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Is there an additional cost to have solar panels on my MKD home?

Debra — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 19:38:39 +0000

Yes. We provide budgetary pricing for the solar panels and system as an additional service.

Every MKD home is solar ready and is designed to take maximum advantage of solar energy. Should you decide to include a solar system in your home design, we will work with you and our consultant to design and install your solar system. We also orient your home on your site for optimal solar orientation.

What are the actual delivery and installation charges to my area?

Debra — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 19:35:58 +0000

The cost to deliver and install your MKD home depends on distance to your site and site access. Additional site costs are sometimes required to provide temporary construction access for delivery trucks and cranes.

Because every delivery is different, the actual delivery and installation charges will be estimated early in your process.

The good news is that all MKD homes are built using our proprietary folding technology which allows us to ship for far less than a traditional modular home, saving you money!

If I build more than one MKD home, will there be cost savings?

Debra — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 19:34:39 +0000

Yes. If you decide to build more than one identical MKD home design at the same time, there will usually be efficiencies with ordering and production, resulting in cost savings. The amount of savings will depend on the volume. If this is something you are interested in, please let us know.

How much does an MKD home cost?

Debra — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 19:33:53 +0000

Please refer to our individual home designs pages for information on costs.

How can I find out about when you will have an open house in my area?

Debra — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 19:32:29 +0000

You may also sign-up to receive occasional updates, where we will announce show home offerings, or contact us and ask a sales rep about our next factory or new home open house.

Where can I tour an MKD home? Do you have a show home near me?

Debra — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 19:31:23 +0000

Currently a fully functioning version of the mkSolaire tm is available for tour at the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago. To find out more about tour times and tickets – check out the exhibit page.

Can you help me find a lot or do you have lots available?

Debra — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 19:29:40 +0000

We do not offer this service. Please consult with a local realtor using our tips for land selection.

How can I determine if an MKD home can be built on a lot in a particular city or county?

Debra — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 19:28:27 +0000

You will need to call your local building department to determine if there are any zoning ordinances that restrict building a modular home.

MKD homes are classified by building departments as a “modular” homes, not “manufactured” or “mobile”. While many cities and county zoning ordinances restrict the locating of manufactured/mobile homes to limited areas, very few jurisdictions prohibit modular construction, so you will need to be careful in describing your proposed MKD home design as a modular home. Also, do not use the term prefab. It often means something quite different to the building department: they immediately think of mobile home.

If you are purchasing land, you will also want to check with the current owner to determine if there are any deed restrictions that might prevent the building of a modular home (not manufactured/mobile). Again, this is rare but you should check for it. What you will find more often are rules (usually enforced by homeowners associations) that dictate the “look” of a new home to ensure that it blends in with neighboring buildings.

What if my land is sloped? Can you still build on it?

Debra — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 19:26:51 +0000

Yes, however, the costs associated with preparing this kind of site for construction and installation will be much higher than for a flat site. Installing the module(s) may present a challenge, depending on the pitch of the slope and other site characteristics. MKD requires a site visit to assess the feasibility and logistics of delivery before every project is started. Two-story homes work well with steeply sloped sites, with the first level being site built.

What type of land should I look for to accommodate an MKD home?

Debra — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 19:25:52 +0000

Purchasing land for a new home can be quite an undertaking. The possibilities are endless, and decisions are influenced by personal/professional goals and finances. When looking for a site for an MKD home, it is important to consider the site’s location and access, topography and size, utilities, and orientation. Please refer to our Process/Building an MKD Home section for details.