Manufactured housing is a growing and vital component of the nation’s housing market. Manufactured homes are houses built entirely in the factory under a federal building code administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The Federal Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards (commonly known as the HUD Code) went into effect June 15, 1976. They regulate manufactured housing design and construction, strength and durability, transportability, fire resistance, energy efficiency and quality. They also set performance standards for heating, plumbing, air conditioning, thermal and electrical systems. On-site additions such as garages, decks and porches can be made to enhance the appeal of manufactured homes. They must be built in accordance with local, state or regional building codes.

A manufactured home leaves the factory with all the necessary appliances pre-installed. Because different regions have varying preferences in appliance mix and fuel choice, manufacturers offer assorted standard packages around the country. The home buyer can specify his/her fuel preference by simply asking the manufactured home dealer or community developer.

A propane-fueled home offers the homeowner many advantages over an all-electric home. Every leading producer of manufactured homes offers propane-ready homes. People already living in a manufactured home, can still switch to propane and begin enjoying all its benefits.

Specify Propane in Your New Manufactured Home or Upgrade to Propane

What are the advantages of propane compared to other fuels?

Compared to oil, there's no smoke, no smell and propane is a lot cleaner.
You don't have to chop it or tote it or clean up after it, like wood.
Using propane gas instead of fuel oil or electricity in your manufactured home can help reduce environmental pollution.
On a nationwide average, propane costs less than electricity.