200 amp circuit vs 100 amp

[Guest]

Hello,
Looking at a new titan home. After "living/fixing" a 1977 mobile for 21 years.... moving on.. swapping out our old one for a new one.

Should we order one with a 200 amp circuit or the standard 100 amp system? How Much is it to upgrade in the future? Why would someone need 200 amp? If I wanted to go solar in say 15 years?
What is better Oil heat or gas? [We live in New Hampster]

Any Comments on Titan Homes? I'm looking at this model
http://www.aglhomes.com/titan/823/823.htm

Are there any additional recommended options that we should ask for?

I did read this article
http://mobilehomerepair.com/article4.htm
and this site
http://www.toolbase.org/ToolbaseResourc ... egoryID=32

Any other tips?


Thank you, Chris

[Yanita]

Hi,

Welcome to the site.

I will admit I did not have time to read all the links you posted, off the top of my head...

Extra insulation, plywood floors, larger framing, traditional windows/doors etc...this is to name a few.

There was a post about this recently, I think within the last 3 weeks, you can do a search for it. I am sure others will chime in.

As for the type of heat you use that is something we can not really give a fair accounting of...it will all depend on your home, your temp settings, and the cost of fuel per gal vs. kilowatt hour.

Good luck with your new purchase.

Yanita

[Guest]

Thank you...
I just found the article you mentioned ...

http://mobilehomerepair.com/phpbb/viewtopic.php?t=894

[Guest]

here's a list of the standard features//
Should I make any upgrades?
Anything stick-out as lamo.. .?

NEW ENGLAND MANOR MANUFACTURED RANCH
STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS
~ SHINGLED ROOF WITH CONTINUOUS RIDGE VENT
~ VENTED SOFFIT
~ DOUBLE 4 1/2” VINYL SIDING
~ 7’ 6” SIDEWALL CONSTRUCTION
~ 30 LB ROOF LOAD W 16” O.C. RAFTERS
~ RECESSED DORMER ON MOST MODELS
~ BLACK BOARD SHEATHING BACKER
~ 12” VINYL SHUTTERS - FRONT DOOR SIDE
~ IN-FLOOR HEAT DUCT CROSSOVERS
~ PERIMETER HEAT DUCTS
~ THERMAL WINDOWS
~ REMOVABLE SCREENS FOR WINDOWS
~ 12” GABLE END OVERHANG
~ 6” OVERHANG ON SIDES
~ 2 X 6 EXTERIOR WALL STUDS 16” O.C. WITH R-19 INSULATION
~ R-30 ROOF INSULATION
~ R-22 FLOOR INSULATION
~ 2 X 4 DOUBLE MARRIAGE LINE
~ 2 X 6 FLOOR JOISTS 16” O.C.
~ DETACHABLE HITCHES
~ VAULTED CEILINGS THROUGHOUT
~ RESIDENTIAL STIPPLE CEILINGS THROUGHOUT
~ 1/2” DRYWALL - IN LIVING ROOM & DINING ROOM
~ WALLPAPER BORDER IN LIVING ROOM
~ MINI-BLINDS THRUOUT WITH DRAPES & VALANCES
~ TUB OVERDRAPE & SHOWER CURTAIN
~ 60” FIBERGLASS 1 PC. TUBS IN GUEST BATH
~ GLAMOUR MASTER BATHS IN MOST MODELS
~ 1 PC. FIBERGLASS SHOWER W/DOOR IN GLAMOUR BATH
~ MIRROR TREATMENT W/VALANCE - GLAMOUR TUBS
~ POWERED VENT FANS IN ALL BATHS
~ TOWEL BAR & TISSUE HOLDERS - ALL BATHS
~ PORCELAIN BATH SINKS W/POPUP DRAINS
~ DEEP WELL STAINLESS STEEL KITCHEN SINK
~ DELUXE COSMETIC BOX IN ALL BATHS
~ DELUXE LIGHTS OVER BATH VANITIES
~ SINGLE LEVER FAUCET W/SPRAYER - KITCHEN
~ 16 CU. FT. 2 DR. FROST FREE REFRIGERATOR
~ 30” GAS RANGE WITH POWER LIGHTED RANGE HOOD
~ EXTERIOR GFI RECEPTACLE
~ FLOOR MOUNTED DOOR STOPS
~ ALL COPPER WIRING
~ PORCELAIN COMMODES IN ALL BATHS
~ DECORATIVE WALLBOARDS T/O EXCEPT DRYWALL AREAS
~ CHAIRRAIL IN MASTER BEDROOM
~ DELUXE DRAPERIES IN LIVING ROOM, DINING ROOM, FAMILY ROOM,
DEN AND MASTER BEDROOM
~ CENTER SHELF - KITCHEN BASE CABINETS
~ LINED OVERHEAD CABINETS W/ADJUSTABLE SHELVES
~ DRAWERS OVER DOORS - KITCHEN BASE CABINETS
~ TIP OUT TRAYS UNDER KITCHEN SINK
~ SIDE MOUNT DRAWER ROLLER GUIDES
~ HIDDEN CABINET HINGES
~ RESIDENTIAL DOOR & COVE MOLDING
~ COLOR COORDINATED FLOOR REGISTERS
~ METAL DOOR KNOBS
~ PASSAGE DOORS ON ALL CLOSETS
~ WIRE VENTED SHELF - ALL CLOSETS
~ FINISHED CLOSETS
~ PLUMB WIRE & VENT FOR WASHER/DRYER
~ 40 GALLON ELECTRIC WATER HEATER
~ MILLER GAS FURNACE SIZED TO HOME
~ OAK EDGING ON COUNTER TOPS IN KITCHEN
~ VENTILLAIRE AIR EXCHANGE SYSTEM
~ 100 AMP ELECTRIC SERVICE
~ BRASS LIGHT FIXTURE AT FRONT DOOR
~ 36’ X 80” STEEL FRONT DOOR W/STORM
~ 36” X 80” 9-LITE REAR DOOR W/STORM
~ DEADBOLT LOCKS FRONT & REAR DOORS
~ TILE FOYER AT FRONT DOOR
~ EXTERIOR FROST PROOF FAUCET
~ WATER SHUT-OFFS THROUGHOUT INCLUDING MAIN
~ 25 OZ. EXPRESSIONS CARPET EXCEPT IN WET AREAS
~ TACKSTRIP CARPET INSTALLATION
~ DELUXE 1/ 2” REBOND PAD
~ DELUXE CHANDELIER IN DINING ROOM
~ CEILING LIGHTS IN ALL BEDROOMS
~ DOUBLE BULB CEILING LIGHTS
~ SMOKE DETECTORS PER CODE
~ 3” LAMINATE BACKSPLASH IN KITCHEN
~ SOLID OAK STILES ON ALL CABINETS
~ SOAKER TUB WHERE AVAILABLE

[Guest]

"TUB OVERDRAPE & SHOWER CURTAIN "

this is a must have !!!!

[Yanita]

Hi,

Did I miss what type of plumbing this home has?

I do not know what your electrical needs are, but I would certainly go with a 200amp service panel, even if you go solar, 15 years is a long time to be without if you need it now.

Will you have a garage or multiple storage sheds, possible pool or water feature in the future....

Yanita

[Harry]

Hi Digger

Nice home!

Good articles you have listed.

I would also go with 3/4 plywood floors.

To me the setup is really really important. Be sure you get your hands on the "Manufactures Installation Manual" and make sure your setup crew follows it all the way. This manual will include the proper grading of the site so all that rain will be directed away from the home...so on and so forth.

Good Luck.

Harry

[geraldk]

black board sheathing backer ???
is this cheap stuff ??

[JD]

Depends on how you look at it. This is an asphalt impregnated sheathing, usually OSB. For what I have seen used on older mobile homes, this would be a premium product for mobile home use. I haven't had to repair siding on real late model homes, so I am not sure why they use it. It may be an adequate moisture barrier that allows them to forgo home wrap or similar material. I wouldn't think that it would add a lot to the cost compared to standard OSB. There are foam insulated sheathing panels that would be a more expense and more premium product. They will typically have twice the R value of asphalt impregnated sheathing. I really doubt that any manufactured home builders use it though.

JD

[Greg]

Three possibilities come to mind. 30# roofing, is ther a heavier option? 1/2" sheetrock, can you get it throughout the home. not just living & dining room? 200 Amp service, too easy to order now rather than upgrade later. Greg

[Kellguy]

200 Amp is overkill. You will not need all that power unless you have electric heat or some other major power-using appliance (or welder)

Costs to retrofit later include: permits, upgrading the service wires, mast and/or conduit, possibly a new meter, probably a new panel box. You will have to contact and pay the local electrical supplier so they can cut off the existing power and upgrade the wiring to your unit. If you are in a park, 200 Amp may not be an option.

Costs range up to $1800, depending on the length of service wires, permits, and other hardware costs.

[Harry]

Hi

In this previously owned MH has 100 amp service and we are 100% electric. Dishwasher, microwave, frig, oven, water heater, TVs, PCs and treadmill. I have one vacant space on this panel.

The water well, HVAC package unit and work shed is powered directly from the panel on the power pole. I have one vacant space on this panel.

Eventhough … should I buy a new MH I will spec 200 amps. service…just incase.

Harry