Advantages of Pre-Engineering
lthough the history of pre-engineered houses is a long and successful one, some misunderstandings still exist. One of the more common is that true custom quality building can only be done on site. Actually, shop-built components are often of superior quality, as the designing and pre-engineering are more highly sophisticated. Also, shop-built components are built with more precision on better quality shop equipment, by more highly skilled craftsmen, working in a controlled environment that assures consistent quality. Again, this is not a new idea. Indeed most of the detail work of yesterday’s architectural classic homes was produced in carpentry and cabinet making shops and then brought to site for final installation. Some parts of the building process, however, are still best done at the site. Roofing, siding, installation of doors and windows and certain trims and mouldings are best applied at the building location. Unlike other pre-engineering building companies, we have over 30 years experience in general contracting in our area. This gives us a huge advantage in knowing what works to make a seamless transition from shop components to a completed architectural masterpiece.

Building a Connor Home
ur houses begin to take shape with the initial plan design. Once the plan goes to production, a highly detailed set of shop drawings is produced that not only contain the information required by our shop team, but also all of the calculation and design modifications needed to accommodate the many reproduction details that will take place later at the site. We also draw large-scale details depicting the exact layout of cornices, rake soffits, entrances, etc, so that nothing is left to chance in the field. Many of these elements are actually built in our shop. We build stud frame wall panels sheathed with plywood, with all door and window openings in place, and interior walls are pre-built in the shop. We cut rafters and rafter tails to receive our special trim. These materials are then delivered to the job site.

local contractor then takes over to erect the shell of the house including interior partitions, all exterior trim work, and roofing and siding installation. We also sell our complete package to other builders or directly to the homeowner, who then assumes the construction of the shell. At all times we have staff on hand to answer any building questions you may encounter while erecting one of our packages. Our plans are clear and concise, and we take pride in the fact that our shop builds a quality product, with great precision and care.