4-27 American National Standard Manufactured Home Installations

A. Final Inspection Checklist - Final inspection shall be made when the home installation (set-up) is complete. A checklist such as the one given below should be developed to ensure that no items have been overlooked and that work has been properly completed. 1. Water and Drain Systems. Check to ensure that: a. Correct materials for water and drain lines have been used. b. Connections and splices are properly made. c. Supports are of correct material and are properly spaced. d. Necessary inspections and tests have been made. e. Water lines are protected from freezing when applicable. f. Proper slope has been maintained on drain lines. 2. Electric Systems. Check to ensure that: a. Panel amperage matches connection to home. b. Electrical inspections have been performed; connections between multi-sections are in accordance with MHCSS and access covers are in place. 3. Gas/fuel Oil Systems. Check to ensure that: a. Correct materials and fittings are used. b. The pressure test has been conducted on the gas system. c. The connection between multi-sections are in accordance with the MHCSS, with access as required. 4. Appliance Function, Operation, and Venting. Check to ensure that: a. Vent or chimney extensions shipped loose on the home have been mounted and serviced in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. b. Appliances and valves have been tested and are properly working. c. Venting of appliances under unit is in accordance with the MHCSS. d. Dryer is properly vented. e. Solid-fuel-burning fresh air intake is properly installed f. Temporary shipping blocks have been removed. g. Exhaust fan operation and air flow are correct. 5. Windows and Doors. Check to ensure that: a. Windows meet egress requirements and have operation instructions on them. b. Doors function properly. c. Temporary shipping hardware has been removed from windows and doors. 6. Exterior of Home. Check: a. For damage to under carriage or bottom board. b. Chassis, floor joists, or both for installation/transportation damage. c. Bottom board for rips or tears. d. For damage to siding (cracks, breaks, holes, nail pops., etc.) e. For damage to metal or composition room. f. For holes or rips in metal roof. g. Shingles for damage and sealing. h. Drip edge or fascia damage. i. Roof openings for sealing (vents, stacks, etc.) j. To ensure that when gutters and downspouts are installed, the water is diverted away from the home. 7. Interior of Home. Check: a. For damage to floor coverings (vinyl, carpet.) b. For damage to wall finish (holes, cracks, nail pops, etc.) c. For damage to ceiling finish (holes, cracks, nail pops, etc.) d. For damage to interior trim (splits, cracks, nail pops, etc.) e. Multi-section common areas for correct finishing. 8. Skirting. Check to ensure that: a. Skirting used is in accordance with owner’s specifications. b. Venting is in accordance with the manufacturer’ s specifications. c. Skirting is constructed to prevent frost movement in areas of where it occurs. d. Polyethylene ground cover is correctly installed. 9. Blocking/footings. Check to ensure that: a. Footings are of proper size and construction for soil conditions. b. Spacing of piers is in accordance with the manufacturer’s guidelines. c. Footing depth is below frost line. d. Foundation walls, if required, meet local codes, ordinances, or covenants. e. Pier construction meets manufacturer’s specifications. 10.Anchoring. Check to ensure that: a. Approved anchors are used. b. Correct numbers of anchors, straps, or both are used according to the manufacturer’s instructions. c. Anchors are installed at correct angles and in accordance with the anchor manufacturer’s listing for approval. 11.Miscellaneous. Check to ensure that: a. The smoke detector(s) is operating correctly. b. Construction seals (the "HUD Label") have not been damaged, removed, or covered by skirting. c. Installation/anchoring certificates, seals, or both have been issued and installed if required. d. Data plate is intact and legible. e. Low-hanging tree branches and bushes have been trimmed. All transit and installation damage are required to be reported to the manufacturer if the home is a new unit. Check with local authorities having jurisdiction prior to installation for code requirements and permits/inspections required.