Prefab homes can be found in earthquake
and seismic zones from California to Alaska, Hawaii, the Caribbean and Japan.
Each house design is individually engineered to meet local seismic code
requirements and to adapt to the natural terrain utilizing one among the many
foundation options available.
The biggest
misconception is that prefab homes are flimsy and fall apart easy. This is due
to the videos we see on television about old mobile home parks in hurricanes.
The fact of the matter is that the new prefab homes are built as strong as or
stronger than conventional homes.
Earthquake Hazard
Levels are based on the seismic risk and the damage anticipated from major
seismic events. While seismic activity is much more common in California,
Hawaii, the Pacific Northwest and Alaska, damage from major earthquakes in
other areas could be significant since few structures elsewhere are built to be
earthquake and seismic resistant.
A unique approach
of integrating Post and Beam construction technology with almost any foundation
type makes prefab homes adaptable to nearly any terrain, climate or design
need. Foundation types include stilts & pilings, basements, crawl-spaces,
and on-grade slabs, as well as a unique pedestal foundation design.
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