Barden Building Products Blog Archive

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 2025, it’s time to set our sights on what lies ahead in custom home design for 2026.

As we head into 2026, many are wondering: will lumber prices go down, or will building costs stay higher than we’d like?

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.

Starting a custom home building business can feel overwhelming. Between writing a business plan, securing financing, and finding reliable suppliers, there’s a lot to juggle. The good news? With the right steps, you can launch a successful company that helps families build their dream homes.

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.

Framing is one of the most important steps in construction – but it doesn’t have to be the most frustrating. 

There are plenty of ways to build your dream home. 

Regardless of construction method, the #1 thing future homeowners want to know from the start: How much is this going to cost me?