MarketWatch tells MHProNews that pre-fab builders such as Home by Vanderbuilt and Cabin Fever are seeing the easing of the stigma of modular and factory-built homes. “Modular homes can provide features that lower energy bills; the materials are factory-made, which cut production costs; and the time it takes to build a property is incredibly short in comparison to on-site construction methods.” said a statement by Vanderbuilt. In addition to cost-saving potential, modular homes are also safer than consumers expect. The report states that Cabin Fever’s products can withstand Florida hurricanes, California earthquakes, provide cool temperatures in the hot desert and stay warm in cold mountain regions. As evidence of the claim that outdated stigmas are easing, name entertainers such as Bob Dylan and David Copperfield have requested prefab homes. ##

(Image credit: Wikimedia Commons; (L) Singer Bob Dylan, (R) magician David Copperfield)