There’s one sector of the homebuilding market that seems to be weathering the recent economic storm better than the rest of its industry — kit homes. Kit homes are houses built from packages of ...

Log Cabin Homes takes wood very seriously. Their log grading is green certified, and they make sure to use every part of the log, whether for building materials, landscaping, or other features. They ...

February 17, 2005 Fancy a home for constructed from 100% sweat equity? The Log Home Builder's Association of North America offers a two-day class on building log homes from scratch. The next class ...

This may look like a traditional home, but it's built of super energy-efficient Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs). Home. It’s more than just shelter — it’s a reflection of our values and our ...

Log Cabin Homes takes wood very seriously. Their log grading is green certified, and they make sure to use every part of the log, whether for building materials, landscaping, or other features. They ...

Building a cabin from a kit is a case of American heritage meeting the American dream. It’s the pioneer experience with power tools. Cabin kits are aimed at the do-it-yourselfer with big aspirations ...

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More › Kit homes, also called catalog or mail-order homes, come shipped to your door in ...

Snow loads, –30 °C nights, and humid summer heatwaves test any cabin. A prefab kit that thrives in those extremes starts with a super-tight shell: thick wall assemblies, continuous insulation, and ...

Dear Jim: I have thought about building a contemporary log home kit myself or using a builder. I am concerned about energy efficiency. Are solid logs the best way to go, and can I really build a kit ...