Automated factory processes ensure precision and reduce construction errors. Since the majority of labor occurs in a factory, modular home businesses save significantly on labor. Some modular home companies partner with insurers to offer comprehensive coverage for new homes. In some areas, residents organize to prevent rent hikes in mobile home parks to maintain affordability. In some areas like Newfoundland and Labrador, zoning laws limit where mobile homes can be placed, affecting affordability and availability.
Modular home companies often have in-house logistics teams to coordinate transport and installation. Manufactured homes must meet HUD standards that cover design, durability, fire resistance, and energy efficiency. Some businesses offer land and development services, bundling land purchase with modular construction.
Modular businesses are gaining market share in areas with high housing demand. Some mobile home park residents face rent increases on their lot, which can impact affordability. Modular companies buy materials in bulk, which lowers costs and reduces supply chain delays.