Hi everyone!
While browsing, I noticed that it is often said that the costs between a solid (masonry) house and a prefab (modular) house are the same. However, I don’t understand this at all.
We are specifically looking for a single-family home with 130-145 sqm (1400-1560 sq ft) of living space. No frills, no basement, the only important things for us are two equally sized children’s bedrooms that are not too small, a guest room/office, and a guest toilet.
Many prefab home suppliers offer turnkey solutions, meaning everything except the foundation slab is included, but of course, it is still hard to compare. However, with a solid (masonry) house supplier, the costs seem significantly higher!
What is your opinion?
Kind regards
M4rvin
While browsing, I noticed that it is often said that the costs between a solid (masonry) house and a prefab (modular) house are the same. However, I don’t understand this at all.
We are specifically looking for a single-family home with 130-145 sqm (1400-1560 sq ft) of living space. No frills, no basement, the only important things for us are two equally sized children’s bedrooms that are not too small, a guest room/office, and a guest toilet.
Many prefab home suppliers offer turnkey solutions, meaning everything except the foundation slab is included, but of course, it is still hard to compare. However, with a solid (masonry) house supplier, the costs seem significantly higher!
What is your opinion?
Kind regards
M4rvin
Thanks for all the opinions and examples!
I have already visited the local construction company and had a very good feeling, but when you see the "advertised" affordable prefab houses, it does make you think a bit!
We are now working on the floor plan ourselves, planning, considering, etc.
In November, we will apply for a plot of land, and then concrete plans will be made.
If we decide on solid construction now, what should we pay special attention to? Where are the hidden costs?
Or can we request a "fixed" price for the offered house? (+/- a few %)
I have already visited the local construction company and had a very good feeling, but when you see the "advertised" affordable prefab houses, it does make you think a bit!
We are now working on the floor plan ourselves, planning, considering, etc.
In November, we will apply for a plot of land, and then concrete plans will be made.
If we decide on solid construction now, what should we pay special attention to? Where are the hidden costs?
Or can we request a "fixed" price for the offered house? (+/- a few %)
M4rvin schrieb:
Or can we demand a "fixed" price for the offered house? (+/- a few %) From a construction market perspective, I don’t see prospective buyers being in such a position anytime soon.
M4rvin schrieb:
We are now working a bit on the floor plan ourselves, planning, considering, etc.
In November we will apply for a plot and then concrete plans will be made. Since every plot comes with its own land use plan / zoning regulations, the actual drawing phase can really only start after that. What should be defined beforehand is the room program (purely in terms of size, not yet arrangement or layout).
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stefanc8415 Aug 2017 03:41We are building with a local timber construction company. The price is estimated to be approximately €18,000 higher than the lowest found solid construction general contractor. However, this includes KfW 40 instead of 55, meaning €5,000 more in KfW subsidies. Hopefully, this will result in slightly lower heating costs in the long term. The attic is fully insulated. Overall, I believe the quality is somewhat higher. This somewhat justifies the additional costs. Of course, there are also solid construction general contractors that charge significantly more.
Originally, I had thought that a wooden house would be cheaper than a solid one. And in fact, with our supplier, it would be. The shell price is excellent. Unfortunately, they have very inflated prices for plumbing, heating, tiling, and electrical work, which negatively affect the total price. We removed tiling and electrical from the contract. We are reluctantly accepting the costs for plumbing and heating because we did not want to cut too much.
Originally, I had thought that a wooden house would be cheaper than a solid one. And in fact, with our supplier, it would be. The shell price is excellent. Unfortunately, they have very inflated prices for plumbing, heating, tiling, and electrical work, which negatively affect the total price. We removed tiling and electrical from the contract. We are reluctantly accepting the costs for plumbing and heating because we did not want to cut too much.
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Username_wahl15 Aug 2017 10:41We also built with a local carpentry company. The construction time was very short (a few days; from the start of earthworks to moving in took 7 months), with a custom design in collaboration with an architect, and the wooden appearance is very cozy. Certainly a good alternative to a brick house or a prefabricated home. I also found their approach more professional than the salespeople who pressure you to sign today at a special promotional price.
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daniels8715 Aug 2017 11:17In my opinion, this is a common tactic used by many prefabricated house providers or large general contractors. I think the base price is calculated quite tightly to attract customers, but the catalog prices for the extras can be quite bold.
I find it more pleasant with smaller companies; you also get a turnkey solution with site management, but you can negotiate the trades directly with the respective companies if you have any change requests.
I find it more pleasant with smaller companies; you also get a turnkey solution with site management, but you can negotiate the trades directly with the respective companies if you have any change requests.
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