Mobile Home Winter Checklist

Last updated November 2026 · R & D Property Works LLC · Ira, MI · (586) 500-5181

Underneath the home

Walk the full skirting line — patch gaps, cracked panels and loose trim so wind and animals stay out.
Check the vapor barrier for tears or standing water.
Look for sagging belly wrap (bottom board) and tape or patch any holes.
Confirm vents in the skirting are open enough for airflow but screened.

Water lines & plumbing

Plug in heat tape and confirm the indicator light works before the first hard freeze.
Wrap exposed supply lines and the main riser with foam pipe insulation.
Know where your main shutoff is and that it turns freely.
Disconnect and drain garden hoses; cover outdoor spigots.
Leave a faucet dripping on nights below 10°F if lines have frozen before.

Roof, windows & doors

Inspect roof seams, vents and the edge around the chimney for cracks; re-seal or coat as needed.
Clear gutters and downspouts so ice dams don't form.
Replace worn door sweeps and weatherstripping.
Re-caulk windows where you can feel a draft.

Structure & safety

Check tie-down straps for rust or slack — tighten or replace before winter winds.
Look for doors that stick or new wall cracks (signs the home needs leveling).
Make steps and deck safe for ice: tighten railings, replace soft boards, add grip strips.
Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors; change the furnace filter.
Have the furnace serviced and keep the area around it clear.

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