Embarking on Do It Yourself Building Projects

The emergence of well-designed and energy-efficient modern prefabs around the world has provided a variety of choices for those who are embarking on a do-it-yourself building project.

Classifications of a do it yourself building

Do it yourself building kits cater to single-family residential dwellings of one, two or more modular units to be built subject to Federal HUD codes. However, before anyone can start on any do it yourself building, a permit has to be secured from the local municipality on the use of mobile and manufactured homes. Information on zoning rules and regulations must also be obtained.

The following are the different classifications of do it yourself buildings:

* Modular Homes. Modular homes are do it yourself buildings that can be constructed in a factory from a stock modular home plan or customized plan, subject to the state, local or regional code where the home will be built.

* Panelized Buildings. Panelized buildings are do it yourself buildings that are factory-built, pre-fabricated whole walls with insulating panels, windows, doors, wiring and outside siding, which are brought to and assembled at the proposed location. Panelized buildings are also subject to the state or local building code.

* Steel-frame Buildings. Steel-frame buildings are do it yourself buildings that are the usual stick frame or post-and-beam home designs in single-storey, double-storey or tri-level variations that need interior walls to support the roof. Steel-frame buildings are considered for lasting durability, excellent quality, high energy efficiency and cheaper long-term maintenance because they do not contract or bend, rot, buckle, split or get invaded by insects.

* Pre-cut Style. These are wood-framed factory-built homes or cabins with custom-cut building materials and designs brought over to the site for assembly.

* Cedar Pre-fab DIY Building Kits. These are composed of the walls, floor, ceiling, windows and doors but minus the plumbing and electrical systems.

* Timber-frame Homes with Post and Beam Construction. The frames are made from solid wood timbers that are put together by wooden joints, mortise and tenon, dovetails or scarfs fastened with hardwood pegs. The timber remains visible, giving the impression of strength and creative quality.

* Log Homes. These exude a laid-back ambiance with desirable heating and cooling options and thus, reduced noise transmission.

* Circular DIY Buildings. These comprise cabins, studios, homes, offices, community halls and convention centers that make use of wood-frame or post-and-beam building method.

* Dome-shaped Design Kits. These are triangular networks that create pentagons and hexagons for a roomy, free-span space of circular structure that needs no internal supports.

Benefits of a DIY building

Nowadays, people around the world prefer do it yourself building projects. For one, various designs and stylish prefabs are available to suit each individuals needs and preferences. Another thing is that do it yourself buildings are energy efficient. Lastly, the cost is less prohibitive.

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