IS MODULAR HOUSING THE ANSWER?
Can government make the most of the possibilities?
MICHELLE HANNAH DIRECTOR, CAST
There is an growing interest in the use of modular construction methods. Makers of these modular homes, which come in pre-manufactured parts almost like a kit, will tell you that enquiries are at a high. But even so, it can take a long time to translate these enquiries into orders. This can be a heavy drain on company resource.
The promotion of a modular product is often associated with the advantages of better quality, delivered faster and more cost effectively—so why is there a long-drawnout period between the initial enquiry to the moment an order is placed? There are many reasons. The industry is growing increasingly familiar with modular methods—but it takes time.