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Sizing and Installation
Two important aspects of modular buildings that you should consider before making any final decisions are the size of the building you want, and how the installation will proceed. The best dealers will help walk you through the entire process and visit your location to scout for any potential problems.
Sizing
Each individual section of a modular building has to be small enough to be shipped on the back of a truck – usually no more than 16' to 18' wide and up to 75' long. That's not a limit to the size of your finished structure, though: the term "modular" refers to the fact that multiple sections or modules can be combined to create larger buildings.
One size limit you won't be able to do much about is ceiling height. You can get multiple floor modular buildings, but the ceiling height within each floor is usually no more than 8'. Because of this, modular buildings aren't a good choice for warehouses, some types of manufacturing facilities, and other situations that need high overhead clearances.
You'll be able to work with the dealer or manufacturer to create a floorplan that meets your needs. Once you sign off on that, the factory will get to work creating your building. It can take anywhere from 3 to 8 weeks from your go-ahead to get the modules built and delivered to your site.
Installation
You'll have to prepare the site for the modular building. This could be a full foundation with a basement, or simply a concrete slab, depending on your preferences and local building codes. You'll have to hire a local general contractor in your area to do this work.
When the building components are delivered, the supplier should handle all the necessary installation and integration work to turn the pieces into the building you need. Make sure that the contracts you sign specify exactly who's responsible for each aspect of construction, though, to avoid any confusion later on.