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First, there must be a gasket installed at the marriage line on every home. Sometimes it is hard to see, but if the halves are an inch apart you should be able to see it (you would have seen daylight between the floors if it wasn't there.) Second, it sounds like your floors have gotten wet. What you...

David is absolutely right. This is not a do it your self job! It is very dangerous work and myriad things can go wrong. More things than can even be listed in the limited space here. Even if no one gets hurt, your home will be damaged. You need an experienced installer for this job. This cannot be o...

This was a deluxe feature of the early 70's for manufactured homes and site built alike. You never see it anymore. The cooktop had an integral backsplash and the oven was the range hood as you expect a microwave to be today. It was a way to do a wall oven while saving money and space compared to the...

In most states it is pretty easy to obtain an abandoned title. Ask your lawyer about the particulars in your state, it is usually not too involved or expensive.

The thermal zones did change in the early 90's as I recall. The data plate on the home is the one that should be enforced. The inspector is not supposed to issue a building permit and consequently a certificate of occupancy if the home is not built for the zone it is placed in. If you did get an exc...

the cold thermostat is likely at least part of the problem. When you set the thermostat below the outside dew point, you will get condensation. Setting the thermostat too low in a hot, humid climate causes severe damage to any home, even without particleboard floors. You may also have a leaking duct...

You will likely want a larger water heater than that. A 30 gallon electric water heater is a little small for a 2 bathroom home. R-11 is good enough for Florida. However, with insulation more is better.

the data plate you will find stuck to the inside of a cabinet door has a date, this is typically the date of manufacture.

If you are interested in a new home, Shamrock homes are the best choice for a high quality home that will be built to meet your sister's needs.

It sounds like you made a good choice, enjoy your home!