Understanding Manufactured Home Inspections

Tips for a Professional Inspection  Ask for referrals  Call NACHI / InspectorSEEK.com  Hire a licensed professional who is familiar with manufactured homes  Attend the inspection

Inspections for Sited Homes  Professional home inspection  Other inspections  Final walk-through inspection

Inspections for Unsited Homes  Retail sales center inspection  After delivery to home site inspection  Installation inspection  General walk-through inspection

Tips for Finding and Reporting Transportation Damages  Check the roof frame, vents, walls and floors for damage  Note any scratches or surface damages  Take photos

Tips for Finding and Reporting Transportation Damage  If seriously damaged, reject home  Don’t sign anything until final repairs are complete

Installation Tasks  Level home  Secure home to foundation  Finishing home  “Marrying” sections of a multisection home

Installation Tasks  Connect utilities  Remove axles, wheels and hitches  Completely clean home

Items to Check After Installation  Open and close all interior and exterior doors  Examine the entire house  Test all faucets and appliances  Use a leveling tool  Check marriage line (if multisection home)

Tips for General Walk-Through  Inspect before you move in furniture  Ask retailer to accompany you  Use a checklist  Bring your purchase contract  Take notes, photos and video  Give a list of problems to retailer or manufacturer