Learning How to Re-Level a Mobile Home

Nov 17, 2013

Simple Steps How to Re-level a Mobile Home

Are you interested in learning how to re-level a mobile home or trailer house? If you are please read on and I will try and explain all the steps in detail the best I know-how.

First, you will need a few essential tools to get started, here is a list:

Water level
One 15 to the 20-ton hydraulic jack
A pair of coveralls
Leather gloves
Hammer
Extra blocks, 4” x 8” x 16”, 8” x 8” x 16”
4”x 12” or 4” x 16” wedges
Flashlight or headlamp

Water Level Is Important to Re-Level a Mobile Home

Set up your water level (another article). Take the water level and start by checking all the outside corners and the middle of each beam’s length and find the high spot. Once you establish the highest point you need to begin working to jack the entire home up a level to this. If the home is more than an inch out of level, you will need to use more precautions.

We have witnessed some homes up to 8” out of level due to slabs settling under poorly compacted soils. Homes with this much work to bring to level may require a second day and may require a slab jacking company to aid in filling voids under the slab with grout (Usually this is not the norm). Furthermore, you may need to remove some mobile home skirting.

Your home may only require minor adjustments as do most that have been set up for several years. Start jacking from the area that makes the most sense which is usually from the highest point working outward toward the lowest point. Use blocks and wedges to secure the home at the correct level. If using a water level make sure that all the air bubbles are out of the line (hint: use a little surfactant in the water).

Keep An Eye Out for Other Problems

When you are under the home use the flashlight to check heat ducts, water lines for leaks, and underbelly wrap for holes. Any repair that is made to these things can save a homeowner hundreds if not thousands of dollars. Water leaks are usually the cause of tremendous ground settling.

During and after you finish leveling the home; check the tie-downs to make sure they are all secure. Let the homeowner know any of your findings so they can make informed decisions on their homes’ repair and costs.

Keep tuned in here for more mobile home insights. Visit us at www.Duraskirt.com

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Before Buying Park Model Underpinning

Nov 16, 2013

Do You Own a Park Model Home? You Need Park Model Underpinning

Let’s talk about Park Model underpinning especially if you own a Park Model home. Moreover, considering your choices of products can be a fun beginning. Also, with all the choices there are advantages and disadvantages to various types of underpinning. Additionally, the most obvious advantage would be styling.

There are many styles of underpinning from rugged to sleek even rocky. In addition, some styles offer a seamless look enhancing the overall appearance of your Park Model Home. Obviously, homes without underpinning are at a huge disadvantage.

Homes without underpinning do not regulate the temperature properly. Furthermore, among other disadvantages is appearance, rodents, and weather damages. Clearly, it is easy to see that these homes look so much nicer installing the proper underpinning.

Nothing begins brightening up the look of a Park Model Home better than installing brand-new park model underpinning technology. So, selecting a Park Model underpinning constructed from durable, high-quality materials. As well, picking a product that doesn’t scratch easily, dent, peel, or burn. Yes, some are even flame resistant.

: Park Model with DURASKIRT™ – Tiny House Nation.

: This park model underpinning or skirting looks great!

: Skirting a park model with DURASKIRT™.

: Park model shown with DURASKIRT™ underpinning.

: Park model skirted with DURASKIRT™.

: The Stars of “Tiny House Nation” installing DURASKIRT™ concrete underpinning.

Maintaining Park Model Underpinning

Another important consideration is properly maintaining the park model underpinning. Also, the best styles being produced use high-quality concrete. Likewise, this underpinning helps to regulate the temperature, very much like insulation in the walls of the home.

Also, allowing the home to stay cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. Besides, concrete underpinning also is great at preventing problems with wild animals taking shelter under the home.

Therefore, the underpinning needs to deter pests such as wasp or hornets nesting under the home. Not to mention, dogs and cats finding their way under the home chewing through duct-work

This park model underpinning or skirting looks great!

or damaging belly wrap.

Winter Considerations for Underpinning

During the extremes of winter, underpinning prevents the homes’ pipes from freezing. Most noteworthy, today’s underpinning will not rust nor corrode. Still, the latest technology is resistant to all weather conditions.

For instance, choosing a Park Model skirting or underpinning that requires practically no maintenance is best. Because, once it is installed on a home, the cleaning of this beautiful skirting is as easy as using soap and water.

Buying an Underpinning Kit

When purchasing a park model skirting package, it is important to determine its dimensions. Begin by measuring the length, and width of the home, then the height of the skirting. Foremost, simply to determining the height by measuring the distance between the slab and ground.

Then, measuring the distance of the Park Model Home from corner to corner to determine the length of each side. Finally, totally all sides distance to ascertain the lineal footage necessary for ordering. Lastly, the more credible businesses charge a lineal footage rate based on the length of the underpinning.

Choose Underpinning with Good Installation Instructions

As well, it is important choosing a company that has great customer service. Foremost, the reasons being you may need to have questions answered along the way requiring an expert’s advice. An underpinning, such as DURASKIRT™ will go a long way in helping with your success.

Remember, a properly installing underpinning or skirting will increase the value of the Park Model Home and the attractiveness. More so, there are limitless styles, and prices to choose from. Be aware, few types have warranties covering their products for use as underpinning.

In conclusion, anyone with a Park Model Home should be considering purchasing or upgrading to one of the styles offering the latest in Park Model Skirting technology like DURASKIRT™.

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Siding Panels for Mobile Homes

Nov 12, 2013

Siding Panels for Mobile Homes Complete Your Home

Everyone knows new siding panels for mobile homes complete your homes’ appearance. Moreover, they offer you a new look. It goes without saying, to see that they are made of the highest quality. Indeed, durable material like DURASKIRT™. Although you can choose from a plethora of siding panel choices, not all are designed for longevity in mind.

Realize that the siding materials you pick to decorate your homes’ underpinning must match. More specifically, they will need to complement the exterior colors and textures covering the exterior walls and roof. Lastly, be aware of these important points:

Rodent & pest resistant
Fire resistant
Do not rot
DIY instructions and support
Shipping costs
Warranty

Popularity Is One Aspect but Think Long-Term

Always use durable siding panels for manufactured homes like DURASKIRT™ for longevity.

Long-term meaning product longevity. Obviously, the gist is looking ten, twenty, or even thirty years down the road. Nevertheless, what will your home value be in ten years with the skirting you’re choosing? Likewise, what is popular is not always prudent.

Above all, be conscious that your homes’ skirting doesn’t stand out. Secondly, that it is well constructed. Finally, this way you’ll be sure and save money in the future and your homes’ value will stay intact.

Further Recommendations

Whatever your choice, installing the siding panels for mobile homes is always advisable to hire a professional installer. Although, for a handier person you can rely on good instructions and a product that installs rather easily.

So, get siding panels that are manufactured with high-quality material and especially an American-made product. Don’t forget, after obtaining mobile home siding panels and fixing them properly in place, they will beautify your home. Also remember, to do the best job you can and follow the directions.

Surely, it’s always advisable to contact the manufacturer if you need help. Be mindful that the manufacturer has the most experience with their product. Lastly, trust the manufacturer as they are always your best source of help and information.

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DIY Mobile Home Re-Leveling Made Much Easier

Nov 10, 2013

DIY Mobile Home Re-Leveling & Set-up / Retrofit Cart – A Do-It-Yourself Must

Have you ever installed new blocking on a re-level or seismic blocks under a used mobile home? Not a fun job is it? That’s why you need the Retrofit Cart for this very cumbersome task, making it less of a chore.

Installing new blocking when you Do-It-Yourself or DIY mobile home re-leveling is easy. With the mobile home re-leveling retrofit cart, seismic-blocks are simple too? Not a fun job is it? Creative Concrete, LLC, makers of Duraskirt™, has invented a Retrofit-Cart. This very cumbersome task is done in short order with this cart.

So…before beginning your DIY re-leveling on your mobile home you should know about the DURASKIRT™ re-level and seismic retrofit cart. The cart makes it easy to maneuver blocks and seismic blocks under homes through crawl spaces. This can be very time-consuming and back-breaking work without the Retrofit-Cart.

Another use for the cart is on new home sets like the new manufactured home in this video. Watch how the cart can be used with the tray insert to load blocks along the marriage line of this home. After seeing the cart in use pick up the phone and order yours today.

Order Today by Calling MH Service & Supply 360-419-9909 or https://duraskirt.com/duraskirt-seismic-retrofit-cart/

Options to Choose from:

RETROFIT CART PRO
RETROFIT CART PRO w/ Block Carrier Insert Tray
Block Carrier Insert Tray

Choose From These Options

RETROFIT CART PRO – add Optional Block Tray Insert – Optional Block Tray – Insert Only

The RETROFIT CART Features:

Heavy Duty Steel Construction
Quick Release for placing seismic blocks
Length Adjustment
Pivot Steering for sharp turning
Removable Handle w/ easy storage
Low Profile for tight crawlspace maneuverability
Powder-coat Paint
Flat-Free Tires
Front and Rear Hooks
Precision bearings never need grease

For more information on the Duraskirt™ Seismic Retrofit Cart follow:
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DURASKIRT™ Installation

Nov 4, 2013

Regarding DURASKIRT™ Installation.

Q: How much time does DURASKIRT™ take to install?

Answer:

We have people asking us this question all the time. The simple answer is to calculate the time to install one panel at a time then multiply it by the number of panels needed for your home. Once you know this you can simply do the math. The average home takes approximately 60 panels. So let’s assume 5 minutes each multiply by 60 panels then divide by 60 minutes per hour = 5 hours.

Now do not be frustrated if it takes you more time. We have people that can install a home in less than three hours which is flat out moving. Don’t be shamed because most homeowners average twice this rate and it can take even longer if the site is not prepped properly.

Remember the five Ps?

Proper Preparation Prevents Piss Poor Performance. If you have never heard of the five P’s well, it’s about time you learned and take it to heart. I want to continue by emphasizing the following before we go into preparation because I feel it very important to get this concept down first, that is, install times.

Again, How long does DURASKIRT™ installation take?

Really it depends on your home. Usually, it can take 3 – 8 hours to remove existing skirting from your home. Then you need to inspect and see if you have and rot where you need to attach the new …skirting and if so you must replace these areas with new wood. When this is all finished, DURASKIRT™ installation can take between 3 to 7 minutes per panel to install depending on your skill level and the home site. So one person can install DURASKIRT™ in one 9 hour day or up to 3 seven-hour days. Two people can install DURASKIRT™ in 4 1/2 hours or up to 10 1/2 hours.

1″ to a 1 1/2″ gap from the top of the skirting panel to give good ventilation.

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They need a tape measure built into the handle.

Grade the site first by measuring and placing a 31″ mark on your shovel or a stick. A shovel handle works best because it is already in your hand. A properly prepared site is graded so that the skirting panels have a 31″ gap to the ground from the rim-joist. When the panels go in they need at least a 1″ gap but can go as much as 1 -1/2″ gap. This photo helps explain:

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Rock Skirting for Mobile Homes

Nov 3, 2013

Rock Skirting? What About DURASKIRT™

Rock skirting is a trending choice for mobile home skirting. Other popular choices too, are more like traditional houses. Moreover, they’re still mobile homes because you can move with them anywhere. Additionally, you can fix it in any desired place by using the HUD Permanent Foundation Guidelines.

Custom-made Park model with real concrete skirting panels. For more information visit DURASKIRT.com

Likewise, these homes are made up of durable products like non-weathering plastics and wood. However still, how can you make your mobile home look good? Furthermore, like other magnificent homes with a more traditional feel? If this is your question, there is a simple answer to it— rock skirting or the site-built look.

Rock skirting for mobile homes is a different feature. However, to give the same aesthetic appearance as the residential home you need a more traditional look. Best of all this more traditional smooth concrete skirting helps prevent animals from intruding your home. Unlike, plastic stone skirting or rock skirting which comes with varying colors of real rocks, although still plastic.

Comparatively, these varying color shades work together to refine the look and give a majestic appearance to your home. Never the same, but similar, they come in mufti-shades like ash color, brick red color, marble white color, and many more. They are affordable and easy to install. Nevertheless, these rock skirting are plastic and thus rapidly deteriorating.

How to purchase affordable and reliable rock skirting for your home?

Stone skirting providers, who sell these kinds of products, should use the best-branded and tested products. However, if you find out that you need stone skirting products, you can get them at any e-commerce website that offers affordable and reliable products.

Remember to compare a few of them and ask for samples. The characteristics to look out for include quality, heat resistance, price, design, weathering proof, etc. You may also check if they are seasoned so that they can withstand all kinds of heavy seasonal effects. To know more, you can contact any rock skirting contractor to make your mobile home perfect and more beautiful.

Or Get A More Traditional Home Look

Conversely, you can go with a long-lasting more traditional look and feel. Indeed, a quality concrete skirting product that meets the HUD requirements and helps secure better loan rates. For more information check out www.DURASKIRT.com.

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Professional Mobile Home Re-Leveling Experts

Oct 28, 2013

Professional Mobile Home Re-Leveling Experts Make A Huge Difference

Mobile homes provide a number of advantages for smart investors, but if you’re acquainted with the generalizations about factory-built housing let me explain. Let’s eliminate those misconceptions with some convincing information. Because the industry has been under a face-lift since the early ’90s and some businesses have grown out of this which includes professional mobile home re-leveling experts.

Mobile home anchoring and stabilizing are important items when considering buying a factory-built house. The question people ask is how often, if at all, they need to re-level their mobile home. Another element of this type of property is whether or not it is completely attached to the land. Most professionals suggest before buying this style of home to consider how you intend on anchoring tying it to the land or with older homes how well was the mobile home secured. Above all, this information is vital in securing a loan as for many new manufactured home buyers loans are a big consideration.

Conventional Methods for Building Mobile Homes

The mobile home sector’s conventional methods, when it comes to manufactured house sales and loans, may give rise to the thoughts of fast devaluation. New mobile home loans often consist of charges, factors, and costly, unwanted add-ins, such as cash discounts, and single-premium credit life, which hampers the stability of the loan but does not add value to the property. Used mobile houses are often topic to higher interest rates than new ones, which is generally not the case with site-built homes.

As for used mobile homes, mobile home re-leveling is the best choice for all kinds of individual homeowners. It’s advisable to get professional mobile home re-leveling experts to do this job. Since there are different concerns you have to consider, based on the kind of home brand you own, as it is not wise to make common declarations or generalized judgments. But there are many items that are common to each in a general way.

Foremost, the best advice is to do some reading and take a good look at what you own before calling a professional. For instance, when you call a professional appliance service because your dryer stopped working it’s helpful for them to know the make and model so they leave their shop prepared to make the rapid repair so you can get back to drying your laundry. Another valid point to think about is site-specific conditions that need to be addressed by a qualified engineer.

Engineered Methods To Re-Level A Mobile Home

Engineers are now getting in and illustrating plans for how mobile home re-leveling must be done. In some cases, technicians are required to acquire and sustain permits to do re-leveling. In Washington State, it is required to be a licensed manufactured home installer. If the property was not set up effectively, which happens in many cases, bringing the property up to current requirements will be necessary.

Homes that are set on dirt or gravel usually require re-leveling to be properly executed regularly and conducted by professionals. So, professional mobile home re-leveling experts must be called in. Be mindful, weather or climate conditions can play a huge factor in how often these kinds of homes need re-leveling?

The wetter the climate means it is more likely you will need re-leveling more often. As an ounce of prevention, it is preferable to make a more effectively developed gravel pad and not rest it simply on the dirt. Contacting certified installation specialists to examine your house site plans that will provide you with professional suggestions is recommended. Doing the proper homework ahead of your home project will improve the future life and improve your lifestyle.

Convenience Is Never Compromised Living In A Mobile Home

Living in one of these kinds of mobile homes does not mean you have to compromise conveniences either. Leased property in recreational areas is reasonable and in some cases offers lakes, parks, and recreation or golf course amenities; often providing a more splendid luxurious, and advantageous living than site-built communities do! We have seen recreational areas with entertainment facilities and community centers, regularly, and much more often. Some individuals choose to live this way because they can access high-class living standards at a lower cost.

Mobile home living also provides you with a means of versatility. I understand that mobile homes and manufactured houses are not all the same. Some can be transported by connecting them up to a vehicle. Others need to be delivered in sections by transport vehicles. The varying costs of these different solutions will play a factor in your choice of home. But all manufactured homes will need regularly scheduled re-leveling and periodic inspections by professionals to get the most out of your money spent.

The cost of mobile home re-leveling in Washington State or in any State varies in prices. The reason for the varying costs is the level of services performed. The best services to use are ones that offer a complete underfloor inspection. MH Service & Supply offers the best underfloor inspection and most complete services in our industry.

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Receiving DURASKIRT™ Skirting Packages

Oct 27, 2013

Receiving Your DURASKIRT™ Packages Now What? Manufactured Home Skirting Kits (Packages)

So you ordered your DURASKIRT™ manufactured home skirting kits to place on your manufactured home or mobile home. Moreover, you can expect approximately one to two days for your skirting packages to process into shipping. Additionally, the crates look like the photo above when they’re ready to leave our factory.

Once the skirting kit leaves our factory on a truck, you can expect shipping times that can vary from one to seven days or up to a couple of weeks if going to Alaska. We are talking about the United States shipping lanes.

In the United States, there are many shipping carriers to choose from and each has its market niche called “shipping lanes.” Sometimes these lanes overlap and in these areas the cost is pushed down because of the added competition. If you are in one of these areas you can benefit from lower shipping costs.

Shipping Costs for Manufactured Home Skirting Kits

Most areas of the United States have very competitive shipping lanes and therefore, this results in the surprisingly low pallet shipping cost. We manufacture DURASKIRT™ skirting packages in a way that minimizes the freight charges. Moreover, so our customers gain affordable concrete skirting. Most recently, one of our customers met the delivery truck and received his mobile home skirting packages.

Can you picture yourself ready for a DIY skirting celebration? Talk to your family and friends and ask them if they will participate in a day of skirting with you. I am certain they will help after you inform them it will be the last time you will need their help as far as skirting for your home.

One customer responded, “DURASKIRT™ and Be Done.”

After your skirting is finished you will be glad you made the investment in time, cost, and effort. Your home will be happy for years to come. I’m sure if it could, your home would smile and wink with pride. You can take advantage of purchasing DURASKIRT™ by calling 360-419-9909 or visit our website at www.Duraskirt.com. The next Blog topic will be “How to Safely Open A DURASKIRT™ Crate.” Please keep in mind your safety first!

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How to Look for Manufactured Home Dealerships

Oct 26, 2013

Manufactured Home Dealerships – How To Choose One

There are now a lot of people looking at manufactured home dealerships to purchase a house that is appropriate to their needs. Since most manufactured homes are priced within reach of salaried people, it becomes a practical choice, especially with the uncertain economic signs. But looking for dealers of manufactured homes and actually purchasing are two different things. This is because it is easy to look for dealers but whether they can supply the best-manufactured home for you is another question.

Consult a manufactured home skirting expert

Quality mobile home dealerships begin with quality homes.

One of the best ways to look for dealers of manufactured homes is to consult manufactured home skirting experts in your city. They know many dealers and therefore can give excellent advice like which among them is the best in terms of service but also when it comes to price.

Get recommendations from friends and relatives

If you have friends or relatives who already bought a manufactured home before, it is also good to get information from them. They have experienced purchasing and living in a manufactured home, they have a pretty clear idea of how it goes. This can help you a lot in making the right decision.

Realize too, that some manufactured home dealerships became popular because they have satisfied many customers and the best promotion called “word of mouth” is going in their favor. Maybe your friends know which one is the most popular.

Search mobile home dealerships online

Searching for mobile home dealerships is a lot easier nowadays because of the power of the internet. With just a few clicks, you can already search for dealers without leaving your home or office. You can browse their web pages and from there determine which is best for your mobile home needs. When looking for dealers, however, it is best to choose one that is near where you live so the add-on charges of transportation are minimized.

For more information regarding mobile home skirting visit www.Duraskirt.com.

Reasons Why You Should Choose DURASKIRT™

Oct 26, 2013

Reasons Why You Should Choose DURASKIRT ™

Since 2000, Creative Concrete Products, LLC has been one of the most premier homes skirting companies in the United States. We’re located in Mount Vernon, WA, it has boasted a reputation of over 4,000 successful DURASKIRT ™ installations in Washington, Oregon, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, Oklahoma, Colorado, Wyoming, and Illinois and shows no signs of stopping. If you need home skirting done call on Creative Concrete Products, LLC.

DURASKIRT ™ is the first and only place you should call. Here are the reasons why:

Affordability: Let’s face it – people are into economy and affordability. People want to save money in any way possible, but they also don’t want to deprive themselves of the pleasures of life – home modification being one of them. It’s nice that a company has reasonable rates, and will give you a quote before working on your home and potentially nickel-and-dimming you.
Appearance: A lot of DURASKIRT’s clientele have had skirting done on their mobile homes. Mobile homes kind of get a bad rap, but they are commonly known for their aluminum skirting, which leads to many issues, one of them being the fact that it gives the home kind of a ratty and ragged appearance.
DURASKIRT ™ uses the finest concrete finishes in their home skirts, giving your mobile home skirting a more dignified and classy appearance!
DURASKIRT ™ is not a one-trick pony! While many of their installations have consisted of mobile homes, that’s not all they do. They have also done installations on decks, offices, hot tubs, and many other structures.
With DURASKIRT’s flexible style, anything is possible!
Do It Yourself (DIY): While DURASKIRT ™ will happily install your home skirt at an excellent price, they also give you the option to provide you with the supplies and kits so you can do it yourself. How great is that?
Support your community and your country: DURASKIRT ™ their products for sale nationwide, and all of their material is made in the good ol’ U.S. of A! Be sure to consider getting a home skirting made of their finest smooth wall finish!
Speaking of Smooth wall…: You’re guaranteed to give a home or structure an awesome look.
Guaranteed: DURASKIRT ™ offers a full warranty. So no worries. With a great history of customer satisfaction, a loyal clientele, a company working toward helping their customers with all their needs.

DURASKIRT ™ is Pacific Northwest’s best home skirting business with second to none service.

Call 360-419-9909 today and you will not be disappointed. Our prices are competitive. Visit us always for all your mobile home skirting needs.

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