The trouble with manufactured home roofs
Many older manufactured homes have a nearly flat metal roof joined with long seams. Others have membrane or shingle roofs. The roof sits just above the ceiling, so leaks show fast and summer heat goes straight into the house. On the open plains around Edgewood and Moriarty, wind works on every seam and edge.
Our process
- Clean the roof thoroughly
- Check for soft spots, rust and loose seams
- Re-fasten and seal seams with reinforced tape or fabric
- Seal vents, the furnace flue, AC or cooler and edge trim
- Apply a white elastomeric coat across the whole roof
Snow and weight
We walk manufactured home roofs carefully and keep heavy equipment on the ground. In winter, keeping snow from building up near edges and vents helps prevent leaks.
Coating or roof-over?
A coating is the lowest-cost fix for a sound roof. A pitched roof-over is a bigger project that adds slope and insulation. See coating or roof-over.
Help paying
Some rural homeowners qualify for USDA Section 504 repair loans and grants. Check eligibility directly with the program.
Call (505) 381-5017 about your manufactured home roof.
Common questions
Will a coating make my mobile home cooler?
A white coat usually makes a noticeable difference in summer.
Can you coat in winter?
Most coatings need warm weather. Seam repairs can sometimes be done on mild days.