Kit homes are a more popular option among housebuyers who are looking for an affordable way of constructing their own home or summer retreat cabin. With kit and pre-fabricated homes, material is manufactured outside and brought to you by the firm. Your responsibility is assembling the building. But keeping some things in mind, you might think of buying a kit home.
Initially, you need ground to build upon — lot or similar property. Before buying your kit home, as Karen Condor, an expert in real estate at USInsuranceAgents.com, advises, “you should first ask regarding building codes and zoning ordinances of your property and also review availability of utilities and take a sample of the ground to test it so you may purchase the appropriate home.”.
When you’re out shopping and purchasing kit homes, it’s essential that you know exactly what you’re getting. There are some that will come with walls, roof and insulation but not the base. Some kits will have everything you’ll need for the interior. Others won’t.
Other queries: What is the house made of — wood, concrete or something else? Is there the option for customization from the company? What is the environmental impact of the house? Is it energy efficient? And don’t concern yourself with the logistics of how the kit gets to your land.
And don’t forget labor. In some cases, you can have a contractor put the home kit together for you. Even if you’re doing it yourself, you may need to hire someone to install certain aspects, such as a plumber, electrician or other specialist. Some home kit makers will offer their professional services along the way, something to consider if you are concerned about your level of experience.
The bottom line is: Ask questions, lots of them. This is a substantial investment, and it’s not easy just to pack it up and send it back if you’re unhappy.
