Reasons to Get a Mobile Home Inspection

 

Buying or Selling

An inspection is an essential step whether you are buying or selling a mobile home. For buyers, it helps uncover any potential problems before finalizing the purchase. Sellers benefit by addressing issues ahead of time, which fosters a smoother and more confident transaction. In California, it is mandatory for every mobile home to be certified free of health and safety defects before transfer.

Preventive Maintenance

Regular inspections help you stay proactive with maintenance, allowing you to catch issues such as water damage, electrical hazards, or roof leaks early—before they become expensive repairs. By maintaining your mobile home, you can extend its lifespan, with well-kept homes lasting potentially 30 to 55 years.

Unique Mobile Home Issues

Mobile homes present specific areas of concern that differ from site-built homes and require specialized expertise:

• Foundation: Inspectors assess the foundation and anchoring system, which is critical for stability, especially in California where seismic activity is a concern.
• Vapor Barriers: The vapor barrier located beneath the mobile home is checked for tears, as these can result in moisture intrusion and mold growth.
• Older Electrical Wiring: Some older mobile homes contain outdated aluminum wiring, which poses a fire hazard.

Title 25 (Manufactured Housing Code) Applied

Most home inspectors apply Title 24 (Residential Housing Code) when inspecting a mobile home. Title 24 requirements are different from Title 25 codes. Misapplication results in unapplicable findings and results in unneeded repairs and costs. Title 24 also leaves out important safety requirements applicable only to mobile homes.

Health and Safety

Inspections help identify potential health and safety risks, such as fire hazards from faulty electrical systems. In California, both state and local authorities enforce regulations to ensure mobile homes adhere to safety standards.

 

What a Young’s Mobile Home Inspection Includes

 Exterior

• Roof: Inspection for leaks and damage.
• Foundation and Support: Evaluation of stability and proper anchoring, especially for seismic and wind loads.
• Skirting and Ventilation: Assessment of installation to prevent moisture build-up.
• Vapor Barrier: Examination of the condition of the protective barrier on the underbelly.
• Siding and Windows: Inspection for wear, damage, or improper seals.

Interior

• Electrical Systems: Verification that all wiring, panels, and outlets are safe and compliant with code.
• Plumbing: Checking for leaks, adequate water pressure, and drainage issues.
• HVAC Systems: Assessment of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning.

Price: $500

• 24 hour turn around
• Provided in both .pdf and .docx files emailed directly to you.
• Relevent pictures of all findings imbedded into the report.
• Last page is a punch list of needed repairs to bring to code.
• Title 25 (Manufactured Housing Code) applied.
• A code reference is supplied on the report for each issue encountered.
• A sample inspection can be emailed to you for review upon request.