Valley Quality Homes of Spokane

Construction Information

• Why A Valley Home?
• What is missing on most manufactured homes?
• Valley Mansion
• Valley Manor
• Valley "Country Cottage"

Why A Valley Home?

In the past, mobile homes did not have the resale value of houses, because they did not have the appearance of a house, nor were they built like one. Today, many have house-type appearances, but there is only one actually being built with house quality construction and materials... an Award Winning Valley Manufactured Home... with more standard features for higher resale and a better value.

House Features of a Valley Home	What Most or All Others Provide as Standard
2 x 8" floor joists and 2 x 6" exterior walls.	Most use only 2 x 6" floors.
All studs and joists on 16" centers using #1 or #2 kiln-dried lumber stored indoors	Many others are 24" on center and store lumber outdoors where moisture can cause it to warp in the home as it eventually dries out.
All 2 x 4" interior walls	2 x 3" and some 1" lumber (not strong enough for use in the construction trade).
Full-size 36" doors.	Undersized doors and some trailer-type that swing out instead of in.
Windows - standard sizes in 6" increments	Odd sizes with very limited replacement availability
Plywood roof with hand-tabbed shingles	Pressed board which will deteriorate when wet, and very few hand-tab shingles
All batted insulation. comes in rolls with backing for moisture protection and is attached to remain in place.	Blown-in insulation. It is inexpensive and easily installed, but can pack down with settling or moisture and lose its insulation ability. Higher heating costs.
Plumbed with copper water lines thru-out.	Cheaper plastic plumbing without fittings; causing difficult repairs when needed.
Sinks and tubs with overflows, full size shower stalls, steel porcelain sinks, and premium faucets - all name brands.	No overflows, smaller showers, 2 piece or plastic fixtures that cannot be repaired.
Electrical outlets and switches firmly attached to studs. Rocker switches throughout..	Some fasten them only to sheetrock. Not nearly as permanent and more likely to cause problems.
Durable Weyerhaeuser hardboard siding. Guaranteed for 30 years	Some use imitations that can shatter easily in cold temperatures.
All 1/2" sheetrock on the walls, 5/8" on ceilings.	Some wallpapered paneling and 3/8" sheetrock; less fire resistant and less puncture proof.
Full size eaves, front and back, to prevent stain on windows and siding. built with 2 x 4 truss ends and 2 x 6 facia board for attaching patio covers, gutters, etc.	Front eaves only, if an, and 2 x 2 truss ends unable to withstand nailing.
Wood hollow core 32" interior doors (wood Jambs, frames, and trim).	Pressed board frames, photo finish paper, or skimpy door jambs.
Sturdy oak module cabinets, screw-assembled with adjustable shelves, and drawers with metal roller guides and plywood.	Photo paper, particle board, stapled assembly, or roughly framed with no interior sidewall, backs, or bottoms.
A stronger roof rated at 40 lbs. per square foot.	20 or 30 lb. rated roof.
Insulation of R -38/49 in the ceiling, R-21 wall, R-33 floor, and a large 5x15" R-6 heat duct to reduce heating costs.	Lesser insulation and a smaller tin heat duct with no insulation.
Formica/oak window ledges on most models for moisture and warp protection.	Sheetrock or paneling.
Rolled countertops with a seamless backsplash for moisture protection and easy cleaning, or tile backsplash.	Seamed countertops or no backsplash.
Upgrade carpeting treated for stain protection and 6 lb. pad.	Usually minimum spec. grade carpet and pad.
50 gallon quick recovery water heater.	30 or 40-gallon standard for most.
Premium guarantees of 10 years of more on paint, shingles, siding, windows and doors.	Lesser quality materials with only a one-year warranty.

Floor Joist

Because all houses are built on top of the floor, solid floor construction is important. Valley uses more lumber to build a stronger floor.

All manufacturers use staples and glue to join the floor decking and joists. Valley also uses screws to pull the materials tightly together... a much better bonding of the glue. This, combined with the extra floor joists, creates a very solid floor surface!

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What Is Missing... on most manufactured homes?

1. Full sized eaves on the back side of the house.
2. Standard 36" wide back doors.
3. All 2" x 4" interior walls - no 3" walls or 1" lumber.
4. Solid wood interior door casements (instead of pressed board) with 3 mortised hinges.
5. All copper water lines, metal risers and shut-off valves.
6. Bathtubs with overflows and mechanical drain valves.
7. All taped and textured walls with 5/8" sheetrock in the ceiling.
8. Standard construction sized windows (in 6" increments, both height and width).
9. 2' x 8' floor joists on 16" centers - going the width of a house supporting the longest outside walls that hold the roof weight.
10. 32" interior passage doors.

QUALITY FEATURES for any type of house.

• All batted fiberglass insulation - will not be affected by moisture, movement, or settling.
• All #1 and #2 grade lumber on 16" centers (joists, studs, and trusses).
• Glued down floor decking secured with screws - not just nails or staples.
• Plywood roofs instead of pressed board.
• Plywood double wall construction with lap siding.
• Low "E" glass windows with argon insulation.
• Quality oak cabinets with screw assembled oak frames, wood drawer bottoms with metal roller guides and adjustable metal shelf brackets... a drawer in each section of base cabinet.
• Electrical outlets and switches attached to a wall stud - not just sheetrock.

VALLEY MANUFACTURED HOUSING provides all of the above, plus:

• A specialized floor sill that reduces transportation damage and provides better foundation support.
• A 15" fiberglass heat duct instead of 10" tin - for more air flow, better insulation, and silent operation. No "popping" noise from tin expanding and contracting.

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Valley Mansion Series

Simply the finest manufactured home on the market!

Floor plans range from 1900 - 2700 square feet.

Superior Construction:

• 2 x 8 Joists (double and triple in some areas)
• 2 x 6 Exterior walls.
• 2 x 4 Interior walls
• All on 16" centers.
• 1/2" Siding with 3/8" plywood double wall exterior.
• 40 lb. rated roof, plywood over scissor type trusses.
• Hand tabbed shingles, guaranteed for 25 years.
• 1/2" Adjustable shelves in all overhead cabinets with metal bracket and clips - all screw assembled oak frames.
• Solid Floors with 5/8" Cresdek glued, screwed, and stapled to each joist.
• All copper water lines, metal risers and shut-off valves.
• Ceiling and walls are all 1/2" and 5/8" sheetrock, taped and textured.
• Pre-hung 32" interior doors with 3 mortised hinges and thick wood jambs.
• Insulated water and sewer lines.
• Electrical outlets firmly fastened to wall studs - not to sheetrock.
• Full eaves front to back to prevent stain on the windows and siding.
• Formica window sills with oak trim.

Some of our great features include:

• 9' high recessed dorgami entry.
• 5' tall boxed out widows with 8" sills.
• Vent-a-ridge roof design - eliminates caps on roof.
• Decorator lighting - and round sheet rock corners.
• White interior woodwork - mop boards, trim and doors with 6 panel relief pattern and lever handles.
• Oak edge countertops with tile backsplash.
• Aluminum mini blinds and colored valances.
• GE dishwasher, cooktop and eye level s.c. wall oven.
• Knife tray, bread board and corner lazy susans.
• 50 Gallon dual elements for quick recovery.
• Bathroom linen closets, medicine chests and drawers.
• 14.4 cu. ft. refrigerator

Triple Wides Include:

• 9'6" high flat ceilings and lighted soffits in kitchen.
• 8" deep stainless steel sinks.
• 2 models are designed with large walk-in pantry.
• Model 2831 has 2 sets of sky windows and sliding glass door.
• Master bathrooms feature:
  • 6' tubs and 4' showers with built in linen closet.
  • 3 way mirrors, double sinks, private commode.
  • 2 models have walk-in closets with mirrored doors in the bathroom.

Premium Material:

• All name brand materials and fixtures guaranteed for:
  • Lifetime on faucets
  • Lifetime on windows
  • 20 years on paint
  • 25 years on shingles
  • 30 years on siding
  • 20 years on exterior doors
  • 10 years optional skylights
• Solid oak cabinets with metal roller guides and plywood drawer bottoms.
• Steel porcelain sinks with overflows.
• Tubs and showers, thick one piece formed fiberglass.  Tubs with overflow and mechanical drain.
• Deadbolts on all outside doors.
• No freeze exterior faucet.
• Stainmaster carpet, FHA approved with 6 lb. pad.

Super Energy Efficient:

• Windows - low 'E' glass, argon insulated (.36 u-value), and vinyl frames.
• Heat Duct - 5 ^3/4" x 15" insulated with R-6 value.
• Insulation - rolled fiberglass with backing (no blown-in)R-38/49 ceiling, R-21 wall, R-33 floor.
• Exterior Doors - 36"double steel insulated. Nine Light - rear, Sunburst - front.
  • Higher 'R' values mean greater insulation
  • PLEASE NOTE:All of our homes meet Super Good Cents standards, and that we DO NOT use any blown-in type insulating products.

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Valley Manor Series

Our "Valley Manor" series is a Great Home with Exceptional Value!

Superior Construction:

• 2 x 8 Joists (double and triple in some areas)
• 2 x 6 Exterior walls.
• 2 x 4 Interior walls
• All on 16" centers.
• 1/2" Siding with 3/8" plywood double wall exterior.
• 40 lb. rated roof, plywood over scissor type trusses.
• Hand tabbed shingles, guaranteed for 25 years.
• 1/2" Adjustable shelves in all overhead cabinets with metal bracket and clips - all screw assembled oak frames.
• Solid Floors with 5/8" Cresdek glued, screwed, and stapled to each joist.
• All copper water lines, metal risers and shut-off valves.
• Ceiling and walls are all 1/2" and 5/8" sheetrock, taped and textured.
• Pre-hung 32" interior doors with 3 mortised hinges and thick wood jambs.

Attractive Design:

• Horizontal lap siding.
• Recessed entry.
• Large roof gable.
• Fixed eaves.
• Wood shutters.
• Large bay window with brick installed in walk-a-bay area.

Premium Material:

• Lifetime on faucets.
• 20 years on paint.
• 25 years on shingles.
• 30 years on siding.
• 20 years on exterior doors.
• 10 years on optional skylights.
• Lifetime on windows.

Super Energy Efficient:

• Windows - low 'E' glass, argon insulated (.36 u-value), and vinyl frames.
• Heat Duct - 5 ^3/4" x 15" insulated with R-6 value.
• Insulation - rolled fiberglass with backing (no blown-in)R-38/49 ceiling, R-21 wall, R-33 floor.
• Exterior Doors - 36"double steel insulated. Nine Light - rear, Sunburst - front.

Higher 'R' values mean greater insulation

PLEASE NOTE: All of our homes meet Super Good Cents standards, and that we DO NOT use any blown-in type insulating products.

We believe that the "Valley Manor" will provide you with the absolute best value now available in new home construction.

Extra Quality Features included as Standard Items:

• Deep sink laundry tub.
• Broom Closet.
• Linen Closet.
• Dressing Table.
• Clothes hamper.
• China hutch with light.
• Lots of counter top, cabinets and drawers.
• Mini blinds.
• Phone jacks.
• Bread board.
• Oak medicine cabinet.
• Oak raised panel cabinet doors.
• Inside water shut off.
• No freeze faucet.
• Premium grade carpet with 6# pad.
• solid oak cabinets, adjustable shelves and double roller guides.
• Upper and lower lazy susans.
• GE Cooktop and eye level s.c. wall oven.
• Potscrubber dishwasher.
• 18 cu. ft. frost free double door refrigerator.
• Porcelain sinks.
• Neo angle or 4' shower glass enclosure.
• Track lights and recessed fluorescent lights.
• 50 gal. water heater with dual elements, quick recovery.
• Outdoor plug-ins and lights.
• Rolled counter tops with seamless back splash.
• Formica and oak window ledges.

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Valley "Country Cottage"

A fantastic value without cutting corners. We use all brand name materials available at lumber and hardware outlets everywhere. No odd sized mobile home doors, windows, heat registers, etc. Designed to provide the following benefits:

Lasting Value:

• Stronger Roofs: Plywood over scissor type trusses 40# per sq. ft. standard (120# optional)
• Stronger Walls: All 2 x 4 interior, 2 x 6 exterior with triple framed openings and 6" headers.
• Stronger Floors: 2 x 8 joists, triple on the end and reinforced every 8' with perimeter 2 x 6 sill connecting all joists. All decking screwed down every 24".
• Durable Plumbing: All copper water lines, metal risers and shut-off valves.
• Quality Carpet: 25 oz. yarn, stain resistant with 6 lb. rebond pad.

Lower Cost of Ownership:

• More Weather Resistant Exterior
  • Shingles - Fiberglass: Guaranteed for 25 years. (also hand tabbed to prevent wind lift)
  • Siding - 1/2" Hardboard:  Guaranteed for 30 years.
  • Paint - Premium exterior:  Guaranteed for 20 years.
  • Doors: Guaranteed for 20 years.
• More Energy Efficiency, Super Good Cents Standards:
  • Windows - low 'E' glass, argon insulated (.36 u-value), and vinyl frames.
  • Heat Duct - 5 ^3/4" x 15" insulated with R-6 value.
  • Insulation - rolled fiberglass with backing (no blown-in)R-38/49 ceiling, R-21 wall, R-33 floor.
  • Exterior Doors - 36" double steel insulated.
• Higher Quality Moving Parts:
  • Faucets - Single lever and washerless:  Guaranteed for life.
  • Windows - Thick house type:  Guaranteed for life.
  • Doors - Thick jambs, all wood casings, 3 mortised hinges with 32" oak interior and 36" double steel insulated exterior.
  • Cabinets - All oak, screw assembled, modular construction with mortised shelves lower, adjustable upper with metal brackets, solid wood drawers with double metal roller guides.

More Convenience:

• Full size 36" in-swing rear door with interior light.
• Overhead bedroom lights and outdoor lights
• Overhead oak laundry cabinets.
• Mini blinds and window valances.
• High shower heads and bath exhaust fans.
• Oak medicine cabinets and lighted mirrors.
• 42" wide range hood with separate fan and light switch.
• Lazy susan in corner cabinets.
• Numerous electrical outlets (2 outdoor GFI recepts).
• 50 gal. dual elements quick recovery water heater
• 14.4 cu. ft. refrigerator.
• GE 30" range.

More Protection:

• Insulated water and sewer lines.
• Copper wiring with 200 amp. service.
• Electrical outlets firmly fastened to wall studs - not to sheetrock
• 1/2" and 5/8" sheetrock used throughout.
• Steel shutoff valves on all water outlets.
• Overflow returns in bathtubs and all sinks.
• Brass shutoff valve for wash machine (ball valve).
• Dead bolt locks on all outside doors.
• Fixed eaves to prevent window and siding stain.
• Formica window sills with oak trim.
• Rolled edge counter tops with seamless back splash.

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