4 Things to Consider Before Moving a Manufactured Home

Moving a manufactured home is not easy. You don’t just hitch them to a big truck and pull them down the road. You need permits and licenses and bonded professionals. Manufactured homes aren’t like the old mobile homes and recreational vehicles that could be moved with the turn of a key. In fact, one reason so many people … Read more

Evergreen Eco Homes: The Future of Manufactured Homes?

evergreen eco homes: the manufactured home of the future?

The manufactured housing industry has seen many great innovations over the last century. Since the first mobile home rolled off the assembly line we’ve seen homes get longer, wider, and more structurally sound. New companies with better ideas, using modern materials and more efficient methods of building, have allowed factory-built homes to become the well-built, energy efficient family dwellings we have today. All it … Read more

Manufactured Homes are Earth Friendly!

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To celebrate Earth Day, we created this info-graphic that details all the great ways manufactured homes are earth friendly. Related:  Are Evergreen Eco Homes the Future of Manufactured Homes?   Manufactured Homes: Affordable, Energy Efficient Homes Since the beginning, manufactured homes have been leading the way energy efficient housing. Their dedication to green technology and environmentally friendly building … Read more

Useful Mobile Home Repair Books

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There’s not a lot of resources available for mobile homeowners. Of course, there’s a few websites and online forums that focus on mobile home repairs or remodels (like Mobile Home Living) but when it comes to books and manuals there’s only a handful of mobile home repair books available. A handful is actually an exaggeration – I have … Read more

A Homette for Two

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A Homette for Two No need for spaciousness. Just a little home – a “Homette,” with bright windows, a skylight or two, like Heaven’s Orb de deux. We’d be snug, just us two. Efficiency the ruling way: a little sink, stove, and refrigerator, just-big-enough shower, a camper’s toilet – this isn’t for the too discreet. … Read more

Finding Homeowner’s Insurance for Manufactured Homes

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Manufactured homes are designed with the same perks as single family homes and condos; the kitchens display granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, custom built fireplaces, and other high-end finishes. Many models cost as much as a site-built home and once permanently installed are classified as real property so when you’re shopping for insurance for manufactured … Read more

The Ultimate Manufactured Home Installation and Setup Guide

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Manufactured Home Installation and Setup is Important! Proper manufactured home installation and setup is vital to your home’s health. Simply put, there is nothing more important than having your manufactured home installed and setup correctly. Improper installation will result in serious damage. The stress on one small part of the structure impacts the entire home. The home … Read more