Citations from the State

[Richard]

Over 30 days ago, Skyline Corporation was issued a citation (with possible $1,000 fines for each offense). On the 28th day, the State Inspector reinspected for compliance . To say the least, Skyline has not complied with all aledged violations. I am now being told that Skyline may be granted an extension. This corporation not only has defied my requests for repairs, but now stands in contempt of the State Inspector. The end to this ongoing battle by myself and against a corporate giant is not at end yet.BUYERS BEWARE.......

[Diana]

Sounds like you're holding your own, Richard! Hang in there! You're going to eventually win!

[rmurray]

I agree with the other post here...The system works slowly..but it seems to be working...hang in there...HUD citations are taken seriously by every manufacturer..

Just be careful with the atate imspector..He is your tool to success..They are human too and if you make him mad..you might lose..

[Richard]

Thanks for much great support. It is a shame for any one of us to have to fight so long and so hard to get what we are due. I understand the AARP Survey which states there are many folks who give up the fight and pay for repairs out of their own pockets. I still stand appauled at the way the Ephrata, PA. facility can't handle their problems. Well! I'll keep on plugging away, and let you good folks know what happens.

[Tracy]

To quote Winston Churchill during World War II: "Never give up! Never give up! Never give up!"

[Jon]

Richard:
Evidently, Skyline is playing with dynamite. What are the violations for which Skyline was cited?
Jon

[Richard]

State of West Virginia Div. of Labor ; Manu Housing Construction and Safety Standards Board : Notice of Violation Citation # 0602-151 signed on June 04, 2002....... Issued to: Skyline Corp. Violation: 42 CSR 19 & 14.1(u) - Failure to fullfill any written or implied warranty... HUD: 3280.305 Strucural Design Requirements 1. Bowed floor joist in half bath. 2. End wall and floor droop in kitchen. 3. Linoleum in pantry closet doorway is not glued or sealed. 4. Carpet loose at fireplace. 5. Wall bowed at center of home on back half. 6. Second row of siding butted together and not lapped. 7. Siding over bowed window cut short and is out of J channel. 8. Master bath ceiling is water stained from previous water leak. HUD : 3280.610 Drainage system 1. Dishwasher drain discharges above the garbage disposal causing both to back up while draining. HUD 3280.808 Wiring methods and Materials. 1. Master bedroom closet light switch has a short.Found loose wire connection in back of switch. HUD 3280.709 Installation of Appliances. 1. 1/2" gap between fireplace hearth and firebox is not sealed to protect floor decking. HUD 3280.703 Furnace pauses during operation and restarts before thermostat is satisfied. HUD 3280.5 Data Plate. 1. Data plate does not list heating/cooling certificate and insulation zone map required by 3280.510 and 3280.511. HUD 3280.504 Condensation Control 1. No ventilators installed at upper portion of roof decking. 2.5 square feet of free ventilation is required. 2. No low gable vent soffit was installed. Two square feet of ventilation is required. Copied as printed on the citation. Past due and not repaired are: Coleman Furnace, Soffit ventilation.....

[Mike]

I have several items that are not fixed correctly in mobile home.

I want to know who you called to inspect your home? Did you call HUD?

or some other agency?

I have concern with calling HUD as I think they might be on Mobile Home Dealers' side. I really want unbiased opinion.

I would appreciate your feedback.

I am glad to hear that you did get favor regarding the Citations, etc.

Mike