Low quality manufactured houses are designed to meet minimum manufactured home code requirements. The overall quality of materials and workmanship is below average. The floor plan is usually simple, with little or no attention given to detail.
Foundation: Setup on steel or concrete piers.
Frame: Light steel beam undercarriage with outriggers and cross members.
Floor Structure: Wood floor joists with particleboard or plywood decking, waterproofing and insulation.
Floor Cover: Floor cover is not included in the basic residence cost.
Exterior Wall: Minimum fenestration using economy-grade windows.
Roof: Engineered trusses and sheathing. Roofs are flat or slightly arched, with no overhang.
Interior Finish: Low-quality printed hardboard or prefinished plywood paneling on 2'' x 3'' studs. Small wardrobes. Economy-grade hollow core doors. Paint-grade or vinyl-covered particleboard kitchen cabinets and bathroom vanity. Ceiling height is typically 7'-6'' to 8'-0''.
Electrical: Minimum number of electrical outlets. Low-cost lighting fixtures.
Plumbing: Five plumbing fixtures and one plumbing rough-in are included in the base cost. The fixtures can include any of the following: lavatory, toilet, tub, tub with shower over, kitchen sink and water heater. All fixtures are usually located along one side of the house (wet wall) with minimal runs.
Appliances: Appliances are not included in the basic residence cost.
Fireplace: Not included.