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    <pubDate>Sat, 04 Feb 2012 10:19:10 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>[Manufactured Home Repair &amp; Renovation] Re: A/C Question</title>
      <link>http://www.mobilehome.com/phorum5/read.php?8,78601,83849#msg-83849</link>
      <author>dragonfur</author>
      <description><![CDATA[I have a smaller Palm Harbor than you have (approx 1500 sf), but when I bought it new, I upgraded to a 5 ton A/C unit.  (We're in Texas, and last summer we had 71 days of 100º+ days, including 2 of 112º--officially--the thermometer in the barn read 118º and the one on the front porch said 122º!)
When we had the old one replaced in May 2011 (thank goodness!), we got a heat-pump w/ the a/c unit, and it's also a 5 ton.  Keeps our house comfortable, except for the bedroom on the southwest corner of the house.  (We added a small window unit to that one, since my grown daughter/SIL live in it!)
I've not regretted the upgrade, and the new efficient unit has kept our electricity at about half of what it was with the old unit--and that's with the added window unit.
I firmly recommend a larger unit than the minimum sold with most mobile homes! Especially in a warmer area of the country!]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 04 Feb 2012 10:19:10 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>[Manufactured Home Repair &amp; Renovation] Re: Replacing Garden Tub w/Custom Shower</title>
      <link>http://www.mobilehome.com/phorum5/read.php?8,80248,83847#msg-83847</link>
      <author>dragonfur</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Belated thanks for the thoughtful (and helpful) response!  Haven't gotten this project done yet, been wrestling with others--more to do with repairing and upgrading the horse barn than the house!  I am beginning to look into this one, though.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 04 Feb 2012 10:11:21 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>[Manufactured Home Repair &amp; Renovation] Re: re-routing existing drains &amp; water lines to replace tub with a shower bigger then a coffin</title>
      <link>http://www.mobilehome.com/phorum5/read.php?8,81635,83845#msg-83845</link>
      <author>dragonfur</author>
      <description><![CDATA[I've been wanting to do exactly the same thing to my garden tub!  It's rarely used, and it takes 6 to 8 hours to drain when it is used, so I'm wondering what they did (maybe leave out that vent) to make it drain so slowly.  Haven't looked under the tub yet, because the project is a while away still.  
I also intend to rip out the existing shower, add a little more room to the toilet stall (the shower door opens right next to the toilet, meaning if someone is sitting, the wet one can't get out without a squeeze and dripping on the throne!), and making what's left into a linen closet.  
I've learned that mobile home manufacturers do NOT think about storage--other than kitchen cabinets, and sometimes not much of that--when designing these things.  
What folks need to remember, all those cheap, irritating things you hate in your mobile home are why you didn't pay $150,000+ for it!]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 04 Feb 2012 10:08:04 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>[Ask The Manufactured Housing Expert] Re: Release of lien on title</title>
      <link>http://www.mobilehome.com/phorum5/read.php?2,83841,83843#msg-83843</link>
      <author>David Oxhandler</author>
      <description><![CDATA[You can print Florida Division Of Motorist Services Lien Satisfaction form HERE]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 04 Feb 2012 10:03:52 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>[Ask The Manufactured Housing Expert] Release of lien on title</title>
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      <author>stacyalonso</author>
      <description><![CDATA[I own a mobile home in Florida.  I am trying to obtain the title from the DMV.  They state there is a lien on it from 1996 from the previous owner at time of sale.  I contacted the previous owner, she will sign a release.  I need the proper form to send her for signature and cannot find it.  Where can I get this form?]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:02:00 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>[Sales &amp; Management Solutions] Re: Re-finance question....</title>
      <link>http://www.mobilehome.com/phorum5/read.php?4,38687,83839#msg-83839</link>
      <author>David Oxhandler</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Let lenders compete for your business. You get to choose from multiple quotes when you Try the MH LOANFINDER SERVICE, They are a mortgage information referral service that accepts requests regardless of credit history. You may request information for any type of manufactured home finance. Their goal is to provide you with information to make an informed decision for your financial future. you'll save time and money. You will discover which participating lenders offer the best programs to meet your needs. There is No Obligation. No Initial Credit Check and the Expected time to complete is only 4 minutes.  You have nothing to loose and if you can find it any place this is where you will find the financing your searching for. Take the time and Jump to the LOANFINDER and fill out their short form NOW!]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 09:50:39 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>[Manufactured Home Repair &amp; Renovation] Re: Reinsulating walls</title>
      <link>http://www.mobilehome.com/phorum5/read.php?8,83833,83837#msg-83837</link>
      <author>trmimo</author>
      <description><![CDATA[The paneling is important to the structure of this home, and most of it should be glued in place.  I would leave the paneling in place and add 3/8 or 1/2&quot; drywall over it.  certainly not 5/8&quot;.  That is just too much weight. 
Even then, it would be an excellent idea to add perimeter piers under the home to handle the additional weight.  The most effective and easiest way to insulate will be to wait until you re-side the home.  At that time you can insulate the existing cavity and wrap the house with rigid insulation(styrofoam).  That is about the only way you will keep the house rigid enough to keep your drywall from cracking.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 07:44:50 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>[Sales &amp; Management Solutions] Re: Re-finance question....</title>
      <link>http://www.mobilehome.com/phorum5/read.php?4,38687,83835#msg-83835</link>
      <author>Lathan</author>
      <description><![CDATA[I am looking to move my home to 34 acres and the refinace the home and the land together.  I will need septic,water and power as well. I am trying to gather information on the types of loans that I could or should apply for and the process to get this done.  The land will be deeded in my name as it is a family deal, however I still need to pay for it.  Any suggestions!!]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 06:41:00 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>[Manufactured Home Repair &amp; Renovation] Reinsulating walls</title>
      <link>http://www.mobilehome.com/phorum5/read.php?8,83833,83833#msg-83833</link>
      <author>MikeyM</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Hi, I'm in the process of redoing all of my exterior walls in an older (early 1970&quot;s) Marlette.My idea is to take off the paneling, make the 2x3 walls into 2x4 walls by wood glueing and screwing 1 inch strips to my studs, insulating with R-13 then drywall it.The existing walls are 1/4 inch heavy duty paneling , a thin insulation (looks like no more than an inch) and the aluminum siding..... no vapor barier at all. Doing the work is no problem for me, but many important questions arise. (1)By taking off the  paneling and replacing it with sheetrock, am i weakening the structure of the home ? I assume the 1/4&quot; paneling is stopping my home from racking , but have to get rid of it (2)Would glueing and screwing  1/2 or 5/8 rock give my walls enough stability? (3) Is 5/8 rock too heavy for the exterior walls in weight , or will 1/2&quot; work? (4)Will I need a vapor barrier even tho I intend to use insulation with paper barrier facing inward? If so, how would i do this?  I am trying to do this without disturbing the exterior aluminum siding of the home......saveing up money for that for a later date. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 17:37:25 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>[Guest Book] Mobile home donation. Over 55.Move or move in. Glendale, AZ</title>
      <link>http://www.mobilehome.com/phorum5/read.php?7,83831,83831#msg-83831</link>
      <author>patdoran1</author>
      <description><![CDATA[We have an older mobile home in good condition, central air, new roof, very clean and upgraded electrical for donation to take away or move in.  Retirement community. Over 55.  Purchased for elderly gentleman friend but he returned to his family in Europe. 
Please do not hesitate to contace me. Thank you.  Pat]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:47:12 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>[Manufactured Home Repair &amp; Renovation] Re: Ceiling of MH</title>
      <link>http://www.mobilehome.com/phorum5/read.php?8,83813,83825#msg-83825</link>
      <author>David Oxhandler</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Take another close look yourself... the trim between the panes is most likely wood or plastic.  

Any good grade of white ceiling paint should work... The better the paint quality the fewer coats of paint will be required.  If the ceiling is badly stained paint it first with Kilz - an oil based white paint made to cover stains - then give it a coat of ceiling paint.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:27:04 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>[Ask The Manufactured Housing Expert] Re: Title from a 1995 Manufactured home needs to be retired but cannot locate a title</title>
      <link>http://www.mobilehome.com/phorum5/read.php?2,83815,83823#msg-83823</link>
      <author>David Oxhandler</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Each state has different regulations for MH titles.  Contact the Indiana Manufactured Housing Association 3210 Rand Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46241.  Phone 317-247-6258 email- housing@mfghousing.org  They would be best equipped to answer your question]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:19:40 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>[Ask The Manufactured Housing Expert] Re: Outrigger</title>
      <link>http://www.mobilehome.com/phorum5/read.php?2,83811,83821#msg-83821</link>
      <author>David Oxhandler</author>
      <description><![CDATA[It is difficult to tell from here if that would work.  Most of the time additional perimeter blocking tends to be stabilizing and couldn't hurt. Floor squeaks are often from uneven support or flooring that just needs to be screwed down.  Check the shims on the nearby piers to see that they are supporting weight.  Is the squeak near a door window or opening in an interior wall?]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:13:50 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>[Ask The Manufactured Housing Expert] Re: Floor &amp; Cosmetic Issues on New MH Home</title>
      <link>http://www.mobilehome.com/phorum5/read.php?2,83809,83819#msg-83819</link>
      <author>David Oxhandler</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Construction defect will be the responsibility of the builder.  Items that have to do with installing the home (cracks in the walls... etc) will need to be corrected by the dealer or installer.  

Champion has been around for quiet a while and has been reasonable with the warranty work. Make a full list. Review it with the dealer so you understand which will be covered by the factory and which items will be the dealers responsibility.  Send your list to the dealer and to the factory service manager (See your new home owners manual).  

Ask for the current list of items to be corrected prior to the dealer getting the final payment.  Most dealers are very good to their customers, but once the final payment is made your leverage will be decreased.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:04:14 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>[Manufactured Home Owners Forum] New MH Renter/Possible Buyer</title>
      <link>http://www.mobilehome.com/phorum5/read.php?1,83817,83817#msg-83817</link>
      <author>JeepsOLot</author>
      <description><![CDATA[I'm moving into a MH that a friend owns in Stuart, FL, around April. The agreement is to make the home livable (missing kitchen sink and counter top and master bath toilet), and catch up his prop. taxes. Don't worry, I've been in contact with the county tax collector's office about the taxes, I know what needs to be done. For this, I'll be living in it for 2 years rent free, with the option to buy. I'm just sick of paying ridiculous rent and living in a crappy part of town! Even if I decide to buy it, it isn't going to be my permanent residence, as I want/need a bigger place eventually. This would be an investment. 

Anyway, about this MH. It's a Ramada (Ocala, FL) double wide, 2 BR, 2 Bath, with front porch and two-car carport on the right side, built in July 1981. The roof was redone in 2010 as was the water heater (I was there for that fun job!). The sub floor for the master bath was replaced and tile laid down. My friend had issues with animals getting under the MH (no skirt) and damaging the HVAC duct work, so, he took out the heater/furnace/AC air handler, and put in window AC units. There are ceiling fans (Hunters) in all rooms. There is a washer/dryer set outside in a shed beside the trailer under the car port. It was under renovation by a possible buyer, but, he had to move out of state. All flooring was redone, tile everywhere except the bedrooms, which have wood laminate floors. There was a sliding glass door from the living room on the porch, but, this was walled in, everything is done inside, but, the outside still needs the siding put up. The new siding is there, just sitting under the car port in boxes. 

My plans are to finish the outside where the sliding door was, install skirting, install the missing toilet in the master bath, put doors on the kitchen cabinets, install new counter tops and kitchen sink/garbage disposal, rebuilding the access door for the water heater, replacing the travel trailer-like front door, and figure out what I'm going to do about the missing air handler and duct work/vents. Also, I want to repaint the second bedroom, it's a ridiculous lime green!

With this age of home, what should I look at closely? When I get electric and water turned on next week, I'll look at the pipes as well as the outlets. The last time I was there, I turned the main breaker off as well as turned off the water to the inside.

Here are a few pics:
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Jerry Murphy]]></description>
      <category>Manufactured Home Owners Forum</category>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 18:39:58 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>[Ask The Manufactured Housing Expert] Title from a 1995 Manufactured home needs to be retired but cannot locate a title</title>
      <link>http://www.mobilehome.com/phorum5/read.php?2,83815,83815#msg-83815</link>
      <author>momsquared</author>
      <description><![CDATA[I am trying to refinance my 1995 manufactured home, located in Indiana, but I am told that the title needs to be retired.  We do not have the title and neither does our current mortgage holder.  I have tried to apply for a new title at the DMV and have been told that there is no title to re-issue.  How can I get a title so that I can have it retired&gt;]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:17:52 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>[Manufactured Home Repair &amp; Renovation] Ceiling of MH</title>
      <link>http://www.mobilehome.com/phorum5/read.php?8,83813,83813#msg-83813</link>
      <author>wilmot</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Hi. Just purchased a 1989 Fleetwood double wide in Florida in November. We are going there next week for a month. The ceilings require painting, but a guy we had looking at them says the strips beween the ceiling panels are metal and wont take paint so each metal strip will have to be masked off before painting. He quoted an outrageous price. If we were just going to wash it, what can we use that wont destroy the ceiling tile (not popcorn). What would be the best paint to use if I decide to paint?
   Thanks]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 12:47:12 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>[Ask The Manufactured Housing Expert] Outrigger</title>
      <link>http://www.mobilehome.com/phorum5/read.php?2,83811,83811#msg-83811</link>
      <author>mygrandchildren</author>
      <description><![CDATA[I have a floor joist that is not sitting on an outrigger. I have a small squeak and bounce in that spot. In the past I would just tighten the bolt on that particular outrigger and the squeak and bounce is gone. In this case the 2x6 floor joist does not sit on the outrigger. Could I just support that area with cinder blocks, a piece of pressure treated wood and shim as necessary?]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 12:29:41 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>[Ask The Manufactured Housing Expert] Floor &amp; Cosmetic Issues on New MH Home</title>
      <link>http://www.mobilehome.com/phorum5/read.php?2,83809,83809#msg-83809</link>
      <author>Brian1981</author>
      <description><![CDATA[We are in the process of finalizing our loan on a new 2012 Champion Manufactured Home.  The house is finished (concrete runners with concrete exterior perimeter).  We did a walk through today with the dealership just to see how it looked now that they have repaired the inside after there were several cracks in the tape&amp;texture.  As we were walking through the home, I could hear a sound coming from under the floor when I walked through the dining room.  Sounded like the floor was hitting against the steel beam under the home.  My wife said she thought there was a spot in the dinning room that felt a little weak (floor).  Of course she didn't tell me this until after we had returned home.  My question is, how will they handle this.  Cause I have a feeling they are gonna say; “Once you get furniture moved in, it shouldn’t make that noise anymore.

Also, the dealership had a private carpenter come in and fix all the cracks in the wall and all the trim.  I noticed there are several cosmetic issues such as a gap between the exterior wall and the tile in the kitchen counter where water could get in if they don't seal it.  Couple of the cabinets are not flush on top where they are suppose to join.  Our bathtub in the master bath has a rock finish to the skirting.  There concrete along where it meets the wall is all cracked and falling apart.  

My main concern is that there are a lot of areas that are going to need to be fixed.  The dealership said, “This is a extremely heavy house (2300 sq/ft) and things like this happen and they will get fixed.”  Also the door in our masterbath leading to the closet does not latch, it shuts but the door wont latch.  How do I make sure they are held up to their word and everything is fixed to my satisfaction if they want me to close the loan prior to fixing all these issues.  They said they would like me to live in the home for approx. 30 days prior to making a list to send to the manufacture.

Thanks,
Brian]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 02:59:55 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>[Ask The Manufactured Housing Expert] Re: title registration</title>
      <link>http://www.mobilehome.com/phorum5/read.php?2,83801,83803#msg-83803</link>
      <author>David Oxhandler</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Sounds like you need legal assistance.  A manufactured home title registers ownership with the state.  If you failed to put those titles in your name when you purchased the homes, and now can not locate the title you have no legal proof of ownership.

While it may raise the cost of moving into a home we strongly encourage anyone buying a manufactured home to pay close attention to perfecting the title work.  DO NOT PAY FOR ANY MANUFACTURED HOME THAT HAS NOT BEEN RE-TITLED IN YOUR NAME.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:17:16 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>[Ask The Manufactured Housing Expert] title registration</title>
      <link>http://www.mobilehome.com/phorum5/read.php?2,83801,83801#msg-83801</link>
      <author>gruth</author>
      <description><![CDATA[I bought two single mobile homes, my boyfriend moved in to live with me, after 4 years we broke up, I just found out that he'd stolen the titles. How can i get my mobile homes back if I never registered those titles under my name?  Though I have a notarized letter that shows the date, before living together, when I bought the mobile home from a person who gave me the title which she never registered under her name neither. That is my only proof that I have that shows I am the owner, but both of my mobile homes are grounded in his land and he is living in one and leasing the other one...any help?]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 13:07:49 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>[Guest Book] Re: Mobil Home Donation for Tax Write Off</title>
      <link>http://www.mobilehome.com/phorum5/read.php?7,58334,83799#msg-83799</link>
      <author>stacey</author>
      <description><![CDATA[We have a mobile home in Canton MI that we are willing to donate to a good cause.  It needs minor repairs to the doors but the kitchen and everything else is good.  Removing it would have to be at your expense.  Please let us know if you or someone you know might need this home,]]></description>
      <category>Guest Book</category>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 21 Jan 2012 18:57:14 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>[Ask The Manufactured Housing Expert] Re: moving single wide</title>
      <link>http://www.mobilehome.com/phorum5/read.php?2,83793,83797#msg-83797</link>
      <author>David Oxhandler</author>
      <description><![CDATA[The process is a lot more involved today then when your home was new.

Colorado like every others state has adopted licensing for manufactured home installers.  Some building authorities may permit an owner to hook up water, sewer,  electric and handle site preparation.  Most today, will require you to use licensed contractors. 

Do your homework so you don't get burnt! 

You will need an installer who is licensed in the county where you want to set the home, to pull the necessary permits.  Find three or four installers and invite each to meet you at your new location to give a written estimate of price.  

BEWARE OF THE LOWEST PRICE.... especially if it is significantly below the others.  Require each to include an itemization of what parts and tasks are included in price, so you can make an intelligent, informed, comparison. 

Talk to neighbors, friends, local manufactured housing businesses and folks that you work with about each contractors reputation.   

Set up a schedule to pay as stages of the installation are completed.  Be sure to hold back about 10% until inspections are passed.]]></description>
      <category>Ask The Manufactured Housing Expert</category>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 21 Jan 2012 11:13:34 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>[Ask The Manufactured Housing Expert] Re: Number of Vents along my skirting?</title>
      <link>http://www.mobilehome.com/phorum5/read.php?2,83777,83795#msg-83795</link>
      <author>trmimo</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Keep in mind that the numbers above are net free area.  That is to say the vent area after you subtract the area used by the screen material and or louvers.]]></description>
      <category>Ask The Manufactured Housing Expert</category>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 21 Jan 2012 07:07:47 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>[Ask The Manufactured Housing Expert] moving single wide</title>
      <link>http://www.mobilehome.com/phorum5/read.php?2,83793,83793#msg-83793</link>
      <author>Lia</author>
      <description><![CDATA[We want to move our single wide trailer.  It is 14 x 70, 1988.  We are going from Pueblo, Co to Penrose, Co.  It is about 30 miles west on Highway 50.  We will be moving on private land.  We will hook up our own water &amp; electricity.  We want to know everything we need to do to get it moved.  Who can move it?  Will we have to do any paperwork?  How much it will cost?]]></description>
      <category>Ask The Manufactured Housing Expert</category>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 23:21:20 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>[Ask The Manufactured Housing Expert] Re: Number of Vents along my skirting?</title>
      <link>http://www.mobilehome.com/phorum5/read.php?2,83777,83791#msg-83791</link>
      <author>fredcdobbs</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Talk to your Authority Having Jurisdiction inspector and look at your set up manual.The set up manual will give you the manufacturers requirement which is most likely 1 sq ft per 150 sq ft of under floor area or 1 sq ft per 1,500 sq ft if a ground moisture retarder is installed. My experience has been that most AHJ's will follow the manufacturer's installation manual. 

Some manufacturers of late have adopted the HUD 3285 Model Manufacturerd Home Installation Standards as the backbone for the set up manual. There is at least one AHJ that is enforcing the statement in at least one manufacturers set up manual that is directly from the 3285 &quot; in areas subject to freezing, the coverings for the ventilation openings must have an operable damper, permitting them to be in the open or closed position depending on the weather&quot;]]></description>
      <category>Ask The Manufactured Housing Expert</category>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 10:59:50 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>[Manufactured Home Repair &amp; Renovation] Re: Mold-Thanks for the help</title>
      <link>http://www.mobilehome.com/phorum5/read.php?8,63550,83789#msg-83789</link>
      <author>Usagi</author>
      <description><![CDATA[I don't know if you know yet, but Tracy Mason Passed away on September 10th, 2010.  He battled a short 5 months of lung cancer.  Probably caused from the mold.  I wish he wore the mask sooner.  He posted how he felt sick, it only escalted from there on out.  I won't go into detail about my father, but I just thought you should know.  Also on mold hill several pets and a small baby passed away from the black mold.  If only we knew then what we knew today.]]></description>
      <category>Manufactured Home Repair &amp; Renovation</category>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 23:38:42 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>[First Time Home Buyers Forum] Re: Marlette homes</title>
      <link>http://www.mobilehome.com/phorum5/read.php?3,83785,83787#msg-83787</link>
      <author>rmurray</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Marlette IS a Clayton Brand name. See their web site here: 


http://www.claytonhomes.com/clayton_brands.cfm]]></description>
      <category>First Time Home Buyers Forum</category>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 23:13:14 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>[First Time Home Buyers Forum] Marlette homes</title>
      <link>http://www.mobilehome.com/phorum5/read.php?3,83785,83785#msg-83785</link>
      <author>bluezebra58</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Does anyone know if Marlette is a step up from clayton or the same? Thanks.]]></description>
      <category>First Time Home Buyers Forum</category>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:18:39 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>[First Time Home Buyers Forum] Re: Cautionary tale</title>
      <link>http://www.mobilehome.com/phorum5/read.php?3,83735,83783#msg-83783</link>
      <author>David Oxhandler</author>
      <description><![CDATA[I am not blaming you.  Unfortunately you find yourself in a potion that is very bad.  I am letting others that read this know that if they don't want to find themselves in your position the simple solution is to do the research BEFORE you buy.  Trust BUT verify !]]></description>
      <category>First Time Home Buyers Forum</category>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:10:13 -0500</pubDate>
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