How it Works

Green-R-Panel's 5-Step start to finish process | Do-It-Yourself Home Construction
Building Your DIY Dream Home Made Simple

As an owner-builder tackling your custom home project, you need solutions that simplify construction while ensuring professional-quality results.

Green-R-Panel’s off-site prefabricated panelized home kits provide the precision-manufactured components you need to quickly and efficiently get your structural building envelope to dry-in stage—ready-to-erect exterior and interior wall panels, engineered roof trusses, and floor systems (optional)—all precisely manufactured to your permit drawings, for expert results without professional experience.

Getting started is simple.

Whether you’re building your first home or your next project, Our prefab framing systems make it easy – faster assembly, lower costs, and stronger performance—every time.

Begin with a free consultation and see how it works for you

Step 1

Let's Talk About Your Project
Start Your Owner-Builder Journey

Reach out to us at (800) 871-7089, through our contact form, or via email to begin your personal consultation. Whether you’re still sketching ideas or have complete blueprints ready, our team provides guidance tailored specifically for owner-builders like you.

We understand that building your own home can feel overwhelming, so we’ll walk you through what to expect, discuss your specific vision, and help determine your best starting point—whether from a basic concept, one of our standard models, or your finished plans.

During our consultation, we’ll:

  • Discuss your build timeline and vision
  • Review your framing package needs
  • Address your questions about working with panelized systems
  • Share strategies for simplifying complex construction tasks
  • Help determine the best approach for your skill level and available assistance

Then we will send a detailed follow-up email with further information on how to get started as a first-time Green-R-Panel builder.

Start Your Build with Confidence

Get your free copy of The Do-It-Yourself Owner-Builder’s Step-by-Step Guide to Shell Completion — a simple, practical roadmap to help you plan, frame, and complete your home’s shell with confidence.

Enter your email to download and receive helpful tips, updates, and exclusive insights to keep your project on track.

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Step 2

Get Your Custom Quote
What if I Have Plans?

Simply submit your building plans by email or upload on our contact form and we’ll provide a comprehensive, no-obligation quote customized to your exact plan specifications. Your proposal will include a detailed breakdown of all components included in your DIY build package. Factory estimation typically takes about 2 weeks (though we can expedite if you’re facing time constraints).

What if I Need Plans?

We offer an all-in-one solution that includes home design, manufacture, and jobsite delivery for one package price with 4 flexible options to choose from:

  • Browse our 21 Green-R-Panel Standard Models – straight forward layouts perfect for owner-builders.
  • Share your sketch or concept by email or our contact form – We’ll develop it into architectural plans
  • Looking at house plans online but they are not perfect for your needs? We’ll draft them to fit your exact vision and requirements.
  • Need Help Deciding? – Use our Get Help tool. Simply answer a few quick questions, and our team will follow up with a call and practical advice tailored to your situation.

Our proposal will combine project drafting services AND the panelized home building kit into one package price. In addition, architectural and / or engineer stamps are available, if required by your local building department. You’ll receive a clear price and defined scope to help with your overall project budget, for a direct path forward.

Talk to a prefab specialist!

Step 3

Review Proposal & Book Your Project

Your comprehensive quote details everything included in your custom pre-manufactured framing package for the structural building envelope:

  • Complete exterior and interior wall panel system
  • Engineered floor system (where required)
  • Factory-certified roof trusses with professional engineering stamps
  • Staged shipments delivered directly to your job site

Take your time to thoroughly review the quote and discuss all the details with our team. We understand that this is a significant commitment for any owner-builder, and we’re here to provide support and answer all your questions.

A small initial deposit will move your project into the design phase. To secure your production slot and lock in your material costs, a 10% deposit is required.

Please note: Due to ongoing lumber market volatility, quotes may be subject to revision after 30 days. We encourage you to secure your pricing ASAP to avoid material cost increases.

Get a Free Quote Today!

Step 4

Factory Component System Design Process

Once your order is confirmed, our AutoCAD team will develop your panelized system from your approved plans. You’ll receive detailed shop drawings and framing diagrams by email to review and approve before we start manufacturing.

As an owner-builder, you’ll get layout and elevation system drawings designed for your home:

  • Exterior and interior wall panels with pre-framed window and door openings.
  • Engineered I-Joist / open-web truss floors (where applicable).
  • Engineered roof trusses.
  • Straightforward assembly instructions and labeled components to aid in DIY construction.

Timeline:

  • Initial designs typically take 2–3 weeks (depending on project complexity).
  • You’ll have time to review the designs and request any changes.
  • Manufacturing begins after your written design approval.

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Step 5

Manufacturing and Delivery to your jobsite

Once you approve the designs, we’ll coordinate with your schedule to arrange optimal delivery of your pre-fabricated framing package. We understand that as an owner-builder, timing is crucial. Your materials will arrive at your job site flat-packed, clearly labeled, and in a logical build sequence, making assembly efficient and straightforward.

What’s Delivered to Your Site:

  • Pre-numbered exterior and interior wall panels
  • Complete floor system components (I-joists and rim boards or open-web trusses, LVL support beams and hangers)
  • Engineered roof trusses with sealed drawings
  • Comprehensive framing layouts and component diagrams designed for DIY builders
  • Step-by-step assembly instructions with visual guides
  • Component industry association approved assembly manuals for safe handling and installation
  • Ongoing phone and email support during your build

Our nationwide fabrication network provides factory-direct local delivery across the United States, bringing professional-grade materials directly to your build site when you need them. This allows you to focus on building, potentially completing your structural framing in days rather than weeks

The Smarter Way to Build

Get your free copy of The Do-It-Yourself Owner-Builder’s Step-by-Step Guide to Shell Completion — a proven, practical roadmap trusted by builders to help you plan, frame, and complete your home’s shell with certainty.

Enter your email to download and receive helpful tips, updates, and exclusive insights to keep your project on track.

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24/7 Support for Owner-Builders

From concept to completion, we provide the answers and support DIY builders need most—so you’re never left wondering what to do next. Our team understands the unique challenges of owner-builder projects and provides guidance tailored to your experience level.

Why Owner-Builders Choose Green-R-Panel: Build Smarter, Not Harder

As an owner-builder, you want control, quality, and to save time and money. Green-R-Panel delivers:

  • Achieve Professional Results, even as a First-Timer:
    Factory-precise components ensure straighter walls, accurate openings, and superior structural integrity.
  • Slash Labor & Build More Yourself:
    Reduce labor hours by up to 60% compared to traditional framing, accomplishing more with friends and family.
  • DIY-Friendly, Simplified Assembly:
    Clear labeling and comprehensive instructions eliminate guesswork, making assembly straightforward.
  • Professional-Grade Quality & Efficiency:
    Computer-designed, factory-built panels create a tighter building envelope for enhanced energy efficiency and lower costs.
  • Eliminate Errors & Material Waste:
    Components are cut to fit precisely, reducing measuring mistakes and minimizing jobsite waste.
  • Predictable Costs & Streamlined Jobsite:
    Lock in material pricing and eliminate the hassle of multiple lumber deliveries and extensive on-site cutting.
  • Minimize Weather Delays:
    Faster framing times mean less exposure to the elements, keeping your project on track.
  • Complete Design Flexibility & Control:
    Realize your unique vision with support for open layouts, vaulted ceilings, and custom designs without structural compromise.

Need a prefabricated shell package?

Ready to take control of your dream home build?

Contact us today at (800) 871-7089 to speak with a panelized building expert dedicated to helping owner-builders succeed.

Frame Smarter, Faster, and More Efficiently

Green-R-Panel panelized kit homes are trusted by Do-It-Yourself builders across the country because they simplify the hardest parts of building your own home. You’ll work smarter, avoid costly mistakes, and get your structure up, under roof, and weather-tight in record time. 

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FROM BLUEPRINT TO JOBSITE

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