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Park Model Tiny Homes: 5 Realities After Going Tiny
Between the Reality TV shows of people building and living in tiny homes and the beautifully decorated Park Model Tiny Homes on Pinterest, it’s not hard to see why more and more people are becoming enamored with the idea of living in a miniature version of a house. But, taking off the rose-colored glasses for…
What Is Modular Construction
Modular home construction often needs some clarification due to previous understandings or biases about mobile or manufactured homes. It can be easy to confuse the two without the proper understanding of how modular construction is different. Both of these home construction methods use factory construction for gaining efficiencies in the building process. That is essentially…
What is a Granny Pod?
A granny pod is essentially a tiny house that allows an elderly family member to live on site with any caregiver. Some even call it a modern, cozy nursing home for one. When it comes to finding a place for an aging parent to live during their senior years, nursing homes can be a financial…
Cabins: Another Modular Home Option Families are Loving
In today’s world, people are spending more time at home than ever. School, work, and family time. Your home and property should be in a place that feels good to you. Many families are now looking at the option of a cabin-style prefab home. Modular home cabins provide a rustic, warm atmosphere providing stylish living…
Is #Stay@Home Starting To Feel Like You’re Living in a Tiny Home Even When You’re Not?
Whether you’re sprawled out in a roomy 3000 square foot home, nesting in your small apartment, or somewhere in between- Pratt Modular Homes, in Tyler, Texas, understands that many people are still looking at possibly lengthy quarantines in their homes. Many families are feeling that their home is just a bit more confining these days-…
Types of Storm Shelters
Due to rocky soils or high water tables, not all homes can have a basement, and often an interior room or closet may not provide enough protection. Some cities are even amending their building codes to have either a reinforced storm shelter or safe room installed in a home. A storm shelter is a structure…