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What is a manufactured home? |
A manufactured home (also known as a factory-built home) is a
home constructed in a factory and transported to a site and installed.
These homes are built entirely in a controlled environment, under a
federal building code administered by the U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development (HUD). It is becoming increasingly difficult to
determine the difference from a manufactured home and a site-built
home. They often feature the same appearances, such as roofs having the
same height and pitch, exterior treatments, and add-ons. Due to
sophisticated production processes, manufactured homes offer the best
in efficiency, affordability, and innovative design options. |
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How does the purchase price of a manufactured home compare to site-built homes? |
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Manufactured homes are typically 20% to 50% less than comparable site built housing. |
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Do manufactured homes pass any sort of inspection or are they held up to any standard? |
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Unlike site-built homes, all manufactured homes are built to the
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Code, with each
home going through a rigorous inspection process before being certified
and sold. This Code regulates home design, construction, strength,
durability, fire resistance, and energy efficiency. It also sets
standards for heating, plumbing, air-conditioning, thermal, and
electrical systems. Inspectors, known as PIA's (Primary Inspection
Agencies), actually monitor construction of the homes as they are built
in the factories. |
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What kind of warranty protects my home? |
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Fleetwood homes come with a one year limited warranty. The
warranty covers all manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship,
under normal use of the home for one full year. This reinforces the
comfort, security, and peace of mind you will feel when purchasing a
Fleetwood home. Simply ask us for a copy of the warranty to review
before you purchase your home. |
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What is the role of the Retailer? Can I buy directly from Fleetwood? |
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Fleetwood homes are sold through a network of Retailers, much
like cars are sold through dealerships instead of directly from the
manufacturer. Your Retailer will guide you through the home selection
and purchase process. You may purchase a home already in the Retailer's
inventory, or the Retailer will place an order for your home to be
constructed at the nearest Fleetwood Homes manufacturing center. Your
Retailer will coordinate the delivery and installation of your home.
Your Retailer also may be able to help you arrange for financing and
insurance, as well as locating land for your new home. |
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Do I have many options in floor plans, size and price? |
| You can get just about anything you want in a Fleetwood home. Although different regions may have rules and regulations, Fleetwood has over 1,000 floorplans of manufactured homes, with multiple options for many of them. The size can vary from approximately 399 to 3380 square feet, with varying floorplans that can include living rooms, dining rooms, family rooms, fully-equipped kitchens, utility rooms, luxurious master baths, and one to five bedrooms. |
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What sources are available for financing manufactured homes and will you help me to obtain it? |
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Financing is available through commercial finance companies,
banks, credit unions and savings and loan associations. You may be able
to arrange for financing through the retail location where you buy your
home - helping you to prepare and submit a credit application. We have
a dedicated staff to help you with this aspect of your Fleetwood home
purchase. |
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Where can I place a manufactured home? |
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There are two basic options: (1) You can place your home on land
you own or intend to buy. If you choose this option, be sure to check
zoning laws, restrictive covenants, and hook-up regulations. (2) You
can place your manufactured home on a leased home site in a
manufactured housing development. |
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What interior options, features and extras are available? |
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The many options you can usually select include cabinet and
window designs, wall coverings, wood-burning fireplaces, appliance
packages, floor coverings, sky lights, bay windows, custom cabinets,
refrigerator, range, microwave ovens, trash compactors, garbage
disposals, washer/dryer, and more. All of the optional features
available to you will be dependent on the particular model of home you
choose. |
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Do I have to order a home or can I buy one that is already built? |
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This is your choice. We do keep an inventory of homes and we can special order a home, as well. |
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Do I need to have my own land? Can you help me get land or a park space? |
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Your home can be placed on land that you already own or on a
leased home site in a land-lease community. If you need to purchase
property, you will want to ask your Retailer if they can assist you in
finding a "land/home package." If you are placing your home on land you
are buying or already own, check with your local community planning and
land use department to verify that they do not have restrictions (or
zoning ordinances) on manufactured homes. |
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Will I need to arrange for site improvement if my home is going to be located on a private lot? |
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We will work with you to ensure that your lot is ready. You may
be able to do the work yourself, but we have contractors we use who are
experts in the precision necessary in placing a manufactured home. |
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What happens when the home arrives? |
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We will have it delivered by truck and our professional service
and installation team will assemble it, block it, anchor it, and set it
up on the lot. If it is a multi-section home, the sections will be
joined at the site. |
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Can I get a porch, garage or access ramp? |
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Fleetwood homes do not automatically come with these features. If
such features can be added to the home you choose, your Retailer may be
able to provide these add-ons, or recommend a company that is licensed
to do so. |
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Do all manufactured homes look alike? |
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Definitely not. Manufactured homes are available in a variety of
siding materials and colors, including metal, vinyl, wood or hardboard.
You may select design features such as bay windows, a gable front, or a
pitched roof with shingles. You can add awnings, enclosures around the
crawl space, patio covers, decks, and steps to give your home the look
you want. |
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