Is modular buildings/construction beneficial to the construction industry

Abstract

The objective of this thesis is to define and explain the benefits as well as the limitations of modular construction. It will try to educate and familiarize the reader, builder and consumer about modular buildings/construction and how this alternative construction method is beneficial to the South African construction profession and property market. The knowledge contained in this thesis will address issues pertaining to modular construction for the first time builder/consumer and how such issues can be avoided or dealt with when it arises.