What Is A Prefab Home?
Author:
Josephine NesbitJan 21, 2025
•5-minute read
After over 100 years on the market, prefabricated homes have a rich history in the United States. The concept was first created during the California Gold Rush in the late 1840s to allow prospectors to construct homes quickly and affordably. Prefab homes stayed popular into the early 20th century, and recently have grown in popularity once again due to increasing calls for more affordable, sustainable housing.
But what is a prefab home and how would it fit your lifestyle? We’ll explore what makes a home prefab, the different types of prefab homes and if this option could be right for you!What Are Prefab Homes?
Prefabricated, or “prefab,” homes are manufactured piece by piece in an off-site factory, transported to the home site and assembled on the homeowner’s property. For many, prefab homes are a fast and affordable way to build sustainable housing.