Business View Magazine - Nov 2023

70 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 10, ISSUE 11 Edmonton climate zone requirements. When building a home for Edmonton in a factory, the requirements would be the exact same.” This clarification is crucial in dispelling the myths surrounding modular homes and highlighting the quality and precision of their construction. “. To be clear, modular is a type of construction, not a type of home. The marketing people of the world have used terms like mobile, manufactured, trailer, modular and RTM which have made the products our industry builds difficult to understand. ’All homes built in a factory setting are referred to as modular homes.” Williamson asserts. Navigating the Workforce Landscape The global pandemic has undeniably altered the workforce landscape, with many industries grappling with the challenges posed by COVID-19, from market volatility to worker shortages. The modular homes industry is no exception, with companies having to adapt and navigate these unprecedented times. lower quality or a lack of aesthetic appeal. However, the reality is far from this common misconception. Modular homes today are at the forefront of innovation and design, offering a range of customizable options that cater to homeowners’ diverse needs and preferences. Williamson emphasizes that modular homes are constructed with the same materials and adhere to the same building codes as traditional stick-built homes. “ They really are just a site built house that is constructed in a factory. “ he says. “For example, if you were building a home in Edmonton, you must build it according to the Alberta Building Code and MOSAIC industries Insulated Skirting Panels - R-Value 5.6 Automated Vents Included SMP (Silicone-Modified Polyester) Textured Series - 26 Gauge Steel 403-635-4040 mosaicm@telus.net mosaicindustries.com facebook.com/mosaicindustriesinc Onyx Black Graphite Burnished Slate Arctic White