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The buyers market and recent emergency drop in interest rates combined make NOW the best time in recent history to buy a home. Financing is available at low rates that we may never see again in our lifetime. There are more sellers than buyers So...;Yes, most sellers are very motivated to sell at thi...

It is difficult to tell from here... but it sounds like the home has settled and needs to be re-leveled. Almost all buildings, site or factory built will experience some settlement.... some more than others. I'm sure in your experience you have seen framed homes that looked like the were out of squa...

Lifted from LOWES.COM If the old door fit well, measure it down both sides and across the top and bottom. The door's corners should be close to square, but do not make that assumption. If for the old door does not fit well, measure the opening across the top and bottom and along both sides. Draw a s...

Take a look at this Deer Valley Listing

The look and quality of new manufactured homes they are building today is incredible, they have gotten better and better over the years,,, and there is always something special about having everything new... BUT .. If you were looking at a sound site built home constructed less than 30 years ago you...

Have you tried the MH PARTS STORE?&#160 If you dont find what you need on the web site, friendly & knowledgeable customer service representatives are available to answer your questions or take your special order. Call them at the toll free number you will find at the top of the Parts Store p...

If your set on Electric consider a ground source heat pump, They are more expensive to purchase and install but there's probably no less expensive way to heat (and air condition) WITH ELECTRIC. In most cases electric is going to be by far the most expensive way to heat... Many people say they are no...

The standard type tub surrounds work very well if they are installed correctly. While they appear to be somewhat flimsy prior to installation you need to understand that it is not a structural component but are there to act as a waterproof layer over the wall boards and flashing over the tub lip. Ta...

Adding a basement can double your living space. For a step by step overview of how this is done you can visit Mark Bower's site and read Adding a Basement to your Mobile Home will give you a good idea of how basement can be added. If your going to try this yourself read Marks Book and get a full und...

For more details, including photos of manufacturer data plates and locations see this November 2007 discussion thread