Barden Building Products Blog Archive

If you’ve been house hunting or researching building options, you’ve probably noticed a growing buzz around prefab homes. But “prefab” doesn’t always mean the same thing, and that’s where confusion begins. Some people picture small, boxy designs with little flexibility, while others think of modern, sleek architecture. The truth is, prefab is an umbrella term that covers a range of construction methods.

If you're thinking about buying a house in Upstate New York, you’ve likely discovered just how challenging the process can be. 

The moment a decent listing goes live, it’s flooded with offers and often disappears within days. Prices are climbing. Choices are shrinking. And for many buyers — especially first-timers or growing families — the entire process can feel exhausting.

But here’s the good news: You’re not stuck. Instead of battling it out in a tough market, you can build the home you actually want, from the ground up.

The custom home building process is indeed a process. 

A completed custom home represents many months of work with plenty of milestones, from working with a client to design a home that meets all their expectations to completing finishing work.