I looked at several Houseboat manufactuers, and I will have to say that Thoroughbred Houseboats by far meets or exceeds the expectations of some of the other "well known" big houseboat companies. Service, not that I have needed much has been excellent as well. I have heard other stories of the "big name" houseboat companies, that when it comes to fixing things.. well it's gonna cost big $$$$. The "big name" builders need to keep thier eye on these guys as they are now starting to set the standard.