass insulation in floors and walls, with R-30 in the roof for energy efficiency
- Complete HVAC system, including condenser, insulated ducts, and insulated boots and registers
- Comfort-height low-flow toilets with elongated bowls
- Durable PEX water lines
- Air-infiltration wrap on all exterior walls
- Vinyl siding or optional James Hardie cement board siding for long-lasting appeal
- 7/16″ OSB sheathing for added wall rigidity and structural support
- Vinyl single-hung windows
- 30-year architectural shingles
- Roof pitches ranging from 3/12 to 12/12, with 5/12 as our standard
- One-piece fiberglass tub/shower or optional ceramic tile/custom showers
- 8′ standard ceilings, with optional 9′ or 10′ heights
- Covered porches that extend your living space outdoors
By combining factory precision with professional craftsmanship, our modular homes deliver quality, durability, and efficiency. Contact us today to learn how we can help you build your dream home in the Lowcountry, SC, and experience the benefits of a factory-built home tailored to your needs.
FAQ’s About Modular Homes
Modular homes are built in a controlled, environmentally protected facility using precise and efficient construction techniques. Because the building process takes place indoors, materials remain shielded from the weather, which enhances strength and durability. In addition, modular homes follow the same local and state building codes as traditional site-built homes, ensuring safety and quality. As a result, factory construction often produces homes that are stronger and longer-lasting than conventional on-site builds.
The terms mobile home, manufactured home, trailer, modular home, prefabricated home, and systems-built home are often used interchangeably. However, while all are constructed off-site in a factory, the similarities largely stop there. In fact, each type of home follows its own building codes and manufacturing standards, which directly affect quality, durability, and performance. As a result, understanding these differences is essential when choosing the right type of home for your needs.
The manufacturer’s job is to build the home—that’s their specialty. Meanwhile, your builder handles every other aspect of the construction process. The manufacturer does not replace the builder. Working with a licensed local contractor makes sense because they know local building codes, maintain relationships with trusted vendors and subcontractors, and can manage all on-site work efficiently.
Your builder prepares the property, installs utilities, constructs the foundation, and completes both interior and exterior finishes. They also oversee the surrounding site and remain available to support you long after you move in. While building a home isn’t rocket science, small oversights can quickly become costly problems. By partnering with an experienced local builder, you ensure that your home is completed properly, efficiently, and with lasting quality.
