Environmental Impacts of Traditional Construction Vs Modular Construction

The preliminary results from a recent study showed that impacts from off-site (modular) construction were generally lower than those from on-site (traditional) construction. The average on-site construction impacts were about 23% higher than off-site construction. The generation of construction waste is another important topic. Data for materials that have to be sent to be recycled or sent to a landfill is less also. Modular Builders produce less waste and send far less to a landfill than traditional construction. The strategy of ordering 5 percent or 10 percent extra material - common for traditional construction - is very uncommon in modular construction. The "just in time" delivery of materials and the general policy to not begin construction on a modular building until all materials have been procured probably explains this phenomenon. If you looking to reduce the environmental impact of your construction project, visit our website www.WilkinsMobile.com to find a modular solution.