Mobile Home Inspections in Southwest Florida
Detailed inspections focused on soft floors, moisture, tie-downs, vapor barriers, and crawlspace conditions — the issues that matter most for mobile homes in Southwest Florida parks and communities.
Mobile homes have unique concerns — especially in SWFL’s heat, humidity, and storm-prone climate. We focus on the things most buyers and insurers worry about: soft floors, crawlspace, moisture, and tie-downs.
What We Inspect on a Mobile Home
Your mobile home inspection covers both the living space and the components underneath that most owners never see:
- Roof & Roof-Over: covering, seams, flashing, vents, and visible signs of leaks or patching.
- Exterior: siding, skirting, steps, decks, landings, handrails, visible foundation piers and leveling concerns.
- Interior: walls, ceilings, doors, windows, and especially soft or damaged floors around kitchens, bathrooms, and exterior doors.
- Electrical: panel, breakers, visible wiring, outlets, GFCI/AFCI protection, fixtures, and basic safety issues.
- Plumbing: water heater, fixtures, drains, leaks, visible supply and drain lines, and signs of past water damage.
- HVAC: package or split systems, thermostat, visible ductwork, and condensate drainage.
- Crawlspace (where accessible): piers, blocks, shims, visible tie-downs/straps, underbelly/insulation, standing water, and moisture damage.
- Skirting & Ventilation: skirting condition, access points, and airflow that affects moisture under the home.
Soft Floors, Moisture & Underbelly Concerns
Soft floors are one of the biggest issues we find in mobile homes. These are often caused by plumbing leaks, roof leaks, or failed underbelly and insulation. We document:
- Areas of spongy, soft, or damaged flooring.
- Staining around toilets, tubs, water heaters, and exterior doors.
- Underbelly tears or missing sections where moisture and pests can enter.
- Visible structural damage to floor framing where accessible.
When needed, we can also recommend mold assessments or additional moisture testing as a separate service.
Tie-Downs, Piers & Crawlspace
In SWFL, properly installed and maintained tie-downs and supports are critical for both safety and insurance. During the inspection, we visually evaluate:
- Visible tie-down straps, anchors, and connection points where accessible.
- Piers, blocks, and shims for obvious shifts, tilting, or deterioration.
- Evidence of past movement, settling, or impact damage.
- Standing water, drainage issues, and heavy moisture in the crawlspace.
If you need a formal foundation or tie-down certification, we can refer you to specialists who provide engineer sign-offs commonly requested by lenders.
Insurance & SWFL Park Requirements
Many parks and insurance carriers have specific requirements for mobile and manufactured homes. We routinely help with:
- General condition documentation for buyers and owners.
- Photos and details that support insurance decisions.
- 4-Point and Wind Mitigation inspections when applicable (depending on home and roof type).