The final blocking step in setting up a manufactured home is the physical installation. To assist rural homebuyers, developers, and inspectors, we have created an interactive Google My-Map indexing every licensed manufactured home installer in Texas.
1. Why Certified Setup Matters
Texas mandates that all manufactured home setups must be performed by a TDHCA-licensed installer. The installer is legally responsible for preparing the site, leveling the chassis, blocking the piers, and securing the tie-down anchoring to pass state inspection.
2. Geographic Targeting & Wind Zone Compliance
Texas contains multiple wind regions (Wind Zone I inland and Wind Zone II coastal counties). Our interactive map helps you:
- Locate installers certified for complex Wind Zone II installations along the Gulf Coast.
- Find installers carrying active performance bonds, which are required to cover setup warranty claims.
- Verify whether an installer has a clean history of Form T (Installation Report) filings in the TDHCA database.
3. Inspecting the Setup
Once the installer completes the blocking and anchoring work, they must file a Form T report along with a $100 state filing fee. Our map guides you to local inspectors who can audit the physical setup and issue compliance sign-offs for chattel lending and title conversions.