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About Clayton Homes

Clayton Homes is a manufactured home builder that offers an array of home types, from traditional site-built homes to tiny homes. With a focus on green building practices and multiple customizable features available, Clayton Homes can help you achieve homeownership within your budget.

Pros & Cons

• Customization available
• Choice of quality home brands
• Energy-efficient homes

• Potential land restrictions
• Complex modular home financing

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The home buying process at Clayton was very easy. I couldn't ask for anything better. Their manager Tracy was outstanding. If I had any questions, she handled it right away. Eve.

I was recommended by a family member that owned a home through Clayton Homes. The buying process was easy. There was no stress and I was never pressured into buying a home. Everyo.

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What is Clayton Homes?

Clayton Homes is a homebuilding company that offers a variety of home styles, including tiny homes, modular homes, apartment complexes and more. The company has been in business for more than 60 years and has experience with the intricate and complex processes that go into building your perfect home. The company is ISO 14001- and LEED-certified for green building projects. It also offers ENERGY STAR-certified homes for environmentally conscious buyers.

How does Clayton Homes work?

After working with a Clayton Homes specialist to design your dream home, the next step is to find the right land and secure financing. If you haven’t found the right space for your Clayton Home, the company’s team of professionals work with you to find land that fits your needs and budget.

Clayton Homes are built by first selecting from a variety of trusted home equipment and appliance brands, including MOEN, Frigidaire and Georgia-Pacific. The steel foundation is then laid before the flooring and plumbing system is installed. Next, the exterior walls and roofing are constructed, followed by a thorough inspection. Additional land improvements can be made if necessary or requested.

Clayton Homes prices

The cost of a home from Clayton Homes is based on factors including the size, brands used, type of home and selected features. Most homes start in the $140,000 range. The average price of a Clayton Home built in 2019 was $312,286.

Without land, the average price for a home built off-site cost $78,817. You can expect additional costs for various features such as energy-saving appliances or materials. Homeowners looking to reduce costs can work with Clayton Homes to eliminate features or opt for more affordable home appliance and equipment brands.

Clayton Homes FAQ

Clayton Homes is owned by Berkshire Hathaway. The company was created in 1956 by Jim Clayton.

Clayton Homes does build modular homes. Other home types are also available for purchase, including site-built homes and tiny houses.

No, homeowners are required to furnish their homes. Homes built by Clayton Homes do include kitchen, bathroom and other appliances requested by the homeowner.

The price of Clayton Homes varies based on the selections made by the buyer. Costs include the price for labor, the appliances and materials selected and other various fees.

The amount of down payment necessary for a Clayton Home depends on the financing you receive. For instance, FHA loans require a minimum of 3.5% of the sales price as a down payment.

Clayton Homes helps customers find land for their homes. If the consultant is unable to find land, the company has an extensive network of local real estate professionals ready to help.

With the variety of homes and features available, along with energy-efficient options and green building certifications, many customers agree that Clayton Homes is a good company to work with.

The credit score needed to buy a Clayton home is based on the loan type required. Conventional loans will need higher credit scores, usually in the 680 or higher range, while FHA loans are available with lower credit scores of 580 and above.

Yes. In addition to quality building practices and materials, each build is thoroughly inspected. Each build comes with the Clayton Built stamp of approval, which is the company’s commitment to building excellence.

Are Clayton Homes good?

Clayton Homes provides a myriad of home types and features to choose from. These homes are ideal for the homebuyer who wants some control over the homebuilding process without the hefty price tag. Additionally, the company’s commitment to green building and energy-efficiency is a benefit for homeowners looking to actively reduce their energy bills or carbon footprint.

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Reviewed Sept. 5, 2024

I have known of Clayton Homes for a long time out in the marketplace and I see their homes being driven on the interstate to their home sites. I also have seen many pictures on Facebook of new, happy homeowners on the day of their closings. I have only actually been into one of their locations - the one in Hattiesburg MS and it is there that I met Brian, Jarrod and Krystal. I knew immediately that they were the hardest working group of people I had ever seen. They were respectful, knowledgeable, honest and friendly. Brian answered all of my questions in person, on the phone and by email to my satisfaction. I highly recommend this team in particular - they will not steer you wrong!

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Reviewed July 21, 2024

It has been a great experience working with Ron **. He has been very patient and accommodating to all our needs and wants. He went above and beyond to help us get everything we have asked for. He always keeps us updated with the progress of our new home. If you are looking for a new home I would definitely recommend Ron at Clayton Homes of Hendersonville NC.

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Reviewed July 10, 2024

My wife and I consulted with Rick ** through the purchase process from beginning to end. We purchased a unit that was named The Shower House 16 x 76. Rick made it possible for us to purchase and have the home installed professionally while living in New York State through the whole process. It was an awesome experience. I would recommend Clayton Homes Panama City to anyone who will be purchasing a manufactured home as the whole staff are very professional, friendly and extremely helpful. Thank You Staff of Clayton Homes Panama, City Fl. Keith & Ann **

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Hi Keith, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us! We are thrilled to hear that you have had a wonderful experience with us!

Reviewed July 2, 2024

Clayton Homes of Frankfort's staff was able to answer all our questions as we went along. Any minor repair issues has been promptly attended to. Peter the salesman was a great point person with the factory. Jeff the finish guy takes great pride in his work. Pete the maintenance guy has been on top of getting things taken care of. This review is based on our experience. I've seen the posts of people's bad experiences of which we had none. Our marriage lines you wouldn't even know.

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Lisa, we appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with Clayton Homes. We strive to provide quality made homes for each and every customer!

Reviewed April 2, 2024

Thank you Clayton Homes and Johnnia ** for going above and beyond making in assisting my husband and I on our homes. Johnnia thank you for being there to answer all question in a timely manner. May God bless you all. I definitely will recommend anyone who is looking to purchase a home to stop by Clayton in Decatur Alabama and ask for Johnnia. She will be with you every step of the way. 100 percent.

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Thank you so much for sharing your feedback with us, Sean! We are so happy to hear that you had a great buying experience with us.

Reviewed Sept. 2, 2024

I purchased a Clayton home about two years ago. Since then it has been nothing but disappointment. Oh yes, the home "looks" great but wait till to want to live in it for a while. At first the Clayton Homes setup crew was great. They came out and did a great job matching the two sides together BUT then the ceiling kept cracking. We called the guys at Clayton and they came out and fixed it but it didn't last. Cracked again and still is. We gave up having them fix it. When they "married" the two side together they made a noticeable joint in the floor making it really difficult for my wife and son (both in wheelchairs) to navigate without difficulty. My daughter bought a home from another company and when they joined the two halves, there is NO SEAM IN THE FLOOR. What's with that??

Furthermore, the hardware used for ALL the cupboards and drawers are cheap and make it difficult to get your finger out from behind when you open one. The sink is some sort of fiberglass that looks pretty at first, just try to clean it. It scratches real easy and stains very quickly. The faucet fell apart after about 12 months and I have been having to use a knife to change the stream from spray to not. (I have just purchased a decent sink with faucet for about $500 to replace it.) Speaking of the kitchen sink. The window that is there gives us a great view of our piece of heaven, however don't try to put anything on it. It sagged almost immediately and looks really stupid. The doors all stick and when closed you can see light all around the edges making it a fire hazard for sure.

We ordered the house with a gas fireplace and got a wood burning fireplace. I had to pay someone extra to convert. The drawers all all very cheaply made and held together with staples that don't always stay in the wood. The trim is obviously put up with cheap staples because the trim came off in the closets. The drawers do not glide freely, instead they come off the track and get stuck. Very frustrating. The appliances are very low quality and the fridge has leaked out the bottom for about 6 months now. The rolled floor doesn't hold up to traffic and is showing wear in several places. The only thing good really, about this house it that I paid it off in 12 months. At least I don't owe on this mess. It does keep the rain off my head and cool in the summer. I could go on and on but why, you get the picture.

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Thanks for sharing your experience with us, David. Customer service is of the upmost importance to us and we take feedback very seriously. So that we may locate your records, can you please private message us your contact information, location of purchase, your home's serial number (usually located underneath the kitchen sink) and any details you'd like us to be aware of specifically? We'd like to loop in the appropriate parties here at the home office for support. Thanks again for bringing this matter our attention and we look forward to hearing from you.