This is a sample construction schedule. Ask your American Legacy Homes representative for the exact procedures you will need to follow.

Adapted from the Modular Housing Training Institute at Pennsylvania College of Technology - MHTI Curriculum Manual ©1999.  For more information on MHTI, visit their website at: www.pct.edu/mhti/main.htm

Sample Building Schedule

• Land/Lot Development
  • Purchase
  • Clear Title (if not already owned)
  • Accessible to Modular Transporter (conduct site accessibility study)
    • conduct prior to purchase if not already owned
  • Perk / Probe Test (or public sewer if available)
    • conduct prior to purchase if not already owned
  • Land Surveyed (if not already owned)
• Forms/Procedures/Permits
  • Select Modular Model, Options
  • Develop and Finalize Prints, Plans, Options, Finishes and Specs
  • Contracts Signed
  • Sign-Off on Plans and Specs
  • Secure Financing
  • Set Target Occupancy Date
  • Issue Deposit
  • Establish Construction Activities/Schedule
  • Obtain and Post Permits
    • Building
    • Electrical
    • Plumbing
    • Mechanical
    • Road/Culvert
  • Application for Gas/Electrical Service
  • Site Survey (stake out)
• Foundation and Sitework
  • Order Steel Beams and Columns
  • Deliver Dumpster and Port-a-potty
  • Site Preparation, Remove Obstacles
  • Layout and Excavation
  • Form Footings
  • Pour Footings
  • Footing Inspection
  • Install Footing Drains and Basement Stone
  • Install Under-Slab Utilities
  • Block Delivery/Foundation Systems
  • Construct/Install Foundation Walls
  • Inspect Foundation Drains
  • Apply Foundation Damp-Proofing and Vapor Barrier
  • Install Anchor Clips/Bolts, Sill Plate and Sealer
  • Install Sump Pump Crock and Rough Plumbing
  • Install Basement Windows
  • Install Foundation Drain Tile and Cover
  • Prep Opening in Floor for Posts/Support Columns
  • Pour Basement Floor
  • Backfill
• Site Preparation
  • Foundations and Footings are Completed
  • Foundation is Square and Level
  • Foundation and Footings have passed Inspection
  • Obstacles for Crane and Transporters have been Removed
  • Access Route for Crane and Transporters is planned
  • Crane Pad is Ready and Firm
  • Set Crew and Crane Schedules are Confirmed
  • Bulldozer and Operator Scheduled and Confirmed
  • Utility Crews have been Scheduled for Turn-off / Turn-on (if applicable)
  • Weather Forecast for Set Day looks Adequate
  • Payment for Delivery Day Confirmed and Available
• Modular Home Set
  • Modules Delivered/Received
  • Unwrap Modules
  • Check Inventory of Ship-Loose Materials
  • Mark Mating Lines on the Foundation
  • Locate Pick-Poins on the Modules, Prepare for Lifting
  • Module Set
  • Fasten and Check Module
  • Prepare Mating Surfaces
  • Prepare Wires, Pipes, Ducts and Stairs
  • Posts/Support Columns Set/Installed
  • Stairs to Basement Set/Installed
  • Lift Jointed Roof Sections with Crane
  • Lift Dormers and Other Roof Elements
  • Make the Home Weather-Tight and Secure
  • Sign Set-Release
• Exterior Finishing
  • Siding Completed
  • Masonry Work Completed
  • Prime, Paint or Stain Exterior Surfaces
  • Install Shutters
  • Install Chimney Stack
  • Install Gutters and Downspouts
  • Optional Garages Completed
  • Optional Porches, Decks and Patios Completed
• Interior Electrical
  • Install Circuit Breaker Box
  • Install Meter Box, Conduit Master, Service Entrance Cable & Basement Cable
  • Connect Wiring of Modular Units and Tie-In to Junction Box
  • Connect Service in Garage and Outbuildings if Applicable
  • Install Sump Pump
  • Install 220v Service for Range/Dryer
  • Electrical Inspection
• Plumbing Connections
  • Drill/Install Well & Pump or Hook-Up to Public System
  • Install/Inspect Septic and Drainage Systems of Hook-Up to Public Systems
  • Install Shower Doors
  • Install Supply and Drain Lines/Connect to Stubbing
  • Install Gas Pipes to Range/Dryer/Water Heater if Applicable
  • Check and Tighten Shut-Off Valves
  • Plumbing Inspection
• HVAC
  • Install/Connect AC System
  • Install Oil Tank and Line to Furnace if Applicable
  • Install Electric Water Heater and Connect to Breaker Box
  • Connect Chimney Flue Into Furnace
  • For Baseboard Electrical Heat, Connect Circuits at Junction Box
  • Vent Dryer
  • Install Security System
  • Connect Central Vac System
  • Mechanical Inspection
• Interior Finishing
  • Finish/Patch Drywall
  • Paint Interior Walls
  • Finish Interior Trim and Doors/Adjust
  • Install or Seam Vinyl, Hardwood, Laminate or Carpeting at Mate Walls
  • Clean-Up
• Exterior Final Finish
  • Complete Garage Floors, Steps, Service Walks, etc.
  • Install Exterior Lights and Bulbs
  • Finish Grading
  • Landscaping
  • Garage Doors
  • Exterior Clean-Up
• Closing
  • Punch List
  • Final Clean-up - Remove Dumpsters & Port-a-potty
  • Walk Through with Customer
  • Final Building Inspection
  • Occupancy Permit
  • Owner Occupancy