Often the first questions a potential client asks are, “What is the process? Where do we begin?” Our quality customer care and consultative approach will guide you through the modular construction process, providing professional guidance every step of the way.

Step 1: Selecting a Home Site

Many of our clients either already own the site on which they want their home built or an existing home they are looking to teardown and rebuild. However, if you are not already in possession of a home site, Zarrilli Homes can assist you in one of three ways.

First— We often hold several home sites in our inventory that might suit your relocation plans.
Second—We can connect you with a reputable real estate agent in the area you are looking to move to.
Third—Because we stay abreast of the Real Estate Market seeking available investment opportunities, we may be able to direct you to the home site of your dreams based on our own research and expertise.

Step 2: Home Design and Planning

Our premier home manufacturers offer countless designs that fit and meet the needs of many of our clients, often with little or no customization. Some customers come with their own set of plans ready to go, maybe with slight modifications to make them “modular” friendly or to conform to their home site specifications.

Nonetheless, Zarrilli Homes prides itself on being a custom modular builder. For clients who just have a general idea of what they want and are seeking a truly custom home, the design process often begins with a series of meetings with the builder who creates a “rough draft” of your ideas utilizing our custom software. You are then referred to one of our preferred architects to turn those preliminary drawings into your ultimate masterpiece.

Finally, the architect coordinates with our engineers to finalize your plans to be ready for submission to the home manufacturer. The engineers ensure that your home fits your site’s specifications and that it meets all structural requirements.

Step 3: Variances and Permits

Due to its longevity in the Building Industry, the Zarrilli Family has established exceptional relationships with township officials in many of the Jersey Shore communities. This, coupled with our professional expertise and knowledge of the latest building codes and regulations, enables us to effectively assist you through the variance and permit processes.

Step 4: Financing

Once your plans are finalized, Zarrilli Homes will provide you with a final contract price. You may choose to handle all of your financing personally. However, for those needing a resource, M&T Bank is our preferred lender, specializing in the financing of modular home construction. M&T offers not only an on–line application, quick approval, and competitive rates, but most importantly, arranges a payment schedule that caters to the purchase of a modular home. While most other banks will not release the lump sum of cash needed upon delivery of the home, M&T ensures you have the cash you need when you need it.

Should you be interested in more information on M&T, please contact Stephanie Erney at 1–888–539–1160 ext. 6488 or serney@mandtbank.com or visit them on the web at www.mandtbank.com

Step 5: Construction

Construction begins with the clearing of your lot and/or demolition of an already existing home. Once completed, your foundation (slab, crawl space, or basement) is constructed. During this time, your final home plans are often being reviewed by the township to obtain the building permit.

Once the building permit is issued, your house is ordered from the home manufacturer and delivered to your home site in approximately six weeks. On–site completion of the home often ranges from 60 to 120 days, contingent upon the size of the home and the options and upgrades selected.

You will be introduced to your Project Manager, a member of the Zarrilli family, who is present on your site on a day–to–day basis to act as your consultant through the construction process.

Step 6: Home Warranty and Service

As a member of the 2–10 Home Buyers Warranty, Zarrilli Homes offers a 10–year warranty on your home, in addition to all other warranties provided by the manufacturers of the materials and mechanicals of your home. However, we hope that our relationship with our customers does not end there. We seek to make lifelong clients by providing the utmost in customer care for the life of your home. www.2–10.com