Foundation Certification

Dec 20, 2020

What is FHA HUD Engineered Foundation Certification for Manufactured Homes?

An engineer’s FHA HUD foundation certification is required by lenders for manufactured homes. The main lenders for manufactured homes are VA, FHA, or USDA. Moreover, these services include an on-site inspection of the home. They will assess compliance with the requirements of HUD-7584 (Guidebook 4930.3G) Permanent Foundations Guide for Manufactured Housing, dated 1996.

After an inspection, providing the home complies, the engineer issues a certified letter of compliance with a Professional Engineer seal. On the other hand, if found out of compliance you will receive a letter stating the findings. This letter will let you know exactly what is needed for your home to be brought into compliance.

What Is The Purpose of Getting This Done?

Engineering firms like Hayman can inspect your home for compliance with HUD-7584. If found in compliance they will issue you a foundation certification. If not, they will recommend upgrades to bring your home into compliance.

In 1992 Hurricane Andrew than the Northridge earthquake in 1994 thousands of federally funded manufactured homes were destroyed. As a result, the foundations were found to be inadequate for high winds and seismic events. Thus, in 1996 the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued HUD-7584 to create a higher standard for manufactured home foundations.

In most cases, HUD-7584 exceeds the requirements of most local and state jurisdictions setting a “high benchmark” to qualify for federal funding. Although this requirement does not apply to conventional bank mortgages or cash purchases, it does make good sense for your manufactured home.

Who Pays for Inspections and or Repairs?

Usually, the lender will require that the buyer pays for the inspection. However, in cases of non-compliance, it is typically the Seller’s responsibility to pay for any corrections needed.

Generally, the remedies vary in cost. However, in our experience homes are insufficiently braced for wind and seismic. Repairs must be made to their foundations for earthquake-resistant bracing or more tie-downs.

The Advantages for Sellers to Get Foundation Certifications Ahead of Selling

The benefit for the seller is this, listing your home as eligible for VA, FHA, or USDA financing. When buyers are made aware that your home meets all requirements for financing, they are more inclined to begin negotiations. Obviously, this is also a great incentive to both the buyer and the real estate agent.

Best Way to Pit Set A Manufactured Home

Best Way to Pit Set A Manufactured Home

Nov 29, 2020

History of Pit Set A Manufactured Home

Did you know the pit set manufactured home is a relatively new concept? We have watched the manufactured home industry evolve over the years. Beginning with tin can trailers placed in parks to beautiful custom family homes. This viable housing transformation began when congress enacted the 1994 “Permanent Foundation Code for Manufactured Homes.”

By enacting this code in 1994 it has instigated the pit set manufactured home aiming to make a manufactured home look like a house. Although there are many ways to accomplish this, I am going to be discussing our 20-year journey to perfecting it. Yes, we began in 2000 mindful that the manufactured home industry needed a product to help the longevity of their home.

Reason Why to Pit Set A Manufactured Home

Firstly, let us discuss the reasons for envisioning the best way to pit set a manufactured home. We will need to go back to the 1980s when we were installing manufactured homes. These homes were changing to offer wood siding and site-built features. Therefore, we began to see the need for a pit setting.

What Are the Advantages of Pit Setting?

Instagram pit set manufactured home foundation skirting DURASKIRT

A customer posted this about DURASKIRT™ on Instagram.

When we say pit set, we are meaning that the soils are excavated so that the blocking is set down into the ground. The advantages are obvious, like eliminating steps into the home and energy savings. Though, there were two drawbacks associated with pit setting a manufactured home. The shortcomings being higher costs and groundwater.

The Use of Wrong Products

Mainly the cost associated with pit setting a manufactured home was above many budgets. So, the industry began trying to curb these costs by using materials like pressure-treated wood skirting. Some have tried using the Hardie panel which quickly deteriorated allowing rodent intrusion. Obviously, these products were found to be terrible ideas.

For discernible reasons, concrete skirting has taken over the pit set manufactured home market. Primarily, because the concrete does not rot and when done right keeps rodents from invading. So, let us talk about the issues with concrete skirting.

Types of Concrete Skirting

1. Stem-wall

What is stem-wall concrete skirting? Stem wall concrete skirting is when you pour a concrete wall around the perimeter of the manufactured home. Clearly, the stem-wall needs a footing for support adding time and money to your project. The main benefit to a stem-wall is that it is strong, lasting, and makes a manufactured home look like a house.

In Opposition, since manufactured homes are mainly supported internally, this is still a skirt. A very costly skirting that also needs a well-constructed crawl space and Requires filling the gap from the top of the wall to the home. If these two things are not addressed properly the home will not be rodent-proof.

Pros: Stem-Wall Skirting	Cons: Stem-Wall Skirting
Strong	Costly
Longevity	Extending the building schedule.
Makes the manufactured home look like a house.	Requires filling the gap from the top of the wall to the home.
Eliminates steps into the home.	Moving the home in the future.
	Crawl space may or may not be constructed to prevent rodent intrusion.
	Needs a footing.
	No warranty.
	If a 6-sack concrete mix is used it is considered waterproof. Otherwise, a bituminous layer painted on the outside of the wall is needed for waterproofing.

2. Concrete Block Skirting to Pit Set A Manufactured Home

Block skirting on a manufactured home.

Concrete block skirting is also a good way to skirting a manufactured home. The benefits are obviously like that of a stem-wall although easier to move the home when it becomes necessary. The drawback especially using split-faced is sealing the gap from the top of blocks to the bottom of the home.

Similarly, the crawl space, being an entry point to rodents must be constructed well. Identically to a stem wall, a block requires a good foundation for support. Conversely, block walls tend to crack, and being porous can grow moss and leak groundwater. Too, a bituminous layer is needed. The skirting will need to be painted on the outside and being more porous usually requires more material than a stem wall.

Pros: Concrete Block Skirting	Cons: Concrete Block Skirting
Strong	Costly
Longevity	Extending the building schedule.
Eliminates steps into the home.	Requires filling the gap from the top of the wall to the home.
	Moving the home in the future.
	Crawl space may or may not be constructed to prevent rodent intrusion.
	Needs a footing.
	No warranty.
	Requires a bituminous layer painted on the outside of the wall for waterproofing. Due to being very porous, it usually requires more material than a stem wall.
	Looks like a manufactured home.

3. DURASKIRT™ Concrete Skirting

You can place back-fill up to 6″ down from Belly-band or in this photo 6″ below the white metal drip cap. DURASKIRT™ meets the standard for foundation certification found in the HUD-7584 Permanent Foundation code.

DURASKIRT™ concrete skirting is a well-thought-out and planned product. The reason why is simple. DURASKIRT™ has been planned and proven for more than two decades by people that know the problems and solutions for the manufactured home industry well.

Indeed, the lower costs are attributed to both speed of installation and more stably priced materials. With both expenses of labor and material costs factored in DURASKIRT™ will always be a better value. Besides, the lower costs of having a warranty, no rodent intrusion, and making your manufactured home look like a house is important and sets DURASKIRT™ apart.

Finally, look at this recap and you’ll agree. DURASKIRT™ checks all the boxes.

Pros: DURASKIRT™ Concrete Skirting	Cons: DURASKIRT™ Concrete Skirting
Much lower cost.
Long-lasting
Eliminates steps into the home.
Does not require filling the gap at the top.
Easily take off to repair panels or move home. Reusable.
No footing required.
Has warranty.
Poured with more than 6-sack concrete which is considered waterproof.
Makes a manufactured home look like a house.
Crawlspace fitted to prevent rodent intrusion.
Speeds schedule.
Strong

Keeping Ground Water Out

Like I alluded to above groundwater can be a drawback. This definitely depends on your land for many reasons. The point is to be mindful there is a danger so you can design a proper solution. I will be addressing this in greater detail in a future blog so sign up so you can stay informed.

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Mobile Home Improvements

Jun 1, 2020

Five Mobile Home Improvements You Must Do

What is the first thing you think about when mobile home improvements come to mind? Perhaps, carpets, cabinets, doors, or windows? Yes, these are all things that need your care and maintenance. But, why simply cover up the real mess that is your homes undercarriage or underfloor.

What Lurks Below Your Mobile Home?

Well, like the mantra says, “every good house is built on a solid foundation” so, let us begin discussing it. Moreover, what does that mean for your mobile home to have a solid foundation? In fact, there are two codes governing manufactured or mobile homes.

Two Codes Governing Manufactured Homes & Mobile Home Improvements

One code is meant for temporary use and the other is for permanent use and title removal. For this article I will be emphasizing permanent foundations for manufactured homes. Certainly, you want a solid foundation under your home.

Foundation – Mobile Home Improvements Priority

Chiefly, permanent foundations require good planning and execution. What is more, they should be at the top of your mobile home improvements list. Namely, they need to have excellent drainage, provide solid support, and keep rodents out. By far the best way to accomplish this is a gravel pad, for drainage and support then a decent earthquake resistant bracing system (ERBS).

Once the concrete blocking is installed along with the earthquake resistant bracing the next vital improvement is the skirting. Next, decide which skirting or underpinning you’re going to use. For this, we choose DURASKIRT™ concrete mobile home skirting for its longevity and looks. Looks? Yes, if you want your mobile home to look like a real house or authentic, you will want this product.

FYI we do not recommend insulated mobile home skirting and if you read the article you’ll understand why.

Windows

Due to the cost of energy, heating bills, you will want double pane windows. Surely, vinyl windows will do the trick. Moreover, if you finish them off correctly from the outside with painted wood trim, they will look great. Besides, you will be proud to show them off.

Doors – We recommend This Mobile Home Improvement

A mobile home improvement project would not be complete with new interior and exterior doors. In fact, new doors and the latest hardware will give your home a great look and feel. Since you will be bringing in guests you will not want to be embarrassed when your great them at your door. Furthermore, they will probably want to use your restroom and thus a new bathroom door.

Bathroom, Kitchen & Flooring

In general, Bathrooms, kitchens and floor coverings seem to always be the things taking the most abuse. These areas of your home require remodeling and periodic upgrading from time to time. Thus, choosing more modern colors, cabinets, and counter-tops with suffice. Especially, when you have company over for dinner and a game of cards.

Roofing, Exterior Paint & Siding
A mobile home being painted.

These Days, a mobile home improvement project would not be complete without upgrading the siding and roofing. Besides, you will want to change your siding to a more durable cement board with a wood grain pattern. Not to mention, the roofing needs to match a more modern shake look style to complete the house like look that everyone loves.

Finally, the exterior needs a more modern color scheme. To clarify, painting the siding with a more vivid color and the trim color being a complimentary light color. As you know, trim always seems to do better with lighter colors due to heat. To emphasize, light colors on wood trim tend to make the trim last longer.

In conclusion, we want to say it is your home and your choices, so we recommend choosing carefully. And, if you would please kindly share our article with your family and friends maybe we will have a mobile home improvement revolution. For more information please stay tuned or call DURASKIRT, LLC call 360-419-9909 or email richardimus@duraskirt.com.

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Permanent Foundations for Manufactured Homes

May 30, 2020

What is considered a permanent foundation for a manufactured home?

Constructing manufactured homes on permanent foundations differ from stick-framed homes. Although they use similar building methods, these homes also incorporate techniques gleaned from commercially built structures. So, “what is a permanent foundation for a manufactured home?

Since 1976 with the National Mobile Home Construction and Safety Act (42 U.S.C.), manufactured home innovations keep expanding. One such innovation came in September 1996 when the Permanent Foundations Guide for Manufactured Housing (4930.3G) passed congress. Additionally, this law requiring foundation certification set precedence for manufactured homes to be considered real property. So, what does that mean for you?

What Are Permanent Foundations for Manufactured Homes?

Understandably, with the passing of the Permanent Foundations Guide for Manufactured Housing (4930.3G) these homes became a popular alternative to site building. Moreover, their foundations began transforming. You see, the Guide made provisions for innovators and engineers to establish better methods of making manufactured homes look like a home.

So, What Types of Advances Are We Talking About?

Beyond the prescriptive methods for establishing a foundation for a manufactured home there are now many innovations. But before we discuss them let us review the prescriptive methods established by federal and state guidelines.

Prescriptive Permanent Foundations for Manufactured Homes

There are three main ways code allows you to build a prescriptive permanent foundation for manufactured homes. Here they are:

Concrete slabs of either 4” or 6” thickness. Additionally, securing the home using metal tie-down straps to the steel beams and slab at intervals established by the manufacturer’s manual. Block skirting must be mortared, reinforced and cavities filled.
Concrete runners. These are footing strips poured longitudinally the entire length of the home. In particular, these footing strips are made to fit the homes’ beams, marriage line and perimeter. Again, block skirting must be mortared, reinforced and cavities filled.
Perimeter wall foundation with ribbons. This method replaces the block skirting with a poured wall. Moreover, positioning horizontal footings for all blocking supports and anchoring tie-down strapping for securing the steel girders.

Alternative Permanent Foundations for Manufactured Homes

Excitingly the code allows for innovation and since 1996 many manufactures are making more efficient foundation systems for manufactured and mobile homes. Since this is ever expanding, I will only make mention of a few manufactured home foundation systems.

Before I begin let me say the reason behind many of these methods is:

A) cost savings
B) site-work construction speed
C) better quality and reliability
D) re-usability

Note) Let me emphasize that the code specifically says that all engineered systems must use concrete in contact with ground. (Not all systems meet this code although they may currently get approvals.)

Our Recommendation

We recommend choosing a system that meets code now, particularly the requirement for concrete to be in contact with soils. Our reasoning is because nobody knows what the future holds for systems not meeting these requirements.

Methods Using Gravel Pads Meeting All Code Requirements

PSC-ERBS - Earthquake Resistant Bracing System

The photo shows a PSC or Earthquake Resistant Bracing System. By Foundation Works.

Concrete in Contact with Ground.

Central Piers

Foundation Works

Methods Using Gravel Pads Meeting Some Code Requirements

May Not Meet Concrete in Contact with Ground.

LLBS Foundation Bracing System

Xi2 System

Note: Our DURASKIRT™ brand mobile home skirting fits well with all systems we have discussed. Best of all, you can Get a DURASKIRT™ Sample before you purchase.

In conclusion, we recommend choosing a permanent foundation system meeting all intents and purposes of the code. This way you will be on a firm foundation for years to come and not just figuratively.

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4 Reasons Why Mobile Home Skirting Should Be Vented

Apr 26, 2020

Why Mobile Home Skirting Should Be Vented

Perhaps you have seen a neighbor, family member or friend buy vent plugs to plug their homes vents. Most of the time the excuse is “it will save me the heating bill.” Right? So, it made good sense but still, “why mobile home skirting should be vented.”

Here are a few justifications for good underfloor ventilation:

Vents prevent the buildup of moisture. Everyone knows moisture causes mold and mildew and is harmful to your health.
Saves energy. Venting the crawlspace keeps insulation dry. Moist insulation transfers both heat and cold more easily. Obviously, this can cause higher energy bills. Hence, vents make good sense.
Ventilation clears gases rising from the soil. Gases such as radon and methane coming up from the soils can cause serious health consequences. Building codes require 6 mil poly to stop moisture and ventilation to keep gasses clear.
Venting a crawlspace rids odors. Soil odors can be strong so venting can help by exchanging air. The best venting is “The Hidden Vent System” because of the continuous venting with no dead air between vents.

As you can see whether continuously or by mechanical means venting your crawlspace is a must. Not only does it protect your investment, but it is investing into yours and your family’s health. So, do not cover your vents.

Long-Term Effects from Un-ventilated Crawlspace

Moreover, there are long-term consequences to covering vents. We have seen homes destroyed in some cases due to their covering for long periods of time. Additionally, people forget they covered their vents leaving them in several seasons. Obviously, this can be bad.

With DURASKIRT™ and the “Hidden Vent System” there is no need to ask why mobile home skirting should be vented. Our information is backed by many years of experience and good reasons.

Periodically Inspect Your Vents

Finally, keep your underfloor venting free flowing and clear. We recommend inspecting your venting annually and cleaning it if necessary. Generally, a leaf blower can clear grass, leaves and spider webs.

We hope this information has helped you and we look forward to serving you. For more information please call DURASKIRT, LLC 360-419-9909 or email us at richardimus@duraskirt.com.

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Easy Steps to Replace Skirting on A Mobile Home

Mar 17, 2020

Replace Skirting on A Mobile Home

If you have determined it’s time to replace skirting on your mobile home then it’s time to explore your options. So, what do you use for mobile home skirting? There are many materials you can choose for skirting you home. For this article we chose DURASKIRT™ brand mobile home skirting for obvious reasons.

To replace skirting on a mobile home begin by planning materials, sketching drawings and adding dimensions so you can make a material list.
Order new skirting materials, preferably DURASKIRT™, making sure you have a place cleared for their arrival. (Getting prepared for DURASKIRT™).
Assuming this project is replacing old materials, you can start off by taking down existing skirting.

Removal, Inspection & Restoring for Preparing to Replace Skirting on A Mobile Home

Termite damage in mobile home caused from wood skirting attracting termites.

After removing aged skirting, you need to inspect the homes’ rim-joist for rot replacing the rotten or termite eaten members if necessary.
Next begin to inspect the under-crawlspace blocking, tie-downs, belly wrap, piping, and vapor barrier for water or rodent damage. Moreover, this step is very important to replace skirting on a mobile home.
Also, looking underneath the vapor barrier begin inspecting the soils for settling filling and compacting low areas. Obviously installing a new skirting is easier on level earth.

Replace Skirting on A Mobile Home – Installing “ON Gravel or Dirt”

Start with leveling the grade around the home with a shovel making sure to the soils are firm. If uncertain about soils ability to support skirting I recommend using a compactor.
Now that the soils are level where you’re going to be installing new skirting it’s time to proceed.
Begin by placing panels at corners of the home using the larger brackets and venting for the long sides and the short brackets on the ends.
It’s important to keep panels plumb as you go and adding the venting before proceeding to the next skirting panel.
When all panels are set it’s time to for caulking and concealing the joints.
It’s best to caulk from the bottom of the panels upward scraping the excess with a used caulking tube. After scraping use the joint concealing powder over the fresh caulking.

Alternatively, Installing New Skirting “On Top of Concrete”

The only difference installing DURASKIRT™ panels on concrete is that you will need to cut them to height first.
When you replace skirting on a mobile home start measuring the panels making sure to leave a 1” gap between the top of the panel and the rim-joist.

Building in A Crawl Access Panel or Well

I already covered this subject well on the following page: https://duraskirt.com/blog-cement-board-well/

We hope this was helpful and informative. Please call DURASKIRT or email us if you need further guidance 360-419-9909 or email richardimus@duraskirt.com.

Making A Manufactured Home Look Like A House

If you’re considering buying a manufactured home, it’s probably crossing your mind to make manufactured home look like a house. Right? That’s exactly why DURASKIRT™ began. Because no other skirting or underpinning makes a manufactured home look like a house like DURASKIRT™.

At DURASKIRT we have managed to create a very durable long-lasting product giving homeowners a real foundation look. Moreover, the quality of our product is unmatched in the manufactured home industry. Indeed, DURASKIRT, LLC is a premium USA skirting manufacturer.

Overcoming challenges to make manufactured home look like a house

mobile or manufactured home skirting / underpinning

Making a manufactured home look like a house sounds simple. Right? Not so, because of the costs. Okay then you say, “what costs are you talking about. Please explain. Right?” When we began the process of developing DURASKIRT™ there were companies pouring footings and stem-wall facades.

Stem wall foundation (non-supporting façade)

This method requires rolling or crane setting the mobile home over the facade. Ridiculous and expensive right? Moreover, people were willing to pay the price because this method accomplishes the look they were after. However, many began thinking of more economical ways to do this.

Treated Plywood Skirting Method

One method that was tried and failed was painting treated plywood a grayish concrete color. Though, the finished product looked okay it soon was needing painting and eventually replacing. Likewise, the treated plywood in due course rots when back-filling.

Hardie skirting

When Hardie panels hit the market the mobile home industry jumped at the chance to use this product for skirting. Additionally, contractors were quick to paint this concrete color too to make a manufactured look like a house. But, like any other papier-mâché products this material hates ground moisture.

Ground moisture quickly taking its course within a few years this product began deteriorating. Besides, witnessing our customers replacing Hardie skirting with holes is sad. Also, this product was never designed for ground contact although one ingredient was cement.

Buy the right skirting products

Firstly, Mobile home skirting, products need to survive the environment of ground contact. Likewise, looking for ground contact skirting products are very few but worth it. Ultimately, DURASKIRT™ is an intelligent skirting choice for preventive maintenance.

For more information call DURASKIRT, LLC 360-419-9909.

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Cement Board Well

Jan 20, 2020

Cement Board Well – How To Build Using DURASKIRT™

There is more than the cement board and well frame. You will need to know the materials and tools before beginning. As you will see assembling the DURASKIRT™ cement board well is easy. Begin by gathering your supplies and tools as shown below.

Materials Needed for Making The Cement Board Well

Begin by placing a cut cement board and DURASKIRT™ well frame.

4 or 5 DURASKIRT™ concrete boards
1 tube exterior grey caulking
1 bag DURASKIRT™ cement powder (color matched)
DURASKIRT™ access well frame

Tools Needed

Diamond saw blade and saw
Caulk gun
Tape measure
Straight edge
Pencil
Well sides being cut after measuring. Notice the 2″ slope.

Cement Board Well Installation

Begin the cement board well by placing a panel on each side of the desired underfloor opening using the Access Well Frame between them to determine the opening width (approx. 34 ½”). Next, lay down two DURASKIRT™ panels with their backs together, white mark to white mark. Now layout and mark with the pencil the desired height and width (may vary 24 1/8”) leaving ¾” short for well front and giving the top a 2” slope. Finally, cut the two sides of the well making sure to leave the fabric at the bottom edge.

Following the above procedure, carry the cement board pieces to the opening and place them on each side of the well-frame. Using the frame, you can set and level both pieces with white marks inward, fabric outward, and using the frame to hold them in place. Make sure to leave a gap between

After finishing the cement board well sides and front leaving a gap for the lid to slide underneath the siding.

the top of the well-frame and the bottom of the siding. Now measure the outside width (35 ½”) for the front well panel so it spans over the side panels for support.

Cement Board Sides & Lid

The next step for building the cement board well is to cut the lid placing the white markdown. The lid will be 37” x 25 ½” (Cut the fabric edge off). Also, it’s important to choose a panel that is free from chips. Moreover, install it under the front edge of the Access Well Frame where you left a gap. When finished the lid should fit firmly underneath the belly band or precast concrete siding.

For more information call DURASKIRT, LLC 360-419-9909.

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Precast Concrete Siding

Jan 13, 2020

Precast Concrete Siding for 2020 and Beyond

Almost 20 years ago we began producing a precast concrete siding, DURASKIRT™, for skirting mobile homes. Through the years the technology has been dramatically improved with its production capability. Not only is DURASKIRT™ a viable skirting product but is used as an exterior concrete board for commercial structures for protecting insulation.

What is precast concrete siding?

DURASKIRT™ precast concrete siding for exterior use and dirt fill.

Precast concrete siding is a concrete cladding for covering the external parts of any structure. Moreover, the chemistry of today’s concrete makes for a long-lasting desirable siding worth the initial expenditure. Although costly, the ROI over time makes concrete siding the least expensive siding on the market today.

What are the benefits using concrete siding?

The obvious benefits to using concrete siding are durability, longevity and cost over time versus other products. Understandably, concrete consists of one of the oldest materials known to man. Additionally, concretes’ durability has been proven through centuries of use. Imagine the cost of replacing siding twice in the life of a building rather than simply installing concrete siding once.

Is there labor savings over other products?

Initially there usually is no difference in labor costs associated with other siding products. The main difference is you only must install concrete siding once in a life of a building. Of course, this results in a tremendous labor savings and product savings.

Are their differences in the concrete mixture vs foundation concrete?

Yes. Concrete used in foundation mixtures usually consist of stock aggregate sizes, cement and water. Precast concrete siding utilizes specially designed aggregate sizes and the addition of several distinct chemicals to enhance the plasticity, freeze thawing and shrink resistance. Other chemicals can add resistance to growing moss or ivy.

Why are there so few choices available for concrete siding?

Today there is practically nowhere you can go without seeing concrete. Due to its practicality, concrete has begun its likely journey into our homes as counters and siding. Although for centuries, concrete has been in use in terrazzo floors and terrazzo tiles. Thus, DURASKIRT™ precast concrete siding was invented in 2000 proving itself for almost twenty years that it’s a viable product.

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What is FHA HUD Engineered Foundation Certification for Manufactured Homes?

What Is The Purpose of Getting This Done?

Who Pays for Inspections and or Repairs?

The Advantages for Sellers to Get Foundation Certifications Ahead of Selling

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History of Pit Set A Manufactured Home

Reason Why to Pit Set A Manufactured Home

What Are the Advantages of Pit Setting?

The Use of Wrong Products

Types of Concrete Skirting

1. Stem-wall

2. Concrete Block Skirting to Pit Set A Manufactured Home

3. DURASKIRT™ Concrete Skirting

Keeping Ground Water Out

Five Mobile Home Improvements You Must Do

Foundation – Mobile Home Improvements Priority

Windows

Doors – We recommend This Mobile Home Improvement

Bathroom, Kitchen & Flooring

Roofing, Exterior Paint & Siding

What is considered a permanent foundation for a manufactured home?

What Are Permanent Foundations for Manufactured Homes?

So, What Types of Advances Are We Talking About?

Prescriptive Permanent Foundations for Manufactured Homes

Alternative Permanent Foundations for Manufactured Homes

Our Recommendation

Methods Using Gravel Pads Meeting All Code Requirements

Methods Using Gravel Pads Meeting Some Code Requirements

Why Mobile Home Skirting Should Be Vented

Here are a few justifications for good underfloor ventilation:

Long-Term Effects from Un-ventilated Crawlspace

Periodically Inspect Your Vents

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Cement Board Well – How To Build Using DURASKIRT™

Materials Needed for Making The Cement Board Well

Tools Needed

Cement Board Well Installation

Cement Board Sides & Lid

Precast Concrete Siding for 2020 and Beyond

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What are the benefits using concrete siding?

Is there labor savings over other products?

Are their differences in the concrete mixture vs foundation concrete?

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