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If you are buying, selling, or refinancing a manufactured home, you may need a HUD-compliant foundation certification to meet mortgage lender requirements. Our team of licensed professional engineers provides fast, accurate, and compliant inspections throughout North, West, and Central Alabama to ensure your home meets HUD/FHA, VA, and USDA guidelines.
We specialize in manufactured home foundation certifications and provide the following services:
HUD/FHA, VA, and USDA Foundation Certifications
Conventional Loan Foundation Inspections
Pre-Purchase Foundation Inspections
Retrofitting for HUD Compliance
Permanent Foundation System Design & Consultation
Repair Recommendations for Non-Compliant Foundations
Re-Inspection and Certification After Modifications
Drainage & Site Grading Inspections
Engineering Letters for Mortgage Lenders
Tie-Down & Anchoring System Evaluations
Our foundation inspections assess the following key components to ensure compliance:
Foundation Type & Structural Integrity (concrete piers, runners, slabs, masonry walls, etc.)
Anchoring & Tie-Down Systems (meets wind and seismic load requirements)
Support Piers & Footings (placement, height, and stability)
Perimeter Enclosure & Skirting (moisture protection, ventilation, and durability)
Drainage & Grading (prevention of water accumulation under the home)
Compliance with HUD’s Permanent Foundations Guide for Manufactured Homes
A manufactured home foundation certification is typically required in the following situations:
Mortgage Loan Approval (FHA, VA, USDA, Conventional loans)
Buying or Selling a Manufactured Home
Refinancing a Home with a Mortgage Lender
Converting a Manufactured Home to Real Property
Ensuring Compliance with Local Building Regulations
Our services are essential for:
Homeowners & Buyers – Ensure compliance and avoid delays in the sale or financing process.
Mortgage Lenders & Banks – Meet underwriting requirements for manufactured home loans.
Real Estate Agents & Brokers – Assist clients with quick and seamless transactions.
Manufactured Home Dealers – Ensure homes are properly set up for financing eligibility.
Title Companies & Closing Attorneys – Provide necessary documentation for smooth closings.
Ensures Compliance with HUD, FHA, VA, and USDA standards.
Prevents Loan Rejections by meeting lender requirements.
Enhances Property Value by verifying structural integrity.
Reduces Future Repairs by identifying potential foundation issues early.
Provides Peace of Mind for buyers, sellers, and lenders.
We proudly serve North, West, and Central Alabama, including but not limited to:
Huntsville (Madison County)
Decatur (Morgan County)
Florence (Lauderdale County)
Athens (Limestone County)
Tuscaloosa (Tuscaloosa County)
Northport (Tuscaloosa County)
Jasper (Walker County)
Livingston (Sumter County)
Birmingham (Jefferson County)
Hoover (Jefferson/Shelby County)
Montgomery (Montgomery County)
Selma (Dallas County)
Prattville (Autauga County)
Our inspections typically take 1-2 hours, and we provide certification reports within 24-48 hours after the inspection.
If your home does not comply, we provide detailed recommendations for retrofitting and can re-inspect after modifications are completed.
Yes! We offer rush inspections and next-day service in many areas. Contact us to check availability.
Pricing varies based on location and complexity. Contact us for a free quote.
You will receive a signed, stamped engineering report certifying the foundation’s compliance with HUD guidelines, which can be submitted to lenders and real estate professionals.
The exterior decks need to be properly supported
deck framing must be adequate and structurally sound
Any structural framing of an addition or attachment to the manufactured home needs to be structurally sound and properly and independently supported
The crawlspace needs to be clear of debris and provided with a vapor barrier.
The tie down straps need to be secured in place
All interior piers need to be plumb, and structurally sound to support the framing
Our licensed engineers are ready to assist you with fast, reliable, and lender-approved foundation certifications for manufactured homes.
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Request an inspection today and ensure your manufactured home meets all mortgage and compliance requirements!