https://homerunbuildingsupply.com/blog/ Guides, cost breakdowns, and real-world insight on house kits, steel buildings, and financing — from the team at Homerun. en-us Thu, 12 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT henry@homerunbuildingsupply.com (Henry Brown) henry@homerunbuildingsupply.com (Henry Brown) Copyright 2026 Homerun Building Supply https://homerunbuildingsupply.com/logo.png https://homerunbuildingsupply.com/blog/ https://homerunbuildingsupply.com/blog/how-much-does-it-cost-to-build-a-house-2026/ https://homerunbuildingsupply.com/blog/how-much-does-it-cost-to-build-a-house-2026/ Thu, 12 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT henry@homerunbuildingsupply.com (Henry Brown) Pricing National averages for new home construction in 2026 run $150–$400+ per square foot. Here's the real cost breakdown — land, foundation, framing, mechanicals, finishes — plus how kit-built homes change the math. https://homerunbuildingsupply.com/blog/how-to-build-a-house-under-100k-2026/ https://homerunbuildingsupply.com/blog/how-to-build-a-house-under-100k-2026/ Thu, 05 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT henry@homerunbuildingsupply.com (Henry Brown) House Kits Building a new home for under $100K in 2026 is realistic in many parts of the country with the right combination of land, foundation, and a wood-framed kit. Here's the budget breakdown. https://homerunbuildingsupply.com/blog/house-kit-vs-stick-built-cost-comparison/ https://homerunbuildingsupply.com/blog/house-kit-vs-stick-built-cost-comparison/ Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT henry@homerunbuildingsupply.com (Henry Brown) Buying Guide House kits arrive pre-engineered with framing, trusses, and hardware included. Stick-built means a contractor sources and dimensions every piece on site. Here's the real cost difference. https://homerunbuildingsupply.com/blog/best-house-kits-for-sale-2026/ https://homerunbuildingsupply.com/blog/best-house-kits-for-sale-2026/ Thu, 19 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT henry@homerunbuildingsupply.com (Henry Brown) House Kits There are dozens of kit suppliers. Most market hard, but few publish engineering specs, real prices, or delivery scope. Here's what separates a serious supplier from a marketing brochure. https://homerunbuildingsupply.com/blog/how-to-finance-a-house-kit/ https://homerunbuildingsupply.com/blog/how-to-finance-a-house-kit/ Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT henry@homerunbuildingsupply.com (Henry Brown) Financing Financing a kit-built home isn't the same as a conventional mortgage. Construction-to-perm loans, USDA, VA, and owner-builder loans all apply — here's which fits which situation. https://homerunbuildingsupply.com/blog/30x40-metal-building-cost-2026/ https://homerunbuildingsupply.com/blog/30x40-metal-building-cost-2026/ Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT henry@homerunbuildingsupply.com (Henry Brown) Steel Buildings A 30x40 metal building is the most-quoted size we sell. Kit prices range from $14K to $32K depending on framing, height, doors, and insulation. Here's how the numbers actually work. https://homerunbuildingsupply.com/blog/barndominium-vs-house-kit/ https://homerunbuildingsupply.com/blog/barndominium-vs-house-kit/ Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT henry@homerunbuildingsupply.com (Henry Brown) Buying Guide Barndominiums combine a metal shell with residential interior. House kits deliver a wood-framed traditional home. Both have their place — here's the honest comparison on cost, livability, and resale. https://homerunbuildingsupply.com/blog/how-long-to-build-house-from-kit/ https://homerunbuildingsupply.com/blog/how-long-to-build-house-from-kit/ Thu, 22 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT henry@homerunbuildingsupply.com (Henry Brown) House Kits From order to move-in, a kit-built home typically takes 4–9 months. Lead time, foundation, framing, and finish all stretch the schedule — here's the realistic phase-by-phase timeline. https://homerunbuildingsupply.com/blog/owner-builder-guide/ https://homerunbuildingsupply.com/blog/owner-builder-guide/ Thu, 15 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT henry@homerunbuildingsupply.com (Henry Brown) Planning Acting as your own GC can save 15–25% of total project cost — but it's a real job. Here's what owner-builders are responsible for, what to outsource, and the realistic time commitment. https://homerunbuildingsupply.com/blog/pole-barn-vs-steel-building/ https://homerunbuildingsupply.com/blog/pole-barn-vs-steel-building/ Thu, 08 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT henry@homerunbuildingsupply.com (Henry Brown) Pole Barns Pole barns use wood posts on piers; steel buildings bolt to a concrete slab. Cost, lifespan, permitting, and best uses differ in ways that aren't always obvious from the catalog. https://homerunbuildingsupply.com/blog/why-build-instead-of-buy-2026-housing-market/ https://homerunbuildingsupply.com/blog/why-build-instead-of-buy-2026-housing-market/ Fri, 02 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT henry@homerunbuildingsupply.com (Henry Brown) Market Existing-home prices remain elevated, inventory is tight, and rural land is still affordable. We're seeing a clear shift toward owner-builder and kit-built homes. Here's the data behind the trend. https://homerunbuildingsupply.com/blog/zoning-setbacks-permits-house-size/ https://homerunbuildingsupply.com/blog/zoning-setbacks-permits-house-size/ Mon, 22 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT henry@homerunbuildingsupply.com (Henry Brown) Planning Before you order a kit or design a custom plan, you need to know what your lot allows. Zoning, setbacks, easements, and height limits determine your maximum footprint — here's how to research them. https://homerunbuildingsupply.com/blog/red-iron-vs-tubular-steel/ https://homerunbuildingsupply.com/blog/red-iron-vs-tubular-steel/ Mon, 15 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT henry@homerunbuildingsupply.com (Henry Brown) Steel Buildings Red iron is hot-rolled I-beam structural steel. Tubular steel is cold-formed 12-gauge. They look similar in a brochure but solve different problems and cost very differently. Here's the engineering difference. https://homerunbuildingsupply.com/blog/how-to-pour-concrete-slab/ https://homerunbuildingsupply.com/blog/how-to-pour-concrete-slab/ Mon, 08 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT henry@homerunbuildingsupply.com (Henry Brown) Installation Most steel buildings and house kits need a slab foundation. Here's the standard process — site prep, forming, rebar, anchor bolts, pour, and cure — and what to coordinate with your kit supplier. https://homerunbuildingsupply.com/blog/is-steel-building-good-investment/ https://homerunbuildingsupply.com/blog/is-steel-building-good-investment/ Mon, 01 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT henry@homerunbuildingsupply.com (Henry Brown) Pricing Steel buildings have long structural lifespans and lower insurance premiums than wood — but resale value depends heavily on location and use. Here's the data on the long-term return.