Comparing Modular Buildings to Traditional Construction

It’s fair to say the last few years have brought many economic challenges that have hugely impacted UK businesses. The uncertainty of Brexit and the economic pressures brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic have compounded to create a tough business climate. The construction industry, in particular, has been impacted, with development projects stalling or failing to get off the ground.

When faced with an uncertain economy, businesses may be delaying any construction projects. However, this may not be an option for some companies, so they have to think creatively. The cost and timelines associated with traditional construction can be prohibitive for many companies. Whereas modular buildings offer an innovative approach to construction that could lead to successfully completed business building projects.

New Modular Buildings Enduring Economic Pressures

Supply chain disruptions, labour shortages and increased material costs have negatively affected the construction industry in the wake of recent pressures. The UK is facing further uncertainty with the change in government. The new Labour government has promised planning reform to boost development and infrastructure, hopefully revitalising the construction industry. However, with this comes change that will need to be carefully navigated to ensure that development projects are successful.

Companies need to think sensibly about what they need to succeed and remain competitive in testing trading times. Economic uncertainty does not necessarily halt all construction projects, but it does mean that businesses need to carefully consider how their developments are completed.

Are you considering a future construction project? Or are you in the early stages of a new development for your business? Have you considered utilising modular buildings for your new or expanded business premises?

In this instance, modular construction may provide innovative options and benefits that traditional construction cannot, so let’s compare them.

How Modular Buildings compare to traditional construction

Modular buildings are not a new addition to the construction landscape. However, they are becoming a more popular choice for new projects. There are clear benefits to considering new modular buildings over traditionally constructed buildings.

Speed of construction

Modular buildings are manufactured in a factory environment, which dramatically reduces the construction time. A factory environment can also reduce delays in the supply chain with a more efficient material procurement process.

Modular construction is less affected by delays caused by bad weather, a particular issue for traditional construction in the UK! Time is money, so the reduced construction time means fewer labour costs and a faster return on investment.

Modular building projects can be completed up to 50% faster than traditional construction.

Versatility

The flexibility of modular buildings outdoes traditional construction methods. The versatility of modular construction extends to location, size and usage requirements. When you choose a modular building, you are less restricted in your options. Even after your project is complete, you can adapt or extend your space much easier than if you’d gone with a traditional method.  

Whether you need open plan spaces or require more private workspaces, a modular building will accommodate different work styles. Effective partition walls can be incorporated into the space to allow flexibility during the working day.

Modular buildings can be installed in almost any location with minimal disruption. Positioning your business closer to your customers and staff gives you even more options for an effective and productive business location.  

Sustainability

Right from their start in the factory, modular buildings offer a greener option for construction, when compared to conventional methods. Being able to carefully monitor the assembly process in a factory environment gives a greater level of control.

By efficiently utilising materials through a managed production and procurement process results in less waste. The factory-controlled environment also produces fewer carbon emissions than traditional construction.

Modular construction is renowned for using sustainable and recyclable materials.

Safety

Modular building installation sites present a safer working environment than traditional construction sites. This is because most of the work on a modular building takes place in a controlled factory space.

Because less time is spent on a modular installation site than on a construction site, they are less affected by adverse weather risks. Traditional construction needs much more heavy equipment than modular builds. The shorter installation time reduces the exposure to on-site hazards, which makes for a much safer process.

Modular Construction promotes industry growth

Faced with the challenges of the current economic climate, UK businesses can benefit from a cost-effective construction method. Traditional construction can be a slow and costly process which can impede business growth and be unachievable for many companies.

Modular buildings can challenge the barriers to business growth that can be experienced with traditional methods. They offer shorter construction times to reduce labour and machinery hire costs. The factory construction method uses fewer materials, which reduces the overall cost.

As modular buildings use sustainable and energy-efficient materials, they are also cheaper to run than traditional buildings. Environmentally friendly buildings could result in tax breaks for your business that make your modular building even more cost-effective.  

New modular buildings offer a cost-effective construction solution without compromising on quality. Business owners can see a much more efficient return on investment by choosing modular buildings for their facilities. By offering a cost-effective option for your business, modular buildings help to promote business growth when it might not have been previously possible.

High-Quality Modular Buildings for Sale from PF Modular

PF Modular offers a great solution for businesses and organisations looking for new premises or expanding existing sites. Modular buildings provide a cost-effective, fast, flexible and sustainable answer to premises for any industry.

We have years of experience in supplying buildings for schools, hospitals, offices and commercial sites around the UK. Our team provides a complete turnkey solution from design right through to installation, we’ll help manage the whole project.