We are a Recognized Independent Builder of custom designed modular homes by Epoch Corp.

Our customer’s needs, building design and technology, building codes, and the available skilled labor pool, are constantly changing. In the early 1990’s, we realized that the benefits of modular construction addressed many of these issues. We could see so much potential, but came away believing what the industry offered was not the best fit for our customers.

Occasionally, we would take a fresh look at modular companies, paying attention to those in the northeast. Epoch Homes had become the clear standout in the region.

Epoch meets our criteria - a modular home company designing and building to standards our customers expect. We are excited to be an Independent Builder offering Epoch Modular Homes.

The advantages of an Epoch modular home built by RVC

Home design and engineering included

Modular home building has evolved to the point that architectural style and design options are nearly unlimited. Working from your ideas or architect's concept, RVC and Epoch Homes will complete your modular home plans. Without additional expense, we will draft the building, electrical, and plumbing plans, and perform the necessary structural engineering to meet the latest building codes.

Faster start-to-finish construction time

Scheduling of your project is well managed throughout each phase, resulting in a predictable move-in date. Typically 5-6 months are required from the start of the design process to occupancy of an Epoch home. For a stick-built home of comparable size and complexity, the average build time is 8-9 months, not including the design phase.

A faster solution for teardown / rebuild projects and additions.

Modular home construction is a reliably faster solution when minimal disruption of the neighborhood or the Owner's living situation is of critical concern.

Epoch offers a wide selection of quality building products

Using Epoch's on-line product manual, your selection process is streamlined and completed before the factory starts production. Your weekend shopping trips are reduced to only the selection of items that will be completed by RVC once your home arrives.

Examples of products that are standard with an Epoch home are Andersen and Pella windows and doors, Yorktowne cabinets, Kohler plumbing fixtures, Maax bathtubs, and Moen faucets.

Superior build quality

Epoch builds homes using top quality framing and sheathing materials. The homes are structurally over-built to withstand transportation over roads, and to meet the latest code requirements for wind uplift, snow loads, coastal zones, and catastrophic earthquake damage.

Inside the homes, high quality standards are apparent; wall and ceiling surfaces are smooth finished without visible seams, interior woodwork and cabinet installation is held to close tolerances, stair systems feature oak treads and railings, and the paintwork is smoothly applied.

All of the factory performed work phases are monitored by experienced quality control personnel, and checked by a third party agency to ensure compliance to the latest building codes.

Upon completion, an Epoch modular home is indistinguishable from a high-quality stick-built home.

Low Maintenance

Our standard exterior materials typically include 30-year architectural roof shingles, vinyl or solid PVC trimboards, vinyl or cement-composite siding, fiberglass clad entrance doors, vinyl or aluminum clad windows and patio doors, composite porch decking, columns, and railing systems. If you prefer wood siding and trim we offer durable factory applied finishes.

Ten-year structural warranty

All Epoch modular homes include a 10-year structural warranty.

Financial savings - short & long-term

Shorter construction time results in less construction loan interest payments.

A reliable pricing system. Once the design and estimating process is completed we will lock-in the price of the home. Our contracts typically allow Owners to make changes or add-ons, without penalty, to the non-factory built phases of your project.

All of Epoch's homes are built to be very energy efficient. Owners of homes with optional energy saving features may realize substantial savings on utility bills.

Increased resale value as the costs for heating and cooling energy increase over time.

Some energy upgrades may qualify for federal or state tax credits or equipment rebates. There is a database of programs at www.dsireusa.org

Increasingly, banks are offering Energy Efficient / Green Mortgages that take the energy cost savings into consideration when calculating payments to income ratios.

Energy efficiency

Our homes are inherently energy efficient and comfortable due to thoughtful use of materials and air sealing processes that are difficult to duplicate in site-built homes.

Insulation, and important related detailing, is done to Energy-Star compliant specifications, resulting in less energy consumption, and increased comfort during all seasons. Icynene foam insulation is an available option.

All windows and doors have High-Performance glass.

We will select, plan, and install an energy-efficient heating and cooling system that is appropriate for your lifestyle requirements.

Inherently greener and healthier

With modular construction there is much less disruption to the local environment, and much less waste compared to a site-built home.

All of Epoch's framing materials are received, stored, and the homes are built, within a controlled dry environment, reducing the chance of mold growth.

Improved indoor air quality resulting from the use of many low V.O.C. products such as low-formaldehyde sheathing panels, glue, caulking, and flooring products.

All homes are built with a 3" stack from the basement to the attic, allowing for future installation of a radon vent fan.

Epoch's proven experience. provides an advantageous starting point when planning a home intended to meet the standards of a green rating system such as LEED, NAHB National Green Building Standard, or Energy-star.

For related Green building info please see:

Green Home Designs That Are Energy Star and ICC-700 Compliant!!

RVC's Green Building Page

In keeping with Epoch's commitment to Green and Sustainable building, the Epoch plant is currently in the process of certification for Energy Star compliancy. The goal is to simplify the process, so that Energy Star Certification can be applied to more of our client's new homes.

Read what this client has to say about her new modular home.

Epoch Homes 2010 Home Building Seminars and Factory Open house dates.

In addition, we are a member of Bonded Builders Warranty Group.

Modular home images courtesy of RVC and Epoch Homes.