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...3. Water Heaters

A mobile home water heater is not the same size as those used in houses. It is taller and narrower so that it is able to fit in the wall space. They also cost almost double. Don't be tempted to squish a house style into that confined space. The few dollars you save could cost you your home. Many a mobile has burnt to the ground because a homeowner has cheaped out. Installing too large of heater becomes a serious fire hazard.

4. Toilets

Here's one thing that's the same as houses. Here are a few of the common problems that occur. Repairs here will be like any other toilet.

5. Tubs

Again mobile home tubs are not the same as house tubs. The first difference is they do not have overflows. The second difference is that they are actually supported above the floor so the drain can go under the tub and down through the floor. Don't try to put a house tub into a mobile. You'll go nuts with modifications.

Make sure that the walls surrounding the tub are proper water repellant materials such as tile and make sure that they are properly sealed. Leaking behind a wall in a mobile home.

Mobile homes are an affordable method to own your own home and there are some fabulous floor plans available to choose from. Just remember that mobile home plumbing isn't going to be quite the same as house plumbing so proceed with caution.

Because not all plumbing information is the same, you need exact information for your particular job. You now know what you needed to know about mobile home plumbing, and you can take that information with you and use it as well too.


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