Manufactured Home Fall Checklist

Summer is coming to an end and it won’t be long before the nights begin to get cooler. The end of summer is a great time to make sure your manufactured home is good for the coming fall.

Manufactured homes are a big rage right now. There are currently 17 million people living in a manufactured home. On top of that, manufactured homes occupy 21 percent of all new single-family homes sold in the country.

Here are some items to put on your manufactured home fall checklist:

Check If Your Manufactured Home Is Level

A piece of advice all professionals will give you is to check if your manufactured home is level every year. Manufactured homes tend to settle over time due to ground soil quality and weather. If your home is not level, it could lead to door and window frames bending, cracks on the wall, and plumbing problems.

Perimeter Enclosure Ventilation

Your manufactured home's skirting or perimeter enclosure is an integral part of your house. But many fail to realize its importance. To make sure you are not one of them, understand the need for proper ventilation. Skirting a manufactured home not only acts as an insulator but protects from pests and enhances curb appeal. It should be able to keep animals at bay while providing ventilation so that humidity doesn't damage the home.

Pest Infestation

Winter is coming! And so are pests and animals looking for a perfect place to hibernate. In autumn, rodents and bugs look for a place to stay safe from the cold weather. To make sure they don't turn your manufactured home into their home, clear your home exterior of any debris. Check for any damaged skirting and get it repaired immediately. It is tough to close all the potential entry points, but you can keep most pests out with proper skirting.

Clean-Up Work

Fall is the perfect time to carry out vital maintenance work on your manufactured home. It is also the ideal time to check your sewage system and get it cleaned. Clogged gutters will lead to damaged walls, rust, and corrosion. Meanwhile, check your roof for any leakage and reseal it. Sweep all the leaves off the roof and rake any leaves on your lawn. If left unattended, these leaves will turn soggy and wet, inviting mold and pests.

Conclusion

While it is essential to check off your manufactured home fall checklist, you should get your home checked by professionals. They will thoroughly inspect and give you a summary of what needs to be done. If you are in the market for a new manufactured home in Central Alabama and the surrounding area, call Jaco Sales at 334-283-1017 today. Jaco Sales has been serving the people of Central Alabama and the surrounding area for over 15 years. We specialize in finding the right home to fit your needs. Jaco Sales has some of the finest manufactured homes, in the newest models, but we can also custom order homes to fit your specific wants and/or needs. Contact us to make an appointment with one of our sales associates. Please call us at 334-283-1017 and let Jaco Sales put you in the home of your dreams.