Dec 11, 2024
With the continuous development of the construction industry, prefabricated houses are becoming more and more favored by the market as a fast, environmentally friendly and economical construction solution. However, when consulting prefabricated houses, many customers find that the quotations of different manufacturers are quite different, and even the quotations of different projects of the same company are different. This is because prefabricated houses are highly customized products, and their price is affected by a variety of factors and cannot be simply measured by a fixed price. In this article, we will take a detailed look at the components of a prefabricated home price, the key factors that affect the price, and how to choose the right prefabricated home option.
1.The composition of the price of prefabricated houses
The price of a prefabricated house is mainly composed of the following parts:
Components
Price ratio (%)
Influencing factors
note
Material costs
60%-70%
Material type, specification, quality
It mainly includes steel, wall materials, etc
Design costs
5%-10%
Customized
Including structural design and exterior design
Production costs
10%-15%
Production process, equipment
The more standardized the factory manufacturing, the lower the cost
Transport costs
5%-10%
Distance, mode of transport
The farther the distance, the more difficult it is to transport, and the higher the cost
Installation costs
5%-10%
Construction environment, construction difficulty
Labor costs for on-site installation are included
After-sales service costs
2%-5%
Warranty period, service content
The more perfect the after-sales service, the higher the cost
As can be seen from the table, the cost of materials accounts for the main part of the price of prefabricated houses, followed by the cost of design, production, transportation, and installation. Therefore, when choosing a prefabricated house, customers should not only pay attention to the unit price, but also understand the material selection, design scheme and service content of different manufacturers.
2. the key factors affecting the price of prefabricated houses
(1). The size and structural form of the house
The area and structural form of the prefabricated house directly affect the amount of materials used and the difficulty of construction.
Area/structure type
Price
Causes of impact
Single-storey bungalow
low
The structure is simple and the material cost is low
Double-storey villa type
middle
The structure is complex and requires more materials and design
Multi-storey commercial building
high
Higher strength materials and designs are required
(2). Selection of materials
Materials are the largest component of the cost of a prefabricated house, and the choice of different materials will directly affect the price.
Type of material
Price
Advantages
Shortcomings
Light steel structure
high
High strength and durability
High price
Wooden structure
middle
Environmentally friendly and beautiful in appearance
Poor fire performance
Precast concrete slabs
higher
Strong durability and good sound insulation
Heavy weight and high shipping costs
Insulation
low
Good thermal insulation
Increase the overall cost
(3). Design and degree of customization
The design scheme of the prefabricated house affects the overall price, and the cost of standardized design is lower, while the cost of customized design is extra.
Type of design
Cost
Reasons that affect the price
Standardized design
low
Use existing sizes at a lower cost
Semi-custom design
middle
Adjust some details according to customer needs
Fully custom designed
high
It is completely designed according to customer needs, and the cost is higher
(4). Construction environment and installation difficulty
The complexity of the construction environment and the difficulty of installation can also affect the price of prefabricated houses. For example, in areas with complex terrain and inconvenient transportation, installation costs will be higher.
Construction environment
Difficulty of construction
Installation costs
note
Flat ground
easy
low
The installation efficiency is high and the cost is low
Mountains/slopes
normal
middle
More support and reinforcement are needed
Extreme climate zones
hard
high
Special designs such as wind resistance and earthquake resistance need to be considered
3. Why are prefabricated houses customized products?
(1). Diversification of customer needs
Each customer's needs for a house are different, involving many aspects such as house use, area, design style, and material selection. As a result, prefabricated houses cannot adopt a "standardized" product to meet the needs of all customers.
(2). Site conditions are different
The conditions of the construction site have a great influence on the design and construction of prefabricated houses. For example, the type of foundation, climatic conditions, topographical characteristics, etc., will affect the structural design and material selection of the house.
(3). Diversified function configuration
The functional configuration of the prefabricated house can be adjusted according to the customer's needs, such as whether solar panels need to be installed, whether a smart home system needs to be added, whether special thermal insulation measures are required, etc. The choice of these features will also affect the final price of the home.
4. How to control the cost of prefabricated houses?
Choose the right design: Choose a standardized or semi-customized design according to your budget and avoid excessive personalization.
Reasonable selection of materials: choose the right materials according to the use environment, which not only ensures the quality, but also controls the cost.
Optimize the construction process: Choose an experienced construction team to reduce unnecessary rework and delays.
Plan your shipment and installation in advance: Avoid additional costs due to long distances or complex installation environments.
5. Price trends of prefabricated houses in the future
With the advancement of technology and the growth of market demand, the price of prefabricated houses will tend to be transparent and rationalized. At the same time, new materials and technologies will continue to emerge to further reduce production and installation costs.
Future Trends
Change direction
Influencing factors
Material costs
Gradually decrease
Advances in the application of new materials and production technologies
Design cost
More flexibility
The proliferation of digital design tools
Construction costs
Stable or slightly decreasing
The use of automated construction equipment
After-sales service costs
Be more transparent
Service standardization and increased competition
6. Conclusion
As a customized product, the price of prefabricated houses is affected by a variety of factors and cannot be measured by a fixed price. When choosing a prefabricated house, the client needs to choose the design scheme, materials and construction team according to their own needs and budget. At the same time, with the development of technology and the maturity of the market, the price of prefabricated houses will be more transparent and rational, providing customers with higher cost performance.
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