Barden Building Products Blog Archive

What is Panelized Construction? A Practical Look for Builders

Posted by Brandon Trombley on Oct 9, 2025 1:57:30 PM

Builders are under pressure to deliver homes faster without sacrificing quality. Weather delays, unpredictable labor availability, and rising material costs make that difficult when every step is handled on site.

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Topics: Panelized Construction

How Panelized Construction Systems Simplify Custom Home Building

Posted by Brandon Trombley on Sep 30, 2025 8:15:00 AM

 

Building a new custom home starts with choosing the right approach. Panelized construction systems offer a clear, organized path compared with traditional stick building. Each stage is designed to keep your project on track and get you closer to move-in day.

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Topics: Panelized Construction, Behind the Scenes, Buffalo Home Building, Technical Specs, Process, Resources, Site Prep, Suppliers

What Are Panelized Homes and Are They Worth It?

Posted by Brandon Trombley on Sep 12, 2025 3:43:04 PM

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.

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Topics: Panelized Construction, Panel Built Home, Custom Home Pricing, Floor Plans, Home Customization, Construction Timeline

Buying vs. Building a Custom Home in 2025

Posted by Brandon Trombley on Jun 5, 2025 10:30:00 AM
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Topics: Panelized Construction, Buffalo Home Building, Process, Floor Plans, Price, Home Customization

Panel Built Home: What are the Pros and Cons?

Posted by Brandon Trombley on Apr 29, 2025 11:45:00 AM

Panel built homes bring together the best parts of stick-built and modular construction without the usual compromises.

They offer the freedom to design your home your way, paired with a faster and more efficient building process. For many homeowners, that combination just makes sense.

But when it comes to building a house, no one wants to second-guess their decision later. That’s why it’s so important to understand the real pros and cons of panel built homes, especially from people who’ve been through it.

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Topics: Panelized Construction, Behind the Scenes, Budget, Technical Specs, Process, Price, Site Prep

Panelization: Improving Traditional Post Frame Construction

Posted by Brandon Trombley on Jan 9, 2025 9:49:46 AM

Post frame buildings are becoming more popular among people looking to build their own custom homes, whether they’re dreaming of a spacious barndominium (barndo), a workshop, or even a commercial building. 

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Topics: Panelized Construction, Custom Home, Home Customization

Top Custom Home Trends for 2025: Design Your Dream Home

Posted by Brandon Trombley on Dec 11, 2024 11:30:00 AM

Every custom home tells a story — one of dreams, aspirations, and personalized touches that transform a house into a haven. As we close the chapter on 2024, it’s time to set our sights on what lies ahead in custom home design for 2025.

Predicting custom home trends isn’t just about identifying patterns; it’s about understanding what homeowners truly value. From timeless ranches to innovative multi-purpose spaces, we’re excited to share what’s in store for 2025 and how these trends can shape your future home.

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Topics: Panelized Construction, Behind the Scenes, Buffalo Home Building, Downsizing, Process, Floor Plans, Accessible Home Design, Home Customization

3 Reasons to Start Your Custom Home Building Process Right Now

Posted by Brandon Trombley on May 1, 2024 2:45:00 PM

It’s something you’ve always dreamed about: building your own custom home. You’ve had this dream so long that you know exactly what you want down to the smallest detail. You even have the perfect property picked out. 

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Topics: Insider, Panelized Construction, Site Prep, Construction Timeline

5 Home Foundation Types to Choose for Your Barden Home

Posted by Brandon Trombley on Apr 3, 2024 10:50:00 AM

When we say Barden homes are 100% customizable, we really mean it – they are indeed completely customizable from top to bottom. 

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Topics: Panelized Construction, home foundation, Technical Specs, Site Prep, Home Customization

Custom Home Construction Timeline: From Concept to Completion

Posted by Brandon Trombley on Apr 1, 2024 9:00:00 AM

There’s no one way to build a custom home. But the simple reality is that all homes take time to construct. 

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Topics: Panelized Construction, Behind the Scenes, Construction Timeline

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