
From Factory to Site: The Critical Journey of Modular Delivery
October 28, 2025
Levis / Hyder Residence
November 29, 2025McLaughlin Residence
Project Information:
- Lidderdale, IA
- Primary Residence
- Installed 06/25
Home Details:
- TMOD Den Model
- 544 SQ. FT.
- 1 Bed | 1 Bath
Construction Specs:
- IRC Modular Construction
- Crawl Space Foundation
- Onsite Overhang & Garage
Customer Story:
John McLaughlin is a well-known Iowan and the former chief meteorologist at KCCI-TV in Des Moines. During his 25-year career, he helped revolutionize severe weather coverage by introducing the nation’s first high-definition Doppler radar system for local broadcasting.
A lifelong weather enthusiast, John’s passion began as a kid in Iowa, where he famously predicted a tornado in 1976 using his own observations and homemade computers. After retiring from KCCI in 2013 due to a health condition, he relocated to west-central Iowa and continues to educate pilots and the public about weather safety and storm systems.
John knew he wanted a home that was efficient, low-maintenance, and simple to live in year-round. After decades of forecasting storms, he valued durability and performance—exactly what TMOD modular homes deliver.








