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Prefabricated housing experienced a boom during World War II, due to the demand for quick construction of housing and other structures for the military. Many people predicted that this mode of housing would be the wave of the future when the GIs returned home. Rather than take off as the answer, prefabricated housing remained a niche market and has been viewed as a substandard housing solution. Part of the reason that this method of construction never took off in the US is that these structures were not engineered to withstand extreme climates, high winds, etc. In England, prefabricated housing is used in some areas, but with the life expectancy of the housing unit at about 5-7 years. With current advancements in the engineering of prefabricated housing, there are areas of the country which are seeing more prefabricated houses of varying styles and designs. In fact, you may not be able to detect a home which has prefabricated components from one that was completely built on site. Some builders and buyers feel that the prefabricated housing is a greener alternative to traditional onsite building. This perception is questioned by those who cite that prefabricated buildings create a larger carbon footprint that onsite building due to the carbon footprint of the factory in which the building is created within. If you are looking for a green builder, there are several ways to investigate your options to find a green builder near you. One of the most common ways to look for a green builder is to search for those who are certified as green builders form the National Association of Home Builders. This organization certifies builders and requires regular re-certification. Some of the areas in which a builder is trained and must show competence before earning their certification as a green building professional are: project management, interior and exterior building, proper waste management and control, water protection (including the use of various green tools such as an inlet filter to protect the environment and ground water supply), safety procedures and measures, as well as construction management and law. Whether you select a green prefabricated builder or a traditional builder with green certifications, you can find many options in your housing choices that will work for your family as well as not leave a large carbon footprint. Green building can be a deterrent to those who feel that there is a substantial added cost that outweighs the benefit of green building and housing. In many cases, green building has an added benefit in the cost benefits in the long term living in the home as well as potentially in the resale value.
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