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What’s Really Holding Up Your Manufactured Home? A Peek Under the Skirt (Real Crawlspace Inspection)
During a recent roof inspection in a well-kept manufactured home community, I couldn’t help but crawl underneath and check out the foundation system. What I found reminded me why foundation certifications are so important — and why Oasis Engineering’s Manufactured Home Foundation Letters remain one of the most requested services we offer across Florida, Texas, and beyond.
Not All Foundations Are What They Seem
At first glance, this home looked like it was built on a concrete stem wall — thanks to its clean faux brick siding and solid perimeter skirting. But looks can be deceiving. Once I popped open the crawlspace, the reality was clear: this home sits on a traditional block and pier system.
The piers themselves were dry-stacked CMUs with non-treated wood shims — a common setup, but one that often fails FHA, VA, and USDA loan requirements if not properly stabilized, reinforced, and certified.
Why Lenders Require Foundation Certification
If you’re buying, selling, refinancing, or insuring a manufactured home with a government-backed loan, you’ll likely be asked for a HUD-compliant permanent foundation certification. That means an engineer must inspect and verify that the home meets all current HUD/FHA guidelines — including anchorage, support piers, clearance, and skirting.
What we look for:
- Is the home properly anchored and stabilized to resist wind uplift and lateral forces?
- Are piers adequately spaced, grouted, and capped with proper wood or steel shims?
- Does the home meet minimum clearance and ventilation requirements?
- Is the skirting secure, weather-resistant, and designed to prevent moisture accumulation?
This particular home passed visually — but many don’t. And a missed issue can stall closings, delay appraisals, or cost thousands in repairs.
Real Engineering. Real Fast.
At Oasis Engineering, we make it simple:
- Next-day site visits available in most areas. Mobile/Remote Same Day Service may be available for some homes that qualify.
- HUD Permanent Foundation Certifications issued within 1–2 business days
- Affordable pricing, no unnecessary upsells
- Stamped and sealed by a licensed professional engineer (PE)
We work directly with:
- Homeowners
- Realtors
- Lenders
- Title companies
- Mortgage brokers
Whether your home is on piers, runners, engineered tie-downs, or a full concrete slab, we’ve seen it all — and we’re here to help get your deal done right.
Don’t Guess. Certify.
The foundation is literally the base of your investment — and HUD isn’t forgiving when it comes to code compliance. If you’re unsure about your current setup, or just need a fast, affordable certification to close the deal, reach out to us today.
👉 Request a Manufactured Home Foundation Letter Here
Service Areas: Florida • Texas • Nevada• Alabama • Arizona • South Carolina and more!
Need an engineer’s letter for your mobile home foundation? Trust the pros at Oasis Engineering LLC.
