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The History & Future of System built Homes
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The History of Systems Built Homes
Systems Built Technology actually pre-dates traditional site or "stick" building, starting in 1833 with the invention of the circular mill saw and mass-produced nails. In the 17th century, the lack of timber in the northern areas of Russia lead to builders producing post and beam wall panels and shipping them north by horse-drawn wagons.
In the United States, the first systems built homes were constructed in factories in the 1890's. In 1908 Sears & Roebuck started offering mail-order homes. Home packages, arrived by train, included a 75-page instruction manual for contractors. Over the next 30 years, Sears sold more than 100,000 of the homes, many of which are still in use today.
Current Systems Built Homes
Modern system built homes come in a variety of modern floor plans, are multi-level, have a variety of optional finish levels and have all the modern amenities one would expect. Features such as vaulted ceilings, steep roofs, hand-textured walls, and custom cabinets continue to distinguish the modern systems Built Home.
Because of rising building costs throughout Europe, public agencies are now requiring that a percentage of all homes to be constructed using“modern methods”. These principles are pushing the envelope on new product ideas with fresh and progressive architecture.
Nationally in the wake of Hurricane Katrina the rebuilding efforts in the south are centered around systems built technology. Their quick install and reinforced construction techniques can stand up to higher category storms than traditional steel framing.
As the public continues to ask for sustainable features like, recycled materials, healthier finishes, and better energy efficiency systems built homes are responding with LEED Certified and Energy Star homes!
