DC Structures is a leading designer and producer of pre-engineered, wood-framed homes, cabins, and commercial structures. With a reputation for excellence and a passion for innovation, we deliver the best and most complete prefab kit homes in our industry, backed by the most comprehensive customer and builder support available. Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, our team sources high-grade, mill-direct lumber from our world-renowned region, ensuring pristine results with every completed build. Whether you’re seeking a simple barn home design or a custom residence attuned to your needs, DC Structures can help you craft an exceptional family home that perfectly aligns with your budget, style, and regional weather conditions.

Our prefab home collection spans over a dozen pre-engineered building models, ranging from contemporary farmhouse homes to traditional timber frame and post and beam dwellings. With the help of our in-house designers, you can customize your preferred kit to include any structural or decorative addition you see fit, including covered patios, dormers, and decks. Using cutting-edge 3D design software, our designers will walk you through your 3D model and help you make adjustments to your blueprints as you go. Our engineering partner – licensed in all 50 states – will also review your plans to verify compliance with state and regional codes before stamping and sending them back to you.

Our company partners with only the best and most trusted material brands for all our prefab home designs. From plumbing fixtures from KOHLER and TOTO to window upgrades from Andersen and Pella, we offer a wide selection of high-end material options from some of the biggest names in windows, doors, hardware, and more. Our base material packages come with high-quality standard materials and tools, like select grade Douglas fir posts, cedar board and batten siding, and Andersen 100 windows. For clients interested in personalizing their place, we also provide hundreds of options and upgrades for your chosen package and endless customization opportunities for your one-of-a-kind design.

Prospective investors often ask us about the energy efficiency of our prefab homes. Unlike modular homes or ready-made kits, which prefab homes are often confused for, our wood-framed designs offer superior quality and exceptional energy efficiency for homeowners. Our prefabricated homes are not only designed with energy-efficient features but are also inherently eco-friendly and well-insulated due to the renewable nature of wood. This naturally occurring material promotes optimal airflow, maintaining warmth in the wintertime and cool indoor temperatures in the summer.

Furthermore, our prefabrication process involves pre-cutting, labeling, and drilling framing materials, ensuring you can enjoy a streamlined installation process that facilitates the later integration of additional elements like fiberglass insulation and HVAC systems. With affordability, quality, and customizable finishes at the forefront of our business model, we can deliver the ideal prefab home anywhere in the USA and Canada.

Building a new home is a significant investment for first-time buyers and experienced homeowners alike, and understanding the nuances of doing so is crucial to ensure a seamless experience. For instance, one of the more critical areas of focus for a new home buyer is to confirm whether you have a suitable property for your desired project, and the necessary construction permits to do so from your local city office.

Without these, projects may be delayed as you secure these prerequisites, further extending your kit process before things can officially kick off. To avoid these pitfalls, we recommend partnering with a trusted real estate agent in your area, who can evaluate properties and negotiate closing costs on your behalf. Additionally, securing financing is a vital step before purchasing a prefab home kit. Many banks offer loans for such investments, but it’s wise to compare offers from several lenders before committing to your new home purchase.
Need further advice or have questions about purchasing a prefab home kit? Be sure to call us at (888) 975-2057 to speak with one of our experienced representatives today!