Manufactured Home Installer how-to

How to Level a Manufactured Home

Level homes keep doors working.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Level homes keep doors working. In short: set; jack; check, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Set piers on pads.

  2. Jack in stages.

  3. Check with a water level.

  4. Shim.

  5. Recheck.

  6. Lock in.

Safety reminders for manufactured home installers

  • Use jacks safely
  • Never crawl under unsupported homes
  • Watch utilities
  • Lift safely

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