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by countrydan
Wed Apr 24, 2013 2:29 pm
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: particle board subfloor rotted under fridge
Replies: 5
Views: 3354

Re: particle board subfloor rotted under fridge

87- i did think about the plywood base as a temporary band aid. so far it doesnt seem to be sagging toooo bad..yet. thanks for the help.
by countrydan
Wed Apr 24, 2013 2:25 pm
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: Hi Newbie With Some Questions
Replies: 6
Views: 2579

Re: Hi Newbie With Some Questions

i dont know where you are at but based on my research if the trailer is converted to "real" property and has the paperwork to verify this and is filed with the county or wherever, and is on a permanent foundation (permanently affixed) I believe it will hold value close to its stickbuilt co...
by countrydan
Wed Apr 24, 2013 2:20 pm
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: Belly hanging out
Replies: 7
Views: 3508

Re: Belly hanging out

1. congrats on the free mh!!! 2. before repairing the belly/insulation- now is the perfect time to get in and under the house and inspect the plumbing/drain lines (showers, toilets, etc)/duct work/etc and anything else that may need to be addressed. once your insulation and belly is up and brand new...
by countrydan
Mon Apr 22, 2013 3:57 pm
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: particle board subfloor rotted under fridge
Replies: 5
Views: 3354

Re: particle board subfloor rotted under fridge

Thank you both for the advice/tips..
by countrydan
Sat Apr 20, 2013 9:20 am
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: No heat from boiler
Replies: 3
Views: 1981

Re: No heat from boiler

if your pilot is staying lit and you are speaking of a water heater then i would suggest checking your thermocouple. this device is a safety device that will not allow your main gas valve to open unless it senses the pilot heat... a trick is to move it closer to the pilot as it may have been bumped....
by countrydan
Sat Apr 20, 2013 9:14 am
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: Total Remodel
Replies: 88
Views: 78173

Re: Total Remodel

awesome pics. keep up the great work.

i wondered if i could get away with tile as well but i have particle board subfloor and it doesnt feel sturdy enough. i love your plywood subfloors. def envious!!!
by countrydan
Sat Apr 20, 2013 9:04 am
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: particle board subfloor rotted under fridge
Replies: 5
Views: 3354

particle board subfloor rotted under fridge

hello. i am a new member and have been reading this site and thanks for the great helpful advice/information from everyone. my wife and i just bought our first mobile home on some land in Michigan. we love it so far except for the cost of propane there... :shock: under the fridge there is floor rot ...