Doors and Windows

If I could only give one tip to someone moving into an older mobile home it would be to focus on energy efficiency. Older mobile homes are absolutely terrible when it comes to energy efficiency. There are two reasons older (and even some newer) mobile homes are not energy efficient. First, insulation and other energy efficiency products haven't…

One of our previous featured homeowners changed the look of her interior doors and I was inspired to find more mobile home door repairs and makeover…

Admittedly, I'm not a big fan of mobile home skylights. While they are nice to have, the disadvantages have far outweighed the advantages in my experience.…

New doors add a lot to any home but they are especially beneficial for a mobile home. Larger, more decorative entry doors have the highest return on investment for any home improvement project. Plus, it makes a mobile home look terrific! The high return on investment paired with improved curb appeal are why A door that's soundproof is easily one…

Manufactured homes are affordable and can have all the same great qualities of a site-built home. But let's be honest, it's pretty easy to distinguish a…

Replacing mobile home windows will save on energy costs and give your home a whole new look. If you want to spend your remodeling dollars wisely you cannot go wrong with new windows. You get better heating and cooling control and update the appearance of both your interior and exterior. That's a decent bang for your buck. Replacing mobile…

Recently, I have received a couple of emails asking about mobile home steps and smaller porches or platforms. While we do have a couple of popular articles…

Mobile Home Storm Safety Mobile home living on the coast can cause apprehension and fear. Especially, as hurricane season poses threats of severe damage to…

When it comes to home remodeling most of us don't have a professional designer helping us through every step. We have to decide on the right materials and colors ourselves. An exterior home makeover or remodel is the most intimidating for me. I can tell you exactly what I want to be changed inside my home, down to the secondary trim color, but if…

The Making of "The Whim" What do you call a lovely single wide remodeled with cedar shake siding, a smooth stone foundation and a wrap around deck? "The Whim"…

Living in a manufactured home has many great benefits. Yet, like any home, we need to take the steps to secure our home and its belongings. When most people…