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Florida Codes for Modular Homes vs Mobile Homes

Marc Devisse — Thu, 04 Sep 2025 06:45:20 GMT

Modular homes in Florida must follow the Florida Building Code (FBC), not HUD Code like mobile homes. They require state and local approvals, wind and flood compliance, energy certifications, and site-specific inspections to meet legal and safety standards.

Modular Home Insurance Explained | Coverage & Cost Factors

Marc Devisse — Wed, 03 Sep 2025 06:35:37 GMT

Modular homes are usually insured with standard HO-3 homeowners policies, just like site-built homes, because they meet local building codes and are installed on permanent foundations.

How to Choose the Right Lot in Florida

Marc Devisse — Tue, 02 Sep 2025 06:30:08 GMT

A buildable Florida lot must be in the right zone, have proper elevation, access to utilities, and no hidden setbacks or environmental restrictions. If it checks all these boxes, it’s likely a solid pick.

Modular Home Warranty Coverage Guide | What to Know

Marc Devisse — Mon, 01 Sep 2025 06:21:29 GMT

Modular home warranties typically cover 1-year workmanship, 2-year systems, and 10-year structural components, but often exclude cosmetic flaws, moisture, storm damage, and anything caused by improper maintenance or unapproved repairs.

The Best Time To Build A Home In Florida

Marc Devisse — Sun, 31 Aug 2025 06:12:09 GMT

The best time to build a home in Florida is fall and winter, when cooler temperatures, lower humidity, and fewer storms allow smoother progress, faster permits, and greater contractor availability compared to spring or summer.

Modular Home Assembly Guide for Florida Homeowners

Marc Devisse — Sat, 30 Aug 2025 11:21:28 GMT

Modular homes are built in factory sections and assembled on-site in days, not months. They offer speed, durability, and custom design while meeting the same building codes as traditional homes.

Modular Homes vs Mobile Homes: Key Differences Explained

Marc Devisse — Fri, 29 Aug 2025 11:13:08 GMT

Modular homes are permanent, code-compliant houses built in factories and set on real foundations, while trailers (manufactured homes) are movable structures built on steel chassis and classified as personal property unless retitled.

Fort Myers Beach Land Deal Signals Major Rebound

Marc Devisse — Thu, 28 Aug 2025 11:09:43 GMT

Fort Myers Beach, FL. A landmark 10-acre beachfront property on Fort Myers Beach has just sold for $52 million, the largest post-Hurricane Ian land deal to date, sending shockwaves through the Southwest Florida real estate market and resetting the bar for local property values.

Zip Wall Systems: Benefits and Best Practices

Marc Devisse — Wed, 27 Aug 2025 11:03:00 GMT

Zip Wall Systems integrate sheathing, moisture protection, and air control into one product. They speed up installation, provide structural strength, improve energy efficiency, and balance moisture management, making them a reliable option for modern, durable, and cost-effective homes.

FEMA 50% Rule: Key Facts for Flood Zone Properties

Marc Devisse — Tue, 26 Aug 2025 07:56:27 GMT

The FEMA 50% Rule requires that if repair or improvement costs exceed half of a building’s market value, the entire structure must meet current floodplain regulations, often including elevation, flood vents, or other code upgrades.