Ok Kerry, I love, love, love them, BUT ! These companies need to get the hell out of California. I AM NOT going to pay California prices for a home in Tennessee. Period !
Appreciate your channel Kerry. So, basic question, do most of these companies use techniques and materials/insulation that will be effective in climates that experience winter temps below zero F? That might sound like an obvious question but I haven’t heard anything about these companies keeping that attribute in mind. Again, thanks so much for your information and weekly updates.
Maybe I’m misunderstanding the purpose of modular/prefab homes. I was looking for affordable housing. I’d give up bells and whistles for new, large square footage that’s cheaper than pre existing homes on the market today. This doesn’t seem to be my solution.
They need an 1104 with a rooftop deck! The prices arent crazy but still a little too high considering you have to buy land and all the other things involved! Still, they may drop a bit more...fingers crossed
well it is interesting your posting this california company right now as no home builders are available due to all of the storms they are hiving right now. although they may be busy after all the trouble they are having in california is done
Great video Kerry, Let's not expect this company to last long. Anything opperating out of California is better off just moving operations elsewhere. Unfortunately California is a failed experiment.
Unfortunately, if you actually do a bit of research, the prefab option is about double the price of a stick build home, if you compare cost per square foot. Until prefab manufacturers figure out a way to get to cost down, it's really just a product for gullible people who don't look past the romance.
Love all the corporate speak. All these manufacturers use all the same verbiage. Yeah, we get it you want to revolutionize and "reimagine" the building process using "sustainable" this or that. 🙄
This stuff is so ridiculously overpriced it's laughable!!!!! 240 sq.ft for 78K! 520 sq.ft for 175k! What's the damn point of buying one of these?????? Any GC with decent subs could build super high quality, twice the size, for half the price. Seriously.......what's the point?
The problem with prefab is the price is not lower than traditional build ones. So what's the benefit? Build faster? Not sure if even that is true. Greener? Maybe but where is the proof? and how much does the owner care about that? One thing for sure is that I've seen so many ads from Facebook/Google on prefab homes. Specifically Cerca. This marketing alone is gonna bump up the price since the customers are paying for them. I suspect it might just be a fad.
Before you decide to pursue this type of home, or even on site studio etc., you need to check your counties rules etc. prefabs aren’t allowed in a lot of towns and cities…
I agree these are nice but I think that a lot of the prefab home companies have begun to miss their targeted market. Nobody wants to buy a prefab home and pay what you would pay for a traditional built home. These were supposed to be the alternative to the housing market problem right now. Why would I pay $338,000 for a 2 bedroom home when I could buy a 3 or 4 bedroom for the same price. Also these companies based out of California are out of touch with the real market of America.
That's why they run their business for California clients. Prefab and manufactured homes, as an alternative housing option, are available in almost all states,
Yes, and a lot of space is wasted on TWO full sized bathrooms. A walk in shower is all you need and would cut down on space that could be used for other things.
I love the designs. But... 80 sq.ft. @ $34k? That's $425.00 per foot. Or another way to think about it. 4 walls, a roof and a floor at $5,666.00 each. Are they using titanium instead of galvanized steel? Oh, no, wait, comprehension dawns... the cost of manufacturing this in Colly-FornYa...but really, $17k in materials and labor, and $17k in profit. I'm sure that 6 guys could bang this together in a day, start to finish. $1k each in labor, that leaves $11,000.00 for material or something thereabouts... Or maybe I'm out in left field? Thoughts?
I'm just trying to find an affordable house for about $30k to $40,000. Then all I need will be a piece of land. I don't think many people in the comments can afford a house that cost $350,000.
Almost none of these pre-fab or modular homes are created to allow for more affordable, yet high quality and efficient housing. They're just a snappy trend with comparable pricing.
Why do these companies base themselves out of one of the most expensive states in the union? Do they not like money? That's not working smarter at all. If they want to sell only to a niche market in really expensive locations, that's fine, but there's a reason that Volkswagen owns Lamborghini, Bugatti, Bentley, Audi, etc. When you only sell expensive things to the rich, you have a self defeating business plan and you'll eventually fail and be bought by the company that makes things that everyone can afford, because they're the ones raking in the profits. If these people want customers, they really need to base themselves somewhere with a low cost of living with easy access to building materials. Labour will be less expensive, materials will be less expensive, land will be less expensive, taxes will be lower, and the prices can be more affordable because of your lower overhead meaning more people will buy the product, meaning more profit overall. As it stands, there are MANY places in the united states where 300k will get you a site built home FAR larger than that 1100; that closes the door on a lot of potential customers.
$338000 for 1100SF is insulting. Thats all just for the novelty to say you live in a prefab home Then you still have to buy the land and pour the foundation. You can get a much bigger home for less . With thoes prices in this market. I dont suspect this company to be around for too long
What about mandatory fire sprinkler systems required in all California homes? Are these prefab homes exempt? Also, I thought the whole point of going with a prefab home was to save labor costs and material waste, but these prices appear to be the same or higher than a custom stick built home of the same or larger size. Where is the $10,000 Elon Musk home that turned into a $50,000 home, and by the time you actually finish getting one delivered and set up with all utility connections, you will probably spend closer to $100,000, or more? We definitely need better affordable housing solutions with the current state of the economy and inflation eating up wages faster than we can get wages to increase. Sorry for the rant, and I hope you can find some truly affordable prefab homes in the near future. I appreciate your work in trying to find them.
Re: The Bidet with superpowers… YES YOU CAN! I stayed at a nice high rise Japanese hotel and the toilet had buttons, me being curious started pressing them. Next thing I know my back side is being blasted by what must have been 200 psi ice cold AF water. It was painful, it was an involuntary enema by brute force, I felt like I’d been raped. 🤣
Enjoy your channel… I’m in the New River Valley of Va,, close to VA Tech,, any good companies close to me? Seems like they’re all in California or Nevada etc. ???
Kerry- your so funny! I’ve been watching these videos as these pre fans are finally shall I say more respectful, stylish and smart. More options. My question to you is- do you have to pay more for dual pane windows? And what grade insulation do these have? Thanks for your info.
Smaller home will be more per square foot. But there is limit to price where I can build locally for less money. And basement is cheaper psf than regula
idk 250 for the 800 seems high.Terry you may want to do a historical piece on the super successful Gunnison plywood panelized homes of the post WWII era(early 1940s-early 1950s.)Panelized houses are not new.
I live in SF, CA and these prices are exorbitant: no land (no perk test and no survey)...no septic system...no foundation...no assembly...no connection to utilities...and BEFORE all those required costs PRIOR TO INSTALLATION are paid, the price per square foot of the 1104 model is already $303.00. THAT is why they're really pushing their backyard sheds. ...and just because you're in your sweatpants doesn't mean you can't still glide around the room and offer your guests biscuit-wrapped cocktail weenies before you plop down on the couch in front of your TV. Just saying...
Rocket Surgery?! In case you didn't know it, it's Rocket Science. Must have smoked a bowl before filming. Yes Kerry I pay attention. Like your show....
Please do not post a video like this without giving us the price of the standard package. If you hold back the numbers you come out sounding like a used car salesman ready to play a trick at the end. Run stay away from advertisements like this if they cannot post a standard price.
These California based companies are hurting themselves being based in CA. California taxes on business make it almost impossible to make their homes worth the $.
NnnneeeeerrrrrrrRRRRRROoooooooooommmmm Yep! I'm gonna have to listen to that idea in half speed I totally missed it but it left me in stitches anyway!!!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
terrific choices, thanks for sharing. I like the Orrin 1104 and the open floor plan with 2b 2b. Simple and timeless design. Your enthusiasm for what you do, shows.
Lmao what a joke; you can certainly tell this is a California company by looking at those prices lmao: you could by a mansion from one of these defunct celebrities for cheaper, literally
Another great video. The only thing I can criticize is how you're forcing so many people to pay these outrageous prices. I mean, don't you have anything with permits, landscaping, furniture, site inspection and building permits included for $49.45? Oh, and it must be able to withstand hurricane gale force winds, earthquakes, fire and flood or you're a monster.
Ever notice that the process you describe is identical for every mfgr????? And each one says they aredesigning for customer needs at more afforable prices....Do any ever say " We're making what we want without regard to consumer needs and cost is no object." ?
I soooo want a modern prefab home, but live in Georgia (metro-Atlanta). Does anyone here know of any company that have these types of homes in my state?
I thought about getting a roof top deck but I live in Indiana with lotsa rain ice & snow and worry about maintenance to keep it from rotting my ceiling & leaking. Best part of prefab homes is the low maintenance aspect.
Love seeing these companies providing prefab homes, so many material and design directions. I lived in one of the original prefab.. Steiner arch rafter. Here in Vancouver there is a company called Mitsui. I worked on a multi family..years ago, where they produce wood wall floor systems and have built the tallest wood frame structure. For people looking for wood a frame home having prefab walls that stand in no time it is an option. Keep on keeping us in the loop on new projects.
Luv a roof top deck , it’s a space to relax or have a roof top garden
good point!
These are great Kerry! Great job providing the information. And your stylist did a great job on your haircut!
Thank you!!
Well, it's not rocket surgery, but he did alright.
@@redrock861 😂🤣
Ok Kerry, I love, love, love them, BUT ! These companies need to get the hell out of California. I AM NOT going to pay California prices for a home in Tennessee. Period !
The humor is very important young man..
Glad you enjoy it!
Appreciate your channel Kerry. So, basic question, do most of these companies use techniques and materials/insulation that will be effective in climates that experience winter temps below zero F? That might sound like an obvious question but I haven’t heard anything about these companies keeping that attribute in mind. Again, thanks so much for your information and weekly updates.
Those $ per sq ft are crazy! It is a lot cheaper to stick build. You don't even need a permit to build a shed < 100ftsq in my market.
hahaha - the free jokes are the best
Haha thanks for watching
I'm British and in the UK, and I'm disappointed kits like these are unavailable here.
Hey Kerry...there's a new development in toilet paper...bamboo. I've been using almost 2 years!
Interesting!
Kerry. I love your passion for pref houses. I enjoy your direct and simple messages. Keep it up. Thank you for educating and entretaining us.
Appreciate that! Thanks for watching 🙌🏼
same here....can't show appreciation enough for his finds and how well he presents them.
Your going to have to start replays 😂
Maybe I’m misunderstanding the purpose of modular/prefab homes. I was looking for affordable housing. I’d give up bells and whistles for new, large square footage that’s cheaper than pre existing homes on the market today. This doesn’t seem to be my solution.
Yaaaa! Roof top decks! I want one where my old dogs, and disabled friends can get up there. Ramp or lift?
How much for the house at final?
They need an 1104 with a rooftop deck! The prices arent crazy but still a little too high considering you have to buy land and all the other things involved! Still, they may drop a bit more...fingers crossed
Thanks for watching!
You did it again ! Outstanding presentation 😂, but what materials?
well it is interesting your posting this california company right now as no home builders are available due to all of the storms they are hiving right now. although they may be busy after all the trouble they are having in california is done
“Not Rocket Surgery” - is that the same as “taking the bull by the hands?” Hahaha thx for the laugh
haha I like it
Looking for 2 bdrm,
How about a video on how to obtain land to put one of these homes on?
Good idea 🙏🏻
Hmmm....
Great video Kerry, Let's not expect this company to last long. Anything opperating out of California is better off just moving operations elsewhere. Unfortunately California is a failed experiment.
An Airstream is a much better deal
You should get to the pictures/diagrams and spend more time there...
Thank you for the feedback!
Unfortunately, if you actually do a bit of research, the prefab option is about double the price of a stick build home, if you compare cost per square foot. Until prefab manufacturers figure out a way to get to cost down, it's really just a product for gullible people who don't look past the romance.
Love all the corporate speak. All these manufacturers use all the same verbiage. Yeah, we get it you want to revolutionize and "reimagine" the building process using "sustainable" this or that. 🙄
A very expensive option to building
This stuff is so ridiculously overpriced it's laughable!!!!! 240 sq.ft for 78K! 520 sq.ft for 175k! What's the damn point of buying one of these??????
Any GC with decent subs could build super high quality, twice the size, for half the price.
Seriously.......what's the point?
Highly inappropriate pricing... as usual
Hey, great work. Any standouts in the North East i.e. Vermont, New Hampshire, Quebec?
The problem with prefab is the price is not lower than traditional build ones. So what's the benefit? Build faster? Not sure if even that is true. Greener? Maybe but where is the proof? and how much does the owner care about that?
One thing for sure is that I've seen so many ads from Facebook/Google on prefab homes. Specifically Cerca. This marketing alone is gonna bump up the price since the customers are paying for them.
I suspect it might just be a fad.
Before you decide to pursue this type of home, or even on site studio etc., you need to check your counties rules etc. prefabs aren’t allowed in a lot of towns and cities…
Love the videos Kerry! Even when you mix metaphors! "It's not rocket surgery" after all!
Haha glad to hear it
Style and looks great. Great 🎉work on this and interesting company I may have to Circle around it ? Pun indeed ! Keep ‘em coming ❤ woo hoo !
On their instagram, they show smart tinting windows... That's impressive
so cool!
Prices - $34900 for the shed, >250k for the hovel, 338k for the nice compact house
THANKYOU
Wowza, that is so not cheap.
@@Erin-Thor and it doesn’t include the site work, permits, foundation, assembly, and finishes (flooring, kitchen, fixtures, appliances, etc)
@@uteruspower1862 are we living in the peak of capitalism 😂 cuz holly fuck we gen Z are screwed
This channel and the guy in particular, are so out of touch. Nuts 🥜
Wow, these homes are getting more and more creative and beautiful! Thank you Kerry!
Edit: And I hear ya on the sweatpants.
Glad you like them!
@@KerryTarnow All your videos are pretty awesome.
beautiful, yes, but 300K for 1000SQ with 7% interest...yikes
more creative and more expensive
I agree these are nice but I think that a lot of the prefab home companies have begun to miss their targeted market. Nobody wants to buy a prefab home and pay what you would pay for a traditional built home. These were supposed to be the alternative to the housing market problem right now. Why would I pay $338,000 for a 2 bedroom home when I could buy a 3 or 4 bedroom for the same price. Also these companies based out of California are out of touch with the real market of America.
That's why they run their business for California clients. Prefab and manufactured homes, as an alternative housing option, are available in almost all states,
Exquisite is a great description. Love the look, especially the exterior of the third option you showed. Keep up the great work Kerry. 😎
Thanks Billy!!
So the price of the home has nothing to do with the price of the assembling of the home. In other words you can buy the home but it's not assembled
We need some on the east coast so we can get the east coast pricing. That california price tag is a bit steep for me 😂
I am most likely going to go with this prefab company. Cerca Homes seems to have the best quality by far
Thanks for watching 🙌🏼
How is the prices
With the views on our property, a rooftop deck would be awesome.
Sweet 🙌🏼
Thanks, Kerry! Always an interesting new option from you!
Thanks for watching Joe
Looks nice but apparently nobody there thought about storage and closet spaces.
Yes, and a lot of space is wasted on TWO full sized bathrooms. A walk in shower is all you need and would cut down on space that could be used for other things.
Remember these are California prices!!!!
Thanks Kerry! I really like the Mid Century modern look of the last home. They're all so nice.
Glad you like them!
Nice designs. Thanks for the video!
Thanks for tuning in!
Agreed that roof decks are under represented. I've always enjoyed them at other people's places Never had one of my own.
Thanks to watching 🙌🏼
I believe Kerry will be offered a show pretty soon. It's that humor and keeping a straight face on the pricing😉 Thank you I appreciate it greatly.
That would be cool! Thanks for watching
I love the designs. But... 80 sq.ft. @ $34k? That's $425.00 per foot. Or another way to think about it. 4 walls, a roof and a floor at $5,666.00 each. Are they using titanium instead of galvanized steel? Oh, no, wait, comprehension dawns... the cost of manufacturing this in Colly-FornYa...but really, $17k in materials and labor, and $17k in profit. I'm sure that 6 guys could bang this together in a day, start to finish. $1k each in labor, that leaves $11,000.00 for material or something thereabouts... Or maybe I'm out in left field? Thoughts?
I'm just trying to find an affordable house for about $30k to $40,000. Then all I need will be a piece of land. I don't think many people in the comments can afford a house that cost $350,000.
Almost none of these pre-fab or modular homes are created to allow for more affordable, yet high quality and efficient housing. They're just a snappy trend with comparable pricing.
Why do these companies base themselves out of one of the most expensive states in the union? Do they not like money? That's not working smarter at all.
If they want to sell only to a niche market in really expensive locations, that's fine, but there's a reason that Volkswagen owns Lamborghini, Bugatti, Bentley, Audi, etc. When you only sell expensive things to the rich, you have a self defeating business plan and you'll eventually fail and be bought by the company that makes things that everyone can afford, because they're the ones raking in the profits.
If these people want customers, they really need to base themselves somewhere with a low cost of living with easy access to building materials. Labour will be less expensive, materials will be less expensive, land will be less expensive, taxes will be lower, and the prices can be more affordable because of your lower overhead meaning more people will buy the product, meaning more profit overall.
As it stands, there are MANY places in the united states where 300k will get you a site built home FAR larger than that 1100; that closes the door on a lot of potential customers.
$338000 for 1100SF is insulting. Thats all just for the novelty to say you live in a prefab home
Then you still have to buy the land and pour the foundation. You can get a much bigger home for less . With thoes prices in this market. I dont suspect this company to be around for too long
What about mandatory fire sprinkler systems required in all California homes? Are these prefab homes exempt? Also, I thought the whole point of going with a prefab home was to save labor costs and material waste, but these prices appear to be the same or higher than a custom stick built home of the same or larger size. Where is the $10,000 Elon Musk home that turned into a $50,000 home, and by the time you actually finish getting one delivered and set up with all utility connections, you will probably spend closer to $100,000, or more? We definitely need better affordable housing solutions with the current state of the economy and inflation eating up wages faster than we can get wages to increase. Sorry for the rant, and I hope you can find some truly affordable prefab homes in the near future. I appreciate your work in trying to find them.
Pricing doesn't include installation? Holy shit. Custom pricing for prefab is the reason these companies fold. Bad biz plan.
Sweet…Thanks for Sharing…love the concept not the price…Poncho C
It won't be cheaper. It never will be. I really don't see the purpose. Dozens have done this, most go out of business real quick.
These look really nice !
If I order one I don't have to stay in California though, do I ! 🤔
I'm not sure how far they deliver, but I doubt it!
Nobody does
Re: The Bidet with superpowers… YES YOU CAN! I stayed at a nice high rise Japanese hotel and the toilet had buttons, me being curious started pressing them. Next thing I know my back side is being blasted by what must have been 200 psi ice cold AF water. It was painful, it was an involuntary enema by brute force, I felt like I’d been raped. 🤣
This post made me laugh so hard I almost spit out my water.
@@ucsbgirlie18 - So sorry about that. 😁
Enjoy your channel… I’m in the New River Valley of Va,, close to VA Tech,, any good companies close to me? Seems like they’re all in California or Nevada etc. ???
Kerry- your so funny! I’ve been watching these videos as these pre fans are finally shall I say more respectful, stylish and smart. More options. My question to you is- do you have to pay more for dual pane windows? And what grade insulation do these have? Thanks for your info.
this is such a good option for prefab studios ! so cool 🔥🔥🔥
Glad you enjoyed 🙌🏼
Smaller home will be more per square foot. But there is limit to price where I can build locally for less money. And basement is cheaper psf than regula
LOVE THE HOMES, DON'T LIKE THE PRICING!😜🤨😱
I'm gonna run AWAY from your inventive idea, cuz it sounds like a bunch of hot air :)
hahaha! probably smart
Kerry thanks for sharing.
Love it
Glad you enjoyed it!
idk 250 for the 800 seems high.Terry you may want to do a historical piece on the super successful Gunnison plywood panelized homes of the post WWII era(early 1940s-early 1950s.)Panelized houses are not new.
House will be ready in months and California will take two years for permits
I live in SF, CA and these prices are exorbitant: no land (no perk test and no survey)...no septic system...no foundation...no assembly...no connection to utilities...and BEFORE all those required costs PRIOR TO INSTALLATION are paid, the price per square foot of the 1104 model is already $303.00. THAT is why they're really pushing their backyard sheds.
...and just because you're in your sweatpants doesn't mean you can't still glide around the room and offer your guests biscuit-wrapped cocktail weenies before you plop down on the couch in front of your TV. Just saying...
Rocket Surgery?! In case you didn't know it, it's Rocket Science. Must have smoked a bowl before filming. Yes Kerry I pay attention. Like your show....
Hahaha
Roof top dex is for bar b q. Or night stars watch, But dont forget only good for country side. City: sewage exhaust to roof, smell bad....
Thanks for watching
Kerry, Thank You for all you do.
Thanks for watching Tim, appreciate it!
Very nice designs.
Thanks for watching GG
Please do not post a video like this without giving us the price of the standard package. If you hold back the numbers you come out sounding like a used car salesman ready to play a trick at the end. Run stay away from advertisements like this if they cannot post a standard price.
Thank you for the feedback
These California based companies are hurting themselves being based in CA. California taxes on business make it almost impossible to make their homes worth the $.
Thanks for watching 🙌🏼
NnnneeeeerrrrrrrRRRRRROoooooooooommmmm
Yep! I'm gonna have to listen to that idea in half speed I totally missed it but it left me in stitches anyway!!!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Haha thanks for watching
800ft^2 is perfect for this guy!
great!
Same. My apartment is 500sf...
338K for 1100 sqft, the are smoking the good stuff.
Haha
Well CA prices too.
terrific choices, thanks for sharing. I like the Orrin 1104 and the open floor plan with 2b 2b.
Simple and timeless design. Your enthusiasm for what you do, shows.
Thanks for watching
Beautiful.
Thanks for watching 🙌🏼
Lmao what a joke; you can certainly tell this is a California company by looking at those prices lmao: you could by a mansion from one of these defunct celebrities for cheaper, literally
Another great video. The only thing I can criticize is how you're forcing so many people to pay these outrageous prices. I mean, don't you have anything with permits, landscaping, furniture, site inspection and building permits included for $49.45? Oh, and it must be able to withstand hurricane gale force winds, earthquakes, fire and flood or you're a monster.
Ever notice that the process you describe is identical for every mfgr????? And each one says they aredesigning for customer needs at more afforable prices....Do any ever say " We're making what we want without regard to consumer needs and cost is no object." ?
WAY WAY TO EXPENSIVE, I'VE SEEN BETTER OPTIONS OUT THERE..
Thank you for the feedback
After doing things the same way for over 100 yrs it’s time for a change, some will not be able to keep up it’s called “progress”.
Love being charged and extra 200k for the premium title.😅😅😅
Are these winter and snow proof?
Nice but outrageously priced.
Thanks for watching
I soooo want a modern prefab home, but live in Georgia (metro-Atlanta). Does anyone here know of any company that have these types of homes in my state?
Do you have anything by manufacturers in the northeast. Hoping shipping costs will be cheaper.
boxabl 2 bedroom is costing $300,000. Call for pricing, best bet
45 seconds of information, 9 minutes of self-promotion and garbage
I thought about getting a roof top deck but I live in Indiana with lotsa rain ice & snow and worry about maintenance to keep it from rotting my ceiling & leaking. Best part of prefab homes is the low maintenance aspect.
The price of these homes is outrageous.
Thank you for the feedback Katniss
The...........Dream............And,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,The...............Journey................Are...............'ONE' !!!!!!!!
Are these prefab homes more expensive than traditional prefab homes?
Interesting but seems much mor expensive than site built homes, what’s the point?
buy the plans or design your own and build a similar home for 3% less
Love seeing these companies providing prefab homes, so many material and design directions. I lived in one of the original prefab.. Steiner arch rafter. Here in Vancouver there is a company called Mitsui. I worked on a multi family..years ago, where they produce wood wall floor systems and have built the tallest wood frame structure. For people looking for wood a frame home having prefab walls that stand in no time it is an option. Keep on keeping us in the loop on new projects.