FAQ
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Q. How does Pittsville Homes exterior wall system differ from other manufacturers?
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A. Pittsville Homes exterior wall system is built with 2x6's, 16" o.c., high density R-21 fiberglass insulation in the stud cavity, 5/8" insulation board on the inside wall with 1/2" drywall over the insulation board. We can achieve an R-27 wall out of the system we use (a standard 2x6 wall construction is R-20). By using the insulation board, you have insulation over the studs which prevents cold spots on the wall. We encourage you to tour the plant at Pittsville or contact your Authorized Pittsville Homes Builder to see the difference in our wall construction.
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Q. What else does Pittsville Homes do during construction to make sure that my home is energy efficient?
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A. Pittsville Homes uses GreenGuard Ultra Wrap Housewrap, to provide superior air and moisture resistance. Ultra Wrap features one of the highest perm ratings on the market, which means superior moisture vapor transmission. Think of it as a windbreaker for your home, keeps unwanted air and water outside to help create a comfortable living environment. We also caulk all electrical boxes on the exterior walls to minimize the air infiltration around the boxes.
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Q. How does the house breathe? It seems like everything is built so tight these days to make it more energy efficient, that the air just stays inside the home.
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A. Pittsville Homes provides an airxchange unit that is installed on site to help with the quality of air inside of your home. It helps to remove the moisture from inside the home.
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Q. What is the advantage of modular over stick-built?
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A: A modular home is built in a controlled environment. Weather is not a factor during construction. (The weather is always perfect for building at Pittsville Homes). Also, because there is less onsite time of the home from start to completion, there is less chance of theft of materials on the jobsite. The walls, floors and roofs are constructed on jigs to make sure that they are all constructed square and that they will all fit together. It is amazing how a modular home manufacturer can build a two story home (four sections) and have them assembled on site and all the doorways, center openings and exteror walls match up perfectly. You are invited to tour the factory and see for yourself how accurate and precise the construction process is.
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Q: What is the difference between a modular and a mobile or manufactured home?
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A: A modular home is built to the State of Wisconsin UDC (Uniform Dwelling Code) and a mobile or manufactured home built to HUD code. (A stick-built home is built to the State of Wisconsin UDC). A modular home will appreciate in value just as a stick built home and you should be able to finance your modular home in the same manner as a stick-built home.
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Q: Where can I see a Pittsville Home model?
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A: We have three model homes on display at our office and plant in Pittsville, Wisconsin. We have a rustic cabin home, a charming two-bedroom ranch home with a sunroom and a spacious three-bedroom two-story home. The homes show many of the otions we offer at Pittsville Homes. The models are open Monday thru Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. For weekend or evening viewing, please call the Pittsville Homes office to set up an appointment.
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Q: How do I purchase a Pittsville Home?
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A: We sell our homes through authorized Pittsville Homes builders throughtout the State of Wisconsin. Contact the Pittsville Homes office at 877-248-8371 to obtain the name of the Pittsville Homes Authorized Builder for your planned building area.
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| Q. Do I have to purchase the home through one of your builders? |
A. Yes we only sell our homes through authorized Pittsville Homes Builders. We feel our authorized builder is better able to help the new home buyer through the personal and business relationships within their respective communities.
Builders are attracted to our company because of our committment to provide them with high quality porduct and services, our dedication to excellence and our dedication to everyone that buys our homes. Our builder objective is - provide the tools necessary to succeed inthe fast-paced, complex and competitive world of building customized and tailor-made homes. |
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| Q. How can I obtain pricing information on a Pittsville Home? |
| A. It is best to contact the Pittsville Homes builder for your area. He will be able to give you a price on a completed Pittsville Home including your basement, garage, onsite hookups, etc. After the builder sees your lot and goes over your floor plan, he will be able to give you the cost of the home delivered and completed, ready for you to move in. There are so many variables that can play into the price that we would not be aware of onsite that for us to quote you a cost estimate can be way off, that is why we suggest you contact the builder for the cost information. |
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| Q. How does Pittsville Homes compare in pricing to other modular homes? |
| A. When comparing prices with other homes, don't just compare the base price, but also compare the quality and service. We are detail oriented with unmatched craftmanship. Through our Pittsville Homes builder network we offer hassle free new home construction from finance, finish and beyond. When compared with others, feature for feature, dollar for dollar, service to service we are confident this is the best value anywhere. Contact Pittsville Homes at 877-248-8371 or your nearest authorized Pittsville Homes Builder to find out what we can do for you. |
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| Q. Where is the Pittsville Homes factory and office located? |
| A. Pittsville Homes is located in the City of Pittsville, the exact center of the State of Wisconsin. You still don't know where we are located? We are located between Wisconsin Rapids and Marshfield, south of Highway 13, on Highway 80. Just call our office at 877-248-8371 and we will be more than happy to give you directions to our facilities. |
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