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With a firm belief that modular homes can be functional and beautiful, Homeway has become one of the Midwest's premiere modular home builders, known for their dedication to bringing beautiful homes to the masses.

The people at Homeway Homes know that just because a building is modular doesn’t mean that it can’t be custom designed and well crafted and they take pride that each home they build is more than just a module that rolls off a construction line.
"A great quality home shouldn't have to cost more," the company said. "Every homeowner desires to own a home that will be energy efficient, require little maintenance and perform well year after year."
Homeway, based in Deer Creek, Ill., is one of the most well-known modular home builders in the central Illinois, Missouri, Iowa and Wisconsin areas. With more than 40 basic plans to choose from, customers have a wide range of options when embarking upon a custom home building experience.
"With the advanced Auto CAD system, Homeway can design a vast array of floor plans and elevations such as ranches, two stories and cape cods," Brian Schieler, the company's founder, said. "We can personalize the home of your dreams."
Once a customer has decided on their floor plan and agreed upon any changes or additions to the design, the home moves into the building stage. Recent studies show that modular homes are generally built sturdier than homes built on a lot. All Homeway Homes are built indoors, in their 60,000 sq. ft. climate-controlled warehouse. Building materials and supplies are never exposed to rain, snow or other natural elements and thus they don't warp, swell or mold. Even the construction workers are more comfortable, able to work through the heat of the day and with easy access to well-organized tools.
The house moves through 15 different stations, including floor and wall building, plumbing and electric and interior painting, before being moved to the final inspection and wrap station where the home is prepped to be transported to the lot. This process usually takes about a week. Once on the lot, "a Homeway Home is usually completed onsite within a matter of days," the company said.
The company was founded by Bob Scheiler and Arnold Rassi in 1963 as Scheiler & Rassi Quality Builders, Inc. For 30 years, they worked in the custom home building business. After Rassi retired, Scheiler continued the business with his three sons: Brian, Rich and Ted. In 1995, the company decided to make a change, bringing their quality reputation to the affordable, efficient and timely business of modular homes.
"By buying in bulk quantities and using modular technology, we lower our costs." Ted Scheiler, sales manager, said. "We pass these savings on to our customers. People who didn't think they could afford a new home are surprised they now can."
According to the company, "A Homeway Home modular home is more than just walls and a roof. It’s durable and energy efficient.'"
Homeway uses Energy-Strength spray foam, an environmentally friendly, closed-cell foam insulation that eliminates air infiltration, air intrusion, convection and moisture that can contribute to heat loss, saving the owner an estimated 40 percent on their energy bill.
"We are enthusiastic about telling the story of quality and how it relates to real value and better living for customers," the company said. “Adding it all together, the new facility can build homes stronger, quicker and less costly than traditional on-site built homes.” CLT