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 ...

Kit homes are an increasing popular option for home buyers looking for a cost-effective way to build their own house or ...

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 ...