| 3.1488.2a
Work assessment | Installer prework assessment will be conducted to determine: - Type (ventilated or unventilated, insulated or noninsulated)
- Extent of repair/replacement
- Accessibility
- Moisture and drainage
- Structural integrity of foundation (e.g., piers and supports)
- Structural integrity of perimeter rail/rim joist
- Integrity of existing skirting
support material
Support material
Typically, wooden strips that provide support over holes greater than 24" in size for less rigid air barrier materials
- Presence of infestation or pests
Problems will be corrected before skirting work begins | Ensure work space is safe and ready for repair or installation Verify scope of work |
| 3.1488.2b
Repair and installation | Manufacturer specifications will be followed when applicable No exposed wood will be left unfinished (e.g., wood to be painted, sealed, treated) If framing is required for skirting, framing will be structurally sound Skirting will be installed to allow for movement (e.g., no screws or nails directly through panels) Skirting installation will allow for expansion, contraction, and frost heaving | Match existing skirting Provide resistance from outdoor elements Limit pest access |
| 3.1488.2c
Venting | Venting will be in accordance with local climate conditions or code as required | Achieve and maintain building durability |
| 3.1488.2d
Insulated skirting | Insulated skirting may be installed where belly is inaccessible and not repairable | Reduce conductive heat loss through floor assembly |
| 3.1488.2e
Flashing | Flashing or proper caulking will be installed between skirting and manufactured home, if required by authority having jurisdiction | Prevent water penetration |
| 3.1488.2f
Materials | Like material and/or compatible materials will be used for repairs (e.g., galvanized metal, aluminum, alkaline copper quaternary treated lumber) Selected materials will be corrosion resistant | Achieve/increase durability |
| 3.1488.2g
Fasteners | Like material and/or compatible materials will be used for repairs (e.g., galvanized metal, aluminum, alkaline copper quaternary treated lumber) Fasteners will be corrosion resistant | Achieve/increase durability |
| 3.1488.2h
Structural | Existing skirting
support material
Support material
Typically, wooden strips that provide support over holes greater than 24" in size for less rigid air barrier materials
will be structurally sound and completely intact; any damaged framing will be replaced | Provide adequate support |
| 3.1488.2i
Skirting stiffener/high wind support | Skirting support (e.g., vinyl blowout rods, horizontal bracing for other types) will be placed in high-wind locations | Increase strength to resist wind loading |
| 3.1488.2j
Occupant education | Occupants will be educated on maintenance of skirting (e.g., floating panels are not tightly screwed to framing, string trimmers may damage skirting) | Increase durability |
