Typical Questions & Answer’s

 

1. Are American Elite Homes Pre-fabricated?

They are Conventional Homes.

American Elite Homes are NOT mobile, modular, or prefab. 

As a roof truss is built and erected on the job site, so are our wall panels.

2. What is your type of construction called?

“Open Panel Construction."

When a conventional builder "stick-builds" a home, he builds the walls on the sub-floor, then lifts them into position. American Elite Homes builds almost the same way.

The difference is the builder builds in the rain or sunshine with hand tools and expensive skilled labor.

American Elite Homes are built in a factory with automation using steel jigs and hydraulic presses to assure precision.

The completed wall panels are shipped to the job site where they are lifted into position by your builder the same as a “stick built” house.

 

3. How is an American Elite Home different from other homes?

American Elite Homes are basically the same as any contractor built home. They may be built on any type of foundation typical to your area.

They are built using high quality materials in a factory-controlled environment with 1/32 tolerance for error. This system allows simple and fast erection, thus reducing the site costs.

A Builder cannot compete with quantity purchasing power and Factory Mass Production.

Factory Production has better quality control, no weather delays and no expensive Carpenter’s wages.

4. What types of materials are used in the construction of AEH homes?

See “NUMBER 7” for Standard materials.

If you prefer other items or modifications, just inform us.

We will modify the packages to your needs and building code requirements. We cater to your needs and desires.

5. Where can American Elite Homes be built and do they require special lot requirements?

American Elite Homes are conventional homes.

You can build anywhere you can build any other conventional home:

·                     In subdivisions

·                     On a seashore

·                     Or in the mountains.

There are NO special lot requirements and NO special foundations.

6. American Elite Homes sound great; but how cost effective are they compared to normal construction techniques?

American Elite Homes are very cost efficient for many reasons:

·                     Because each unit is constructed in a controlled environment, homes are assured a great level of quality control. This construction technique also eliminates the cost of on-site theft and vandalism.

·                     Bulk purchasing abilities enable us to reduce our costs and pass the savings on to you. Costs are further reduced because there are no wasted materials, like on conventional job-sites.

·                     Purchasing a factory-constructed package significantly cuts expensive local labor costs and reduces the time required for completion. This lowers construction loan costs and allows the home to be sold (or moved into!) more quickly.

·                     Hand built items cannot logically compete cost wise with assemble line style items.

·                     The more time saved the more $$$ saved, time is money.

·                     The more of the home constructed in the factory, the less local labor needed, which is cost prohibitive in some areas.

7. What is included in an American Elite Home Package?

“What is Included in a Standard American Elite Home Package”

8. What exterior design options are available for American Elite Homes?

The exterior can be completed with any of today's masonry or wood products, from brick to western red cedar. Our drafting department has many architecturally designed spacious floor plans available. A custom-plan service is also available.

9. How many floor plans are available?

American Elite Homes has approximately 200 plans for residential and commercial applications. We can use your plans or a custom plan service is also available normally for little or no cost.

10. What is the charge for ordering a Custom Home?

NOTHING EXTRA! If we need to draw a custom set of prints there is a nominal fee, which normally ranges from $400. to $800.

11. Are American Elite Homes for residential applications only?

NO!

American Elite Homes offers many commercial applications.

Offices, duplexes, condominiums, apartments, townhouses etc.

You may choose from our many plans or we accept custom designs at no additional charge. We can use your Plans as well.

12. What delivery time may I expect?

Our normal delivery time is three to four weeks.

Some orders may take a week or two longer.

This allows sufficient time to prepare the home site and have the foundation ready when your package arrives.

13. How will I get my home package erected and home completed?

American Elite Homes recommends using any licensed local contractor.

A local crew should be able to erect a home package in one to three days, depending on the size. We supply blueprints, printed instructions, and videotape. The procedure is the same as a conventional house so no training is needed.

14. What is the expected completed cost for an American Elite Home?

Building costs vary greatly from coast to coast.                                                       A home built in California could cost double of the same house in Mississippi due to local labor, permit cost and the fact everything is higher there. The advantage of an American Elite Home is that its a fixed cost our panelized home will be he same. We estimate the savings to be 20% to 40% less than Conventional Construction

15. How is an American Elite Home financed?

American Elite Homes are Conventional Homes and may be financed by the same lending institutions as any other homes.

Lending institutions like American Elite Homes because of their quality craftsmanship: design appeal: energy efficiency and value.

16. Is there a restriction on where American Elite Homes can be delivered?

No!

American Elite Homes will ship Worldwide.

We can use over the road truck, piggyback rail, or containerize for overseas. Which ever offers the greater savings for the customer?

17. What makes an American Elite Homes attractive and sellable?

Obviously, quality craftsmanship, energy efficiency and affordability are major factors. However, today's consumers demand something more than dull, living modules. They demand contemporary design, eye appeal, and luxury. We are proud that American Elite Homes meets these needs by offering hundreds of house designs as well as custom services.