If you are living in manufactured housing in Alabama that leaks, has mildew, floods, or is otherwise poorly constructed, you have probably run into a dead end trying to get anyone to conduct repair work. Attorney David Selby of Birmingham, AL works tirelessly to ensure his clients receive fair compensation for problems associated with their mobile home. Call David Selby (205) 968-9906

Mobile Home Claims

If you are living in manufactured housing in Alabama that leaks, has mildew, floods, or is otherwise poorly constructed, you have probably run into a dead end trying to get anyone to conduct repair work. 

Manufactured homes, also known as mobile homes, are built in a manufacturing plant's controlled environment and are transported in sections on a permanent chassis.  While this would seem to make home construction more uniformly sound, it can actually make for more hassle when something goes wrong.  Various parts of the home may be under different warranties backed up by separate parties so it can be difficult to sort out who is responsible for a mistake and who is legally obligated to fix it. 

As Attorney David Selby knows, manufactured home litigation is quite complex because different parties are involved in the construction, installation, and certification of homes.  For example, the retailer that sold you the home, the manufacturer that constructed it, and the company that actually installed the home are usually different companies. As a result, the parties will often try to deny responsibility for repairs under warranty and shift the burden to another party.  Compounding difficulties is the fact that, if a site was not adequately prepared, if the home was not properly installed, or repair work was poorly conducted, the party responsible for the warranty may suggest that the warranty was voided.

If you are like many that purchased a manufactured home in Alabama, you were given a sales pitch from a designer that claimed to be able to offer you a lower cost home in a less time.  Shoddy manufacturing and installation however, can end up costing more in the long run as you chase down someone willing to stand behind his work.  If your home was insured or under warranty, you will likely need to enlist the services of an attorney such as David Selby, to ensure you receive the repair work to which you are entitled.

The national Manufactured Housing program was established by HUD to protect the health and safety of the owners of manufactured homes. Under the program, HUD issues, monitors, and enforces Federal Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards.  HUD standards regulate manufactured home design and construction, including durability, fire resistance and energy efficiency of the home.  They also institute performance standards for heating, cooling, plumbing, and electrical systems. 

The fact that the government has minimum standards and enforces these regulations means that it is simply illegal for shady companies to rip you off!  If you have encountered problems with your mobile home, you may be able to pursue a lawsuit and force a shifty designer, manufacturer, or installer to deliver the product he promised.  Bringing the matter to court could force the party responsible to cover the cost of repairs. You may even be eligible for additional compensation for your lost time and expenses associated with managing your home's problems.

Common problems associated with manufactured homes include:
  • Flooding and drainage problems
  • Leaky roof
  • Mold
  • Poor structural integrity
  • Formaldehyde smell
  • Breach of warranty
  • Fraud
  • Transportation damage
  • Poor repair under warranty
Do not make the mistake of thinking you can chase down designers and manufactures to make necessary repairs!  They will continue to give you the run around until you call professional legal counsel to pursue them in court.  Attorney David Selby has the experience in manufactured housing law and the expertise in advancing claims to get results. 

Also, if your home was covered by homeowner's insurance but your insurance company is refusing to cover the cost of repairs, you will need an attorney to force their hand.  Call David Selby at (205) 968-9906 and ask him to pursue a claim against your insurance company. 

David Selby handles manufactured housing cases in Birmingham, Montgomery, Tuscaloosa, Anniston, Gadsden, Mobile, Dothan, Huntsville, Florence, Pell City, Auburn/Opelika, Andalusia, Fort Payne, and Selma, Alabama.

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