Navigating Local Expertise and Site Preparation
Building a custom home is an exciting process, yet many people wonder how to manage the different phases. For clients of Rochester Homes Inc., the journey is made simple and efficient through a partnership with an independent, authorized Local General Contractor (LGC). Understanding the role of the LGC is key to a smooth and successful home-building experience.
Rochester Homes Inc. specializes in manufacturing high-quality, precision-built modular components in a climate-controlled facility. We are the manufacturer, ensuring the home’s core structure and interior finishes meet exacting standards. (We do not sell directly to the public. To learn more about Visiting a Modular Home Sales Center, (Click here). A Local General Contractor is your essential on-site project manager and dedicated guide from the first conversation to the day you receive the keys.
The LGC performs several vital functions that make the modular building process seamless.
The first crucial step is preparing your building site. Your LGC possesses valuable local knowledge about zoning, permitting, and building codes specific to your Midwest community. They manage the entire site preparation process, which is often the most time-consuming part of any construction project.
Their responsibilities include clearing the land, ensuring proper grading and drainage, and installing the foundation. A strong, correctly prepared foundation is paramount to the stability and longevity of your new modular home. The LGC also coordinates the necessary utility connections, such as electric service, plumbing, and septic systems or sewer access. This ensures that when the home arrives from our production facility, the site is entirely ready for placement.
Coordinating the Entire Project
The modular construction method allows for parallel construction. While Rochester Homes Inc. builds approximately eighty percent of your home indoors, your LGC is simultaneously preparing the site outdoors. This parallel workflow is a significant advantage, saving homeowners considerable time compared to traditional construction.
Once the modules are delivered and set onto the foundation with a crane, the LGC oversees the completion work. This includes weatherproofing the connections between modules, finishing the roofing, and completing any remaining exterior details such as porches, garages, and final siding. On the interior, they manage the touch-ups, final trim, flooring installation, and appliance hookups. This coordination ensures that all finished work adheres to the highest standards.
Your Single Point of Contact
The Local General Contractor serves as your single point of communication. They manage scheduling, quality checks, and subcontractors. If you have a question about the timeline, customization details, or any on-site work, you simply contact your LGC. This clear structure eliminates confusion and simplifies the complex coordination required to build a new home.
The relationship between the LGC and Rochester Homes Inc. is built on a shared commitment to quality and service. This partnership ensures you receive a home constructed with factory precision, completed with local expertise, and delivered with integrity.
