Building Resources
Find practical guidance for each stage of the modular home process, helping you better understand what to expect, avoid common surprises, and make informed decisions along the way.
The Turnkey Modular Home Process: What to Expect
Everything you need to know about our modular home building process, from initial inquiry to occupancy.
I Want 4+ Beds and 2000+ Square Feet. What’s Most Cost Effective?
Simply put, our Cape Plus turnkey builds are the strongest value in Connecticut and Rhode Island homebuilding today. ...
Modular vs Manufactured Homes: Which is Right for You?
Sure, both are built in a factory, but that’s about where the similarities end. Allow us to clear the air on Modular vs Manufactured....
Modular Home Timeline Delays: What Causes Them in CT & RI
Modular home builds are not entirely immune to delays. Understanding the most common causes for delay may help homebuyers to plan more effectively and put themselves in the best possible position to keep their build on track....
What Happens After You Sign With SNEML? Your First 30 Days
Follow the first 30 days after signing to see how your modular home moves from paperwork to a weather-tight structure in just weeks....
Cape vs Cape Plus – Explained
A Cape Plus is a Cape-style home that is delivered with an open, unfinished upstairs, then the second-floor interior is framed, insulated, drywalled, painted, wired, and plumbed on-site following delivery, rather than at the modular factory. ...
What Upgrades Are Available Inside A Modular Home?
You may have whichever interior finishes you'd like, it's just a matter of what happens at the factory versus on-site. ...
Accessory Dwelling Units
Accessory dwelling units can be a smart way to add flexibility to your property. Our resources cover key considerations like planning, feasibility, design, and site requirements. Explore what to expect before taking the next step.
ADU Costs in Connecticut and Rhode Island Explained
Rising home prices, limited inventory, and a growing demand for flexible living arrangements have made ADUs an ever more attractive solution for homeowners in both Connecticut and Rhode Island....
The Rise of ADUs in Rhode Island
As a known, go-to source for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) throughout Southern New England, we receive quite a few inquiries from folks considering moving their family or close friends onto their property. ...
Connecticut’s ADU Laws and “Opting Out” – What Can I Build?
Connecticut passed Public Act 21-29 in 2021 to increase housing supply and affordability. The law required towns to allow at least one ADU on single-family lots, subject to the following conditions....
Barriers & Challenges of ADUs in Connecticut
While Rhode Island has amended state-wide Zoning laws in favor of ADUs in recent years, Connecticut's rules are less straightforward. Here's what you'll need to know about building an ADU in Connecticut....
Tiny Homes & Advantages of Small-Space Living
ADUs are not shrunken-down homes; ADUs are thoughtfully and efficiently designed. ADU floorplans prioritize the essentials, which makes them feel much larger than the square footage would lead one to believe. ...
What Interior Items Come Standard in a Modular Home?
Like a site-built home, you can have anything you’d like inside. Modular homes are just a matter of what happens at the factory versus on-site following delivery.