Thank you again for being on the web. Everything is done with jigs from a few plans. When Chicago burned down in 1871 it needed to be rebuilt. Thanks for the opportunity to respond.PaulPlugging the ends would keep wasps from making nests there, but the heat might do that anyhow. Dont want to be drilling through wires. Answer (1 of 4): If you know how to use a simple measuring stick a.k.a. In advance, thanks so much for your advice!PaulYou might get by with that, but since I am NOT a structural engineer that is a guess. It was braced in 1 spot before I got it. Drivers are paid by the mile, so they like to make time. There were trailers for camping and large mobile homes for full-time living. In the U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (HUD) Title 24, Sbtitle B, Chapter XX, Part 3285 describes Model Manufactured Home Installation Standards, given for 2022 and older years in the list below. So is this a common problem? Legend has it that the first cargo shipped from Jamestown back to England included clapboards for barrel making. There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase, a SQL command or malformed data. R&D courtesy of the US DOE Building America Program. ERI- There is a requirement when using the ERI method that mandates you follow the 2009 prescriptive code, no exceptions, which requires R-20 wall cavity or R-5 continuous and R-13 cavity. Unless some handyman did some really creative work (which is possible) the kitchen drain should connect to the main line by the shortest possible path. The industry standard wall for most of North America circa 2000 was a 2x4 frame at 16 inch centers with OSB sheet sheathing, a house wrap made from plastic, vinyl or cement board siding (cladding or weatherboard), lined on the inside with gypsum wallboard and insulated within the cavity with a fiberglass batt. Horizontal timber (or log) construction was introduced to North America by the French; as such it is not a distinct New World technology. Where are we going? Constructed shelters were one means by which human beings were able to adapt . These three really, really big things lead to one of the greatest construction booms in history and the advent of affordable housing. Look for drips under the water heater. With the hundreds of nails driven in by the air nailers and the glue set, there will not be any way to change it later. JackieI have a 1998 16 x 80 Skyline mobile home with the original roof/siding. Many years ago I called the factory where the mobile home was made, but what they sent me really did not show how this house was made.If you can help us get the plane we would appreciate it.Sincerely: TerryPaulI have never known anyone to have any luck getting plans to even new homes. You would do well to read them carefully and be prompt and persistent if you see something that needs to be taken care of. Although it is more expensive than 2-by-4-inch framing, 2-by-6-inch framing is used for a number of reasons. Problem was it looked like trailer decor and I couldnt stand looking at it every day. The wall frames were often infilled with vertical planks along with a whole bunch of other stuff. Even the ancestry of the Dutch name ties in with Dutch and Danish settlements in East Anglia (the aforementioned Norfolk, Suffolk). Finally the 2nd exterior wall is lowered and fastened into place. I wonder if you need to check with an insurance company/agent with more mobile home insurance experience?Good luck,PaulHenry GoetzThanks Paul. The walls get a 14" top and bottom plate, as well as fire-rated interior paneling and often metal anchor bonding times for added rigidity. It was a family cottage industry kind of thing. Todays sheathing and cladding (a.k.a. These mobile homes were the type that went up like tinder boxes, before industry standards were in place. Drop the blocks every six feet or so under the sagging areas. During transport the bumps, vibration, and other forces twist and torque the homes and frequently crack panels, loosen connections etc. The most recent changes to Chapter 30B occurred on August 9, 2016, when the Governor signed An Act Modernizing Municipal Finance and Government. The argument goes that colonists, not happy with wattle-and-daub infill over their timber frame buildings, installed clapboards on the outside walls for better weather protection. Would the floors be able to handle this? How come they look the way that they do? Image via CupofSpring on AdobeStock. To the extent you can, keeping the weight closer to the centerline of the home would reduce the load. I wanted to put a 7-foot pool table in the living room, which is in the middle of the house (the largest room). Any London property built after 1983 should already have cavity wall insulation fitted, but in older homes it may not be present. It is something you must think about and decide when deciding to build. Perhaps test it in one room and watch it for problems? $1.95 sq/ft- 2x4 construction, 1" exterior foam board and R-13 cavity. Please subscribe to get updates when the next blog is published. Historically the English got their oak from the Baltic, but this changed with the settlement of the colonies - New England had a lot more oak than almost anywhere else. 2x6 walls are bigger than 2x4 walls. Using approved software, make your proposed design house use the same or less energy than a reference house. ft Use tab to navigate through the menu items. There was also a 570-seat auditorium (where large public meetings were held) and a grade school. It has a crimped galvanized sheet metal roof. Impregnated felts and coated papers came much later. Modular Home 1992-1996 - 1248 sq. If the I beams fail, can I fix?PaulMake the most of it, spend the least possible, consider any money spent as spent, not an investment. Fiberglass batts came in the 1930s, first as partial fills and then as full fills. A. I'm sure that the demise of brick foundations happened at different times in different areas. Any idea what this thing sticking out from under the trailer could be and if it is a serious problem?PaulWithout a picture I cant be sure, but on older mobile homes the hitch was frequently left in place and the skirting cut to fit around it. Disappointed about the 2 vertical supports from the ceiling to the roof about 30 from the outside will More fink supports in the trusses would be stronger.After a strong storm I had replaced the single sheet of sheet metal roof (actually strips crimped together) with 26 gauge -5 rib metal. I am of the opinion that necessity is the mother of all invention and that has principally driven the evolution of wood frame design. Is the main electrical panel, done by the factory, at fault, did the AC installer make a mistake, etc. Does this sound feasible? Look really carefully around the water faucets in the tub to see if there is any sign they might be leaking and letting water run behind the wall. Traps have been set. We have been using 2x6 wall framing here in the northwest in conjunction with the BPA Super Good Cents program for almost 20 years. Homes built prior to 1976 had only one or two inches of insulation wrapped around the walls, floor and ceiling, 2 x 2 or 2 x 3 studs, uninsulated air ducts in the floor and ceiling, no ceiling vapor barrier, and jalousie windows. Home is in excellent condition. Lumber . wood-frame construction 8 Jan 2009 146/2009 Revisions: structural requirements for 5 and 6 storey wood-frame construction 3 April 2009 22/2009 Revisions: adaptable housing 3 Sep 2009 322/2009 Revisions: geotechnical slope stability regulations and seismic 22 Dec 2009 45/2010 Revisions: amendment of Code 23 Feb 2010 Is it ok to take off the metal roof and cover the rafters with plywood and shingles, box it in, and install blown in insulation and add attic air vents? I read you can put strips of insulation on a tarp and put it over the metal beamsbut my insulation doesnt seem to lift off.is it heavy,,or stuck? Sorry I wasnt more clear before. The Norwegians and Swedes are well known for their vertical board-and-batten siding the origins of which can be directly traced back to their ancient stave churches (Photograph 1). It may also be used in areas where extra soundproofing may be needed, such as near a highway. Any thoughts? The function for the gypsum wallboard is fire resistance, shear resistance for the 2x4 frame and a contribution to the assembly air tightness. If the grooves are seated properly and care is taken to make sure the panels are lined up before they are nailed in place, the materials themselves produce nice straight edges. It was manufactured in 2002. At the very least, could I remove the existing, ugly ceiling and replace it with the bead board or some other material?VickyPaulCertainly you can replace the existing ceiling tile with something you like better. As wood frame building technology evolved the timber frames tended to get completely covered with lath-and-daub thereby protecting the timber frame. They do make good negotiating points that may help you take a few thousand off the price. You are telling me there are no leaks showing under the home so that cant be it. Jeff KillenI have a double wide circa 1970s in southern Oregon. That equates to $.98 per sq/ft of living space. I removed date stamps because most of the information doesnt change much.I wouldnt expect any problems unless you have a particle board subfloor that has had water damage in the past. The new roof extends over both the trailer and the addition. Once you know that you will be able, Manufactured home manufacturers The manufacturer is responsible for the home itself. We have the recommended number of jack posts installed. I live in a very old house in Ontario Canada and its built with actual 2x4s, i have no idea how old the house is so im hoping to get some idea by finding out when 2x4s were shrunk and assuming the house was built before that. when did 2x6 construction start in canadamapei grout frost vs warm gray. The weight will be directly over the I beams which is good.I dont know what sort of feet come on pool tables but if you wanted to distribute the weight you might consider putting down some plywood squares under the table. Along with floors and walls, The ceilings crew have been busy laying panels out on a jig and setting pre-assembled trusses in place. Ok, so lets talk about the ways you can pass the code in Michigan. Why? I was wondering if I could just attach light weight bead board to the 22s (I assume thats whats in there! There is even an insulating sheathing available that provides shear resistance. You might try this link for starters and see if you have better luck http://archives.hud.gov/offices/hsg/sfh/ref/sfhp1-8d.cfmWhat it comes down to is that if your home has the HUD sticker on it, it met the standards when it was built. We plan to put them along the wall in our living room. Pre-cut floor joists are then nailed in place. Thank you.PaulHi Faith,I wouldnt worry about it. So here we go, To determine the cost effectiveness of 2x6 construction. It appears it may have been custom or a higher end home, as it has framing that meets residential code, i.e., 3/4-inch plywood flooring, 24 framing on 16-inch centers, heavy insulation, etc. Setup can raise tough issues because of the number of organizations involved. OSB, even thin sheets, has to be substantially heavier than metal.Take a look at this link An Inexpensive Metal Roof You Can Install Yourself. On the evolutionary trail instead of Australopithecines, we will start with timber framing. { 120 comments read them below }kathyWe are looking at a used a trailer that has some iron?/metal apparatus sticking out one end past the skirting area. Pargeting is often referred to as the decorative relief in the plaster itself. A profession repair would have sealed that damage so mice, bugs, cats, or coons dont have easy access to the subfloor area. Your professional opinion would be greatly appreciated.PaulI think that would be a REALLY big mistake!DwightThanks Paul. and 1971 were constructed with aluminum wiring. Hi Kevin, i have attached a few photos, they are the best my phone can take, i can dig out the camera if need be, i found some flat nails when i was removing the fiberglass in the headers for the cellulose, so i assume that is what the house is made of I am not sure what to look at to see if there is any problems and the reviews on fleetwood is less than good. While I can take or leave 'Stumpy Nubs' brand of humor, I thought this was pretty good - a Roubo-style workbench made from 2x6 construction lumber, complete with dogs and spots for holdfasts. https://uwaterloo.ca/heritage-resources-centre/sites/ca.heritage-resources-centre/files/uploads/files/heritage_resources_centre_architectural_styles_guide_reduced.pdf. Note the word frame. A frame has four sides. He told me I dont have plywood on the outside of the house. joeSo my mobile home is to old to move so I am wanting to take the axles off of it is there any way that could cause an issuePaulAll the houses I moved were supported on blocks with the wheels and axels hanging from their mounts with no weight on them. If this happens and is not corrected, the walls have voids which are going to reduce the efficiency of the heating and cooling systems. These same bolts are what can be adjusted after the home is set, to stop floor squeaks. Maybe try giving the tank seals some time (hours/days?) It seems to me the insurance company shouldnt need to know anything else. Alan, Unfortunately there is no reliable way of fixing the date of a building by sizing the wall studs. But greed and speed are often right there as well. All of our content is relevant, we publish about 1 per month and you can un-subscribe at anytime. All this gets us balloon framing. Im getting a new roof for sure. There is a really nice discussion of this on Wikipedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stave_church). (if you get snow). That could include lime deposits, mold, damp smell, etc. If so will it empty if you try to run it?The problem has to be close to the sink.Paul. ruler, just measure the thickness of the exterior wall at any door or window opening. I had a mobile home contractor come out and he said it was wind driven (We had 30 50 mph gusts the night before with rain) rain getting in under the roof and coming down the walls. It is on concrete pillarsPaulIs that feet or inches? In 1958, the first double section off-site built home was constructed to a local building code, and thus the modular housing industry was born! The owner of the insulation company, who is also a builder, notes that the cost to extend doors and windows to accommodate a 2x6 wall is substantial because everything that is standard is made for 2x4. Once the wood frame is complete he grabs a hot glue gun and runs a bead of glue along the edges of all the wood. Big posts or staves take a lot of work and use up timber so folks started to set them farther and farther apart. Installing electrical boxes and running wire is the process most likely to disturb the insulation. I have thought about opening the wall and sister-ing each stud with another 2x 3 board so that the wall will be sturdier. weatherboarding) appear to be descended from the original timber frame vertical plank infill. How will they look in the future? There are plenty of other benefits from building with 2x6 construction, energy just isnt one of them. Outside of the board sheathing we typically have clapboards. Hes tried everything we can think of replaced the bolts and washers ; moved the toilet so it didnt touch the wall; put sealant on washers it still LEAKS!! Faster and cheaper? Ive read on your page that if the wall is in the middle where the two halves are put together then that is not to be removed. I found some newspapers from 1976 which is when it appears they installed the heavy metal chimney through the middle of the house, put wood on the "headers" in the basement (but not crawlspace) and did some other upgrades. So start with 2x 10 exterior walls. Allan, No need to apologize - I wasn't thinking of the privacy implications. The interior boards may have been an experiment in putting the sheathing on the interior so it could double as lath. If the ceiling is to be textured, it is picked up and moved to a spray/paint area where someone can walk around under it and apply the coating(s). I find that difficult because repair people tend to work in a very limited area and there is no way for me to hear about them. or 24 O.C.? So mobile homes sold in much of Florida will have to meet the highest standards of wind resistance. For example, valuable land where no new homes were allowed. When you buy a older mobile home on leased land you are REALLY locked in. We didnt. I work on cabins that are built from 1900 to the present which go from full size lumber to mid size to todays standard size. The entire assembly is lifted with a hoist and moved over to where it can be set onto a floor. Brian1968 Taylor mobile home at the beach. VeronicaHi I am wanting to buy a mobile home1979 1464 the roof seems it needs repair. TiaI have a very old single wide mobile home 1046 (built in the 1950s or 60s I believe.). Wilton sellerscheck and make sure your dryer duct is vented to the outside of your home.If it is not moister from your dryer could affect your floor if you have any belly board or insulation missing. The elongated toilet my handyman put in, leaks from the water holding tank. I can take hours under neath taking pics, notes, tearing out walls, ceilings. The problem with wattle-and-daub was its water sensitivity. I am of course talking about walls. That is NOT a place you want to experience.Paul, KaraHi there! Construction is an ancient human activity. Approximately 150 production workers will produce 10-12 floors per day. What do you think?PaulHi Lee,I never tried anything that ambitious so this is all speculation on my part.The roof metal goes on last at the factory and is fastened over the top of the exterior wall material. ), or even to the plywood, and leave the 22s exposed and paint them. Ceiling is sound right now with no problems that we can see. Spray foam insulation was much easier to incorporate in home construction because it expanded and could . This interior wall should NOT be structural . Trusses are nailed to perimeter 2 x 4s and held in place by wood strips at the centerline and at a couple of other places. I think you could probably buy one that needs work for less than the materials cost. They can pull the trap a long way before they stop moving. 2x6 construction homeimprovementdiva 13 years ago What is better 16 O.C.