Although some people view mobile home living as a starter or temporary idea, many of us find it to be the perfect dwelling and remain in our home for many years. There are many reasons for choosing a mobile home, and many reasons for staying in one. As we age, the single floor layout of a mobile home is beneficial as there are no stairs to climb. In fact, older people are choosing mobile home living for their retirement years. As time marches on and the home becomes older, it is essential to keep up with maintenance, including re-leveling your home.
Mobile Home Leveling Issues
Over the years, all homes begin to settle. Creaks and moans may be heard, cabinet doors, closet doors, and outside doors may not shut properly and you may feel a slight lean in the floor. This does not mean your house is sinking or danger ahead, it means it’s time to have your home adjusted.
Without adjustments to the level of your home, the piers underneath the home that may be constructed of non-treated wood may show wear, tear, and erosion. Bolts could become stressed and less effective, and other deterioration underneath the home may have occurred. Re-leveling does exactly what it says, it re-levels the home so the weight is distributed evenly and properly.
Hiring a Contractor to Re-Level Your Mobile Home
Unless you have the experience and machinery necessary, this is not a do it yourself project. You will need to bring in a professional to assure that your home is properly leveled and you can continue your mobile home living lifestyle.
To find a qualified company, begin your search with the company you bought the home from. Many mobile home dealers will know who is the best person to in your town call. Next, research on the web. Check their verification, recommendations, and reviews. The best step, however, is often to speak with others who have had their homes re-leveled and get their recommendation. This is not the time to go with the one who does the work the cheapest. Hopefully the best company will also be the least expensive, and that is the case many times, however, if the company does not have good reviews, experience, or if you feel uncomfortable with the decision, do not do it.
Be sure and ask the prospective company questions. Find out who is actually doing the re-leveling, what their experience is, and what their qualifications are. Ask to see work of other homes they have re-leveled and ask for references. If these are an issue or if the company (or individual) seems hesitant, that’s a problem and you should begin looking elsewhere.
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Also, get a quote. You will want to have an idea of the amount of money you are going to be paying as well as a time frame of when the re-leveling will occur and how long it will actually take. Get it all in writing.
Re-leveling isn’t a difficult or scary thing to have done, but it is highly important to take care of. By doing research and planning ahead, mobile home living can remain a level, well adjusted, safe dwelling for you.
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Is there someone good and reasonable at mobile home leveling in the Fort Myers area?
Hi William,
Fort Meyers is a gorgeous area and has a ton of mobile homes so you should be able to find a reputable leveler. I would call your local manufactured home dealers or mobile home supply companies and ask for recommendations.
Best of luck!
I have an issue with the level of my single wide .After hurricane Irma we noticed that the house it off level at top .it seems the top portion of the house is about 2 inches off leaning eastward but floor comes in level.Can this been repaired it is almost as if it twisted.
Hi Pattie,
Most home leveling issues can be repaired but please do it as soon as possible. The longer stress remains on the structure the bigger the chances of permanent damage.
How long would it take 2 people to level a single wide trailer
That would really depend on whether they know what they’re doing and have the proper tools (water levels, jacks, blocks).I’d set aside a day for a single wide (though I haven’t been around many re-levels by themselves). It seemed to me that communication and teamwork were the most important aspects of installations and re-levels. If the two work well together it will go a lot smoother.