Are you buying, selling or refinancing a manufactured home? Then you may need a manufactured home engineering certification:
Why You May Need One
If you are buying, selling, or refinancing a manufactured home, chances are you will need a manufactured home engineering certification. Lenders, especially when dealing with FHA and VA loans, require proof that the home’s foundation complies with federal standards before the loan can close.
FHA / VA Loan Requirements
For all FHA and VA financing, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requires that a licensed professional engineer certify that the manufactured home is installed on a permanent foundation. The foundation must meet the criteria outlined in the HUD Permanent Foundation Guide for Manufactured Homes (1996).
This certification protects lenders by ensuring the home is securely anchored and structurally sound — and it protects buyers and sellers by keeping the transaction from being delayed or denied.
Our Role as Certified Master Inspectors
At REI Home Inspections, our Certified Master Inspectors (CMIs) have the training, experience, and credibility to guide you through this process. While the engineer ultimately issues the certification, our Master Inspectors coordinate directly with licensed engineers, providing the required site data, inspection details, and documentation.
This streamlined process ensures:
• Compliance with HUD, FHA, and VA loan requirements
• Accurate reporting backed by an engineer’s certification
• Faster turnaround to keep closings on schedule
• Peace of mind for lenders, realtors, and homeowners
What Sets Us Apart
• Certified Master Inspectors – the highest professional designation in the inspection industry
• Experience in Minnesota’s unique climate and soil conditions, ensuring accurate foundation evaluations
• Accredited education through programs recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
• Trusted by lenders and realtors across the region for reliable and timely certification support
Keep Your Transaction Moving Forward
Don’t let missing paperwork or uncertainty about the foundation delay your home purchase or sale. With REI Home Inspections, you get the confidence of working with Certified Master Inspectors and licensed engineers who know exactly what lenders require.
Contact us today to schedule your manufactured home engineering certification.
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