If you want a new home, there are generally three options. One is to buy an existing home that might have problems caused by its prior ownership. Another is to build a house to your liking, but that process is long and the cost is generally high. A more affordable option is to buy a prefabricated home and place it on your property. Here are three great reasons to buy a prefab home!

1. They're Easier to Build Virtually Anywhere

A prefabricated home doesn't require a lot of space for construction crews, building materials, and equipment. Many people who prefer living in more rural settings often choose to install prefabricated homes because they are already built and can go just about anywhere. They just require an open area and, preferably, a concrete pad upon which to place it. According to survey results presented by the property management experts at Yardi Breeze, about 27% of manufactured homes are located within a community. The rest are often placed in more rural locations, like along a river or near a lake.

2. They Cost Less for Quality Construction

A prefabricated house is already built at a construction facility where work crews have ready access to all the materials and equipment needed to build several models that share the same or similar designs. The materials used are of good quality, and the final products are very good. First-time homeowners and retirees looking to sell their larger and relatively empty family homes often choose the convenience of a prefabricated home. They also enjoy the financial savings that come along with buying a home that is already built more efficiently and cost-effectively than a traditional stick-built home.

3. You Can Enjoy a New Home and Appliances

A prefabricated house is entirely new from the ground up, so you don't have to worry about buying someone else's problem, which often goes along with existing homes, especially older ones. You can decorate and furnish the interior to your liking so that it reflects your personality and lifestyle better than older homes that might have had other families living in them. You also benefit from choosing and installing the appliances that are ideal for your living situation and lifestyle.

If you're interested in learning more about prefab homes, we can help! Call or visit our team at Cascadian Design-Build to learn more about the process for buying and installing a prefabricated home on a property of your choosing. We'll be happy to go over the various options that are available to you.