The terms “mobile homes” and “trailers” have in the past been associated with manufactured homes, often with negative reputations attached.
However, since strict construction rules were put in place in 1976, the quality of manufactured homes has steadily improved. Today’s mobile homes are just as safe and secure as most of the traditionally built homes.
In addition, for those who are looking to purchase one, many of the same options are available whether you’re building a traditional home or manufactured home. When looking to purchase a manufactured home, you can have it accessorized to meet your individual needs with many options including lofts, porches and luxury appliances.
There are many construction plans you might face when you’re planning the construction of a manufactured home. One section of the construction plans you will want to look into involves the heating, ventilation and air conditioning, commonly referred to as HVAC.
If you are being energy conscious, the type of windows installed in your manufactured home, as well as the installation of additional insulation, should be discussed before you make the buy.
Roof pitch is another option available on manufactured homes and will be included in manufactured homes construction planning guides, including pitches from 3/12 to 6/12 and in some instances, even higher.
This means when using a 3/12 pitch, that in 12 feet horizontally, the roof will fall three feet. The exterior eaves and gutters and how far they extend beyond the outside walls is another feature to consider in this area of the construction guide, as well as the need for any outside electrical outlets and water faucets.
You may also want to consider the addition of dormers and other types of available window trim to make your manufactured home appear more customized. You can also consider the addition of an outdoor deck and steps leading to any doors opening to the outdoors. Ceiling height can often be customized, and can include eight and nine foot flat ceilings, or in some designs, cathedral ceilings.
Depending on the size of your manufactured home and the size of your family, you might want to consider a larger hot water heater when planning the construction of your manufactured home.
Installing a dish washer and upgrading appliances are options typically available when planning your manufactured home construction and you’ll likely want a bigger hot water heater to help you power these luxury items.
Lighting and floor covering options can also enhance the value and living conditions of your new home, as can upgraded cabinets and counter tops. All are usually available when you begin your construction planning for a new manufactured home.
When you visit your local manufactured home dealership, they will often have booklets of construction guide options for you to browse through.
Often they will include the basics of the manufacturer’s process, as well as the luxury upgrades available for you to potentially choose, if you wish. Use these to guide you throughout the process of the manufactured home construction process.
