In this episode, Michael Frank of Prefab Review chats with Alexis Rivas, co-founder of Cover. They delve into the innovative prefab construction processes at Cover, including their all-steel, panelized building systems and their expansion into single-family homes and ADUs in Southern California. Learn about the benefits of vertical integration, improvements in manufacturing and assembly, and the nuances of getting homes permitted in the region. Alexis also discusses the unique features that make Cover homes energy-efficient, fire-safe, and highly customizable. Don't miss this engaging conversation full of insights into the future of prefab housing.
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In this episode, Michael Frank of Prefab Review chats with Alexis Rivas, co-founder of Cover. They delve into the innovative prefab construction processes at Cover, including their all-steel, panelized building systems and their expansion into single-family homes and ADUs in Southern California. Learn about the benefits of vertical integration, improvements in manufacturing and assembly, and the nuances of getting homes permitted in the region. Alexis also discusses the unique features that make Cover homes energy-efficient, fire-safe, and highly customizable. Don't miss this engaging conversation full of insights into the future of prefab housing.
Episode 41 - Prefab Pod Live Chat Prefab Home Construction in Mountain Towns
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Episode 41 - Prefab Pod Live Chat Prefab Home Construction in Mountain Towns
In this episode, we speak with Toby Long, architect at Clever Homes, about the complexities and considerations of building prefab homes in mountain areas, specifically ski towns. Topics discussed include site diligence, the rising difficulty and costs of mountain construction, the benefits of prefab and modular construction in these environments, and practical advice for managing snow loads, landscaping, off-grid solutions, and material choices. Toby also shares insights into specific project examples and key differences between modular and traditional site construction in these unique settings.
The Prefab Pod
In this episode, Michael Frank of Prefab Review chats with Alexis Rivas, co-founder of Cover. They delve into the innovative prefab construction processes at Cover, including their all-steel, panelized building systems and their expansion into single-family homes and ADUs in Southern California. Learn about the benefits of vertical integration, improvements in manufacturing and assembly, and the nuances of getting homes permitted in the region. Alexis also discusses the unique features that make Cover homes energy-efficient, fire-safe, and highly customizable. Don't miss this engaging conversation full of insights into the future of prefab housing.
