In general, the home will cost less than a site-built home and you may save $75 SQ/FT by purchasing a prefab, modular home from SmartPads. Partnering with the right General Contractor will also influence savings. Compare and make smart choices.
Traditional Home | SmartPads Home | |
---|---|---|
$25,000 to $50,000 | Architecture | Zero (included in fixed price) |
$10,000 to 15,000 | Engineering | Zero (included in fixed price) |
12 to 15 months | Time to Build | 3 to 6 months |
12 to 15 months rent while building new house (e.g. $2,500/month = $30,000 to $37,500) | Displacement Cost | 12 to 15 months rent while building new house (e.g. $2,500/month = $30,000 to $37,500) |
Extra 6 to 9 months interest | Construction Build Interest | |
Variable and affected by weather | Strength & Durability | Engineered to transport with high tolerances |
4 to 5 onsite dumpsters and haul away cost | Waste | 1 to 2 dumpsters and haul away cost |
Add 10% to 15% on top of estimate | Contingency Over Build Cost | Zero (included in fixed price) |
SmartPads’ Shasta design was recently built in Steamboat Springs and delivered savings in excess of $80,000 when compared to what it would have cost if someone followed the traditional building route.