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In the past, mail-order houses were a popular way for people to purchase homes without having to physically visit a construction site or showroom. Here's how it typically worked:
- Customers would browse through catalogs or brochures featuring various house designs and floor plans.
- They would select a design that suited their needs and budget, and place an order with the mail-order house company.
- The company would then send a detailed plan and specifications to the customer, including materials and construction costs.
- The customer would review and approve the plan, and the company would begin building the house.
- The finished house would be shipped to the customer's site, where it would be assembled and completed.
Some popular mail-order house companies in the past include:
- Sears, Roebuck and Co. (Sears Modern Homes): Sears sold prefabricated homes through their catalogs from 1908 to 1940.
- Aladdin Industries: Aladdin sold prefabricated homes through their catalogs from 1906 to 1981.
- Gordon-Van Tine: Gordon-Van Tine sold prefabricated homes through their catalogs from 1914 to 1950.
While mail-order houses are less common today, some companies still offer similar services, such as:
- Clayton Homes: Clayton Homes offers a range of manufactured and modular homes that can be ordered online or through a local dealer.
- Cavco Industries: Cavco Industries offers a range of manufactured and modular homes that can be ordered online or through a local dealer.
- Skyline Homes: Skyline Homes offers a range of manufactured and modular homes that can be ordered online or through a local dealer.
Keep in mind that modern mail-order houses often come with more customization options and higher price points than their predecessors.