Frequently Asked Questions – NW Factory Homes LLC
Find answers about manufactured homes, metal buildings, real estate services, permitting, pricing, and site preparation in Washington and Oregon.
General Questions
What does NW Factory Homes do?
NW Factory Homes LLC provides manufactured homes, real estate services, and metal buildings across Washington and Oregon. We offer complete land/home packages, permitting, site preparation, delivery, and setup.
Where do you operate?
We serve all of Washington State and parts of Oregon, with expansion into Columbia County underway.
Who owns NW Factory Homes?
The company is owned by James R. Wonser Jr. (Managing Broker) and Lisa Wonser (Accounting & Operations).
Manufactured Home Questions
What is the process for buying a manufactured home?
The process includes:
- Client discovery & consultation
- Financing pre-approval
- Order placement
- Permitting
- Site preparation
- Delivery & setup
- Final walkthrough
How long does it take to build a manufactured home?
Build times vary by model and factory schedule, but most homes are completed within 8–10 weeks after the order is finalized.
What site prep is required before home delivery?
Site prep includes excavation, grading, concrete runners or pad, utility hookups, skirting, decks, and gutters.
Who handles permitting?
All permits are managed by our Permit Specialist, Jason Allen.
How much does it cost to move a manufactured home?
Mover pricing:
- $14.50 per mile per section (minimum $1,200 per section)
- $600 per section if a crawler is required
Metal Building Questions
What types of metal buildings do you offer?
We provide steel carports, garages, barns, shops, sheds, RV covers, and custom metal buildings.
What is the process for ordering a metal building?
- Lead intake & consultation
- Quote preparation
- Permitting
- Site prep (concrete, utilities, grading)
- Delivery & assembly
- Final walkthrough
Do you provide engineering drawings?
Yes. Pricing depends on building size and county requirements:
- Generic drawings: $900
- Site-specific drawings: $1,900–$3,000
- Engineering calculations (if required): $2,500
Real Estate Questions
Do you help with land/home packages?
Yes — we offer full brokerage services including land acquisition, MLS listings, and coordination of manufactured home placement.
Who manages real estate transactions?
Transactions are managed by Gina Peters, our Transaction Coordinator.
Financing & Pricing Questions
What deposit is required to order a home?
A 50% deposit is required at the time of order.
How is pricing calculated?
- Retail Price = Base unit price + Options
- Wholesale Price = Factory quote price
- Sales Tax = (Unit price + admin fee + options + site prep) × local tax rate
- Factory surcharge = 1% of total price
Permits & Compliance
What permits are required?
Depending on the project, permits may include building, electrical, septic/sewer, driveway, and engineering approvals.
How long do permits take?
Permit timelines vary by county and are often the longest lead item in the project.
Contractor & Setup Questions
Do you provide contractors for site prep and installation?
Yes — we work with vetted contractors for excavation, grading, concrete runners, utilities, skirting, decks, gutters, and home setup.
Who delivers and sets up the home?
Licensed installers and professional moving crews handle delivery, setup, leveling, and utility connections.
Trust Account & Closing Questions
How are customer funds handled?
All customer funds are deposited into a Customer Trust Account and used for project expenses until completion.
What happens at project closeout?
A Cap Out/Close Out Sheet is prepared showing final costs and profit. Remaining funds are transferred to the business account.