Comparison of Traditional and Modular Construction in Terms of Technology, Time and Cost

Modular construction is a rapidly growing sector of the construction industry in recent years. This paper presents information on modular construction technology, including its characteristic features and the positive aspects resulting from its use. It discusses the scope of application, completion time, quality of workmanship and ways to minimise losses during the module production process, along with the possibility of reusing both the modules and the materials from which they are made. The comparative analysis covered technological and economic aspects as well as completion time, using the example of a single-family residential building for two technological variants: modular and traditional construction. Both technologies were discussed in detail. The economic analysis was based on market research of offers from companies specialising in the construction of buildings using the technology in question. The cost estimate for traditional construction was prepared using the BIMestiMate programme. A comparative analysis of the construction time for buildings using both technologies was also carried out.