FEATURE

ADVANTAGES

BENEFITS

AMERICAN 10"-12"- STEEL I-BEAM (STD) 

Brand X uses 8" imported corrugated steel

• stronger foundation
• reduces potential transport problems
• protects investment

99 1/2" I-BEAM SPREAD

Brand X uses as low as 89"

• steel super structure extends to where you need it most 
• better weight distribution
• home travels with less stress

DOUBLE I-BEAM IN AXLE AREAS (72' + ) 

Brand X uses single throughout

• stronger foundation
• reduces potential transport problems
• protects investment

OUTRIGGER & CROSS-MEMBERS 64" O.C. 

Brand X uses economical outrigger spacing

• extends strength of steel toward heavy exterior walls. 
• promotes transport stability
• stabilizes floor decking

INSULATION BLANKETS WATER, SEWER LINES & FLOOR DUCTS

Brand x have exposed sewer lines

• eliminates water line freeze ups
• keeps floor warm
• insulates heat duct in floor
• reduces air infiltration

DETACHABLE HITCH

Brand X uses welded hitches

• removable
• no cost removal
• no dangerous welding needed
• easy permanent foundation insulation 
• reusable

2 x 6, 16" O.C. KlLN DRIED EXT. WALLS 

Brand X uses 2 x 3 "cheaper" walls

• stronger than some residential construction
• dryer lumber keeps walls straight
• 16" on center reduces wavy walls
• stronger walls in inclimate weather

R-19 FIBERGLASS WALL INSULATION 

Brand X uses R-7

• saves energy 5 %
• home is more comfortable
• home is quieter

STEEL PLATES & SLEEVES 

Comparable

• reduces chance of electrical shock
• increases home safety

200 AMP PANEL BOX

Brand x uses 100 amp panel box 

• less circuit overload
• less dimming light
• room for additional circuits

SINGLE DROP SEWER LINE

Brand X uses multiple drops

• reduces cost of sewer/septic hook-up
• less exposed plumbing
• insulated for less chances of freezing
• less hassle

2X8, #2, 24" O.C. TRANSVERSE. FLOOR JOIST 

Brand X uses notched, culled, 2x6 up to 24" o.c. joist

• stronger/straighter floor system
• more solid, less squeaks
• heavy furnishings-no problem

OSB FLOOR LENGTH  SHEETS

Brand X uses 4x8 sheets

• almost ½ the seams in floor using full length sheets

• less floor squeaks

• exceeds all HUD requirements and industry standards for floor decking                              

TALLER ENGINEERED ROOF TRUSS

Brand X has shorter engineered roof truss'

• room for insulation
• allows sufficient room for up flow venting (all models) 
• roofs can handle heavy snow load

6" RAFTER HEEL HEIGHT

Brand X uses as low as 5"

• maintains Insulation thickness all the way to the sidewall 
• eliminates hot & cold spots
• saves energy $'s

BRASS SHUT-OFF VALVES T/O

Brand X has optional plastic shut-off valves

• durable valve
• reduces plumbing emergencies
• simple plumbing repair

ALL 2x CONSTRUCTION WITH 2x TOP AND BOTTOM PLATES

Brand X uses 1x lumber

• adds structural integrity to prevent bowing of walls
• stronger construction for longer life
• more dependable for wall hung items