There are so many myths and misconceptions about mobile and manufactured homes. One of the worst is that mobile homes somehow attract tornadoes. It’s mind-boggling that anyone can think that! Anyway, here are 7 facts about mobile homes that you probably didn’t know. Since starting Mobile Home Living, I have researched […]
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Small space landscaping can certainly be a challenge for mobile homeowners. However, just because you have a small yard, doesn’t mean you can’t have a great outdoor space. Check out these 8 great ideas to help inspire you. all images courtesy of Pinterest. Make a Statement with Succulents Succulents are probably […]
If you insulate under a mobile home you can save money. Over the last 3 decades, the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) has partnered with the US Department of Energy to test various methods of energy efficiency for old and new manufactured homes. Adding better insulation to the walls reduced heat […]
14,000 people suffer from water damage every day in the US. The insurance industry spends roughly $2.5 billion every year on water damage restoration claims with the average claim running close to $7,000. Needless to say, water damage and water damage restoration is serious business. Water damage restoration isn’t a single […]
There’s nothing quite like the dry hot heat of a coal or wood stove. I grew up in the coalfields of southern West Virginia and most mines would give their employees ‘free’ coal each year. Every man in my family was a coal miner so I’ve been around coal stoves my […]
It’s kinda scary under a manufactured home which is probably why it is often overlooked by owners. However, a manufactured home underbelly should not be ignored and will need some attention eventually. In this article, we get to read about a kind reader’s manufactured home underbelly updates. We’ve already gone over […]
If you have an older mobile home you can make various improvements to ensure its better energy efficiency. Your main aim should be to reduce heat loss, reduce heating fuel usage, and to use improved appliances and light bulbs for lower energy costs and reduced pollution. One of the upsides of […]
This week we are looking at questions about removing walls in a mobile home. These questions cover questions about marriage walls, load-bearing walls, and removing closets. Questions about Removing Walls in a Mobile Home Is The Marriage Wall Necessary? I have the dreadful marriage wall running right through the center of […]
It’s amazing to see how far mobile home communities have come through the years. Yes, there is still a stigma associated with mobile home living, but as these 3 beautiful mobile home parks prove, that stigma is definitely beginning to fade as more of these all-inclusive resort-like communities pop up. Vineyard […]
Our state guide series concludes this week as we take a look at buying a mobile home in Oklahoma. Mobile Home Facts in Oklahoma Although completely surrounded by other states, Oklahoma is actually home to more man made lakes than any other state in the country, with over 1 million surface […]
This week in our state guide series we are talking about what to know when buying a mobile home in Massachusetts. Massachusetts is one of the 5 smallest states across the country, but is home to variety of manufactured homes. Massachusetts Facts Massachusetts is full of so many cool places to […]
This week we continue our state buying guide with things to know when buying a mobile home in Nebraska. We take a look at all the things to consider such as where to find information before making a purchase, what to do if there is a problem after the sale and […]
This week we are taking a look at buying a mobile home in New Jersey, which happens to be the most densely populated state with more people per square mile than any other state in the country. From how to research before buying to taking a look at some of the […]
With only 5 states to go, this week we are exploring buying a mobile home in Minnesota. Minnesota is home to over 5.6 million people. No doubt that’s why there are so many people making mobile homes their new home. Minnesota Facts and Figures I bet you didn’t know that Minnesota […]