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“ For our panelized homes , we are working with a company based in Canada . Contrary to popular belief regarding prefabricated homes , we can produce plans to panelize and create components for any home shape . This production approach has several advantages , including faster construction times because the homes are built in factories where everything is perfectly level , resulting in greater accuracy and efficiency . Moreover , the company we partner with utilizes a computer layout to determine its lumber requirements and optimize lumber usage . By embracing this approach , we significantly reduce our resource usage as we maximize the utility of the lumber , ultimately optimizing the use of the wood log . Additionally , we often use glued components , such as laminated strand lumber ( LSL ) and laminated veneer lumber ( LVL ), which are fabricated using hydraulic presses and adhesives . This process repurposes the scraps created during manufacturing by transforming them back into usable lumber for homebuilding , resulting in stronger houses .”
pay for assembly . The real cost savings from panelizing homes become apparent when
building multiple homes simultaneously , as opposed to constructing each home individually . For example , by panelizing ten houses at once , we can take advantage of bulk pricing for materials like lumber , which is more cost-effective than purchasing just enough supplies for a single house at a time . In turn , the repetition of this streamlined process leads to greater efficiencies and allows for the mass production of houses , resulting in additional savings over time ,” Edward concludes .
With its sustainable building practices and diverse capabilities , Asher is set to continue expertly delivering unique projects and homes well into the future . ■
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Increasing efficiencies
In addition to its sustainable initiatives , Asher ’ s panelized and prefabricated homes are also a gamechanger in terms of efficiency and cost . “ Building the entire frame of a panelized house with a three-person team using a crane only takes two or three weeks , whereas with traditional building methods , it would require three-to-four months . However , it ’ s important to note that panelizing a single house does not immediately result in cost savings , as we still need to buy lumber and
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