Se Habla Español
Building Process

The details that make Jacobsen quality impeccable.

Choosing the right home often comes down to which builder is willing to go above and beyond. For Jacobsen Homes, "above and beyond" lives in the details. Here are the twenty construction steps that go into every manufactured home we sell — from the shingles on the roof to the steel I-beam on the chassis.

  1. 1

    Fiberglass Shingle Roof

    Each shingle is attached with six fasteners and backed by a 20-year limited warranty.

  2. 2

    Asphalt Laminated Reinforced Shingle Underlayment

    Installed in addition to a layer of 15-lb roofing felt for double protection.

  3. 3

    Oriented Strand Board Roof Sheathing

    Engineered to resist racking and shape distortion under high wind loads.

  4. 4

    Truss Roof Rafter System

    Double rafters within 3' of the front and rear, approved for hurricane zones I, II & III. Solid one-piece structural center beams add stability against high winds.

  5. 5

    Blown Cellulose Ceiling Insulation

    Fire-retardant and formaldehyde-free for a safer, quieter home.

  6. 6

    Insulated Flex-Duct System

    Fiber-reinforced mastic-sealed airtight flex-duct system with sealed interior risers insulated with fiberglass.

  7. 7

    Ventilated Roof Cavity

    Paired with a whole-house ventilation system to keep air fresh and dry.

  8. 8

    Vinyl Lap Siding

    50-year limited warranty — won't dent, rot, chip or corrode.

  9. 9

    3/8" Structural Sheathing Under Lap Siding

    Adds strength and extra insulation to the walls for a more comfortable daily life.

  10. 10

    Fiberglass Exterior Wall Insulation

    Specified for maximum energy efficiency in Florida's climate.

  11. 11

    2" x 6" Exterior Walls

    With 26-gauge uplift straps attached to the floor and rafters — top-of-the-line structural integrity.

  12. 12

    2" x 4" Interior Walls

    Painted gypsum board for high-quality structure without compromising on design.

  13. 13

    Double Marriage Walls

    Walls from each side of the home join together at the center line, forming a double wall for superior structural stability.

  14. 14

    Painted Gypsum Interior Walls

    Or optional painted tape-and-textured walls to suit your design preferences.

  15. 15

    Oriented Strand Board Floor Decking

    Langboard OSB comes with a 10-year limited warranty against delamination.

  16. 16

    Fiberglass Blanket Floor Insulation

    A one-piece blanket of insulation covers each section for the best possible energy efficiency.

  17. 17

    Transverse Floor Construction

    Tongue-and-groove floor decking creates a structurally sound deck with ease.

  18. 18

    Reinforced Polyvinyl Bottom Board

    Helps eliminate moisture infiltration and air seepage from below.

  19. 19

    Solid Steel I-Beam

    With a steel front header frame member, your home gains added long-term stability.

  20. 20

    Tie-Down Connectors

    Vertical, horizontal and frame tie-down connectors add security and strength.

See it in person.

Walk our model homes at our Haines City lot and see these construction details up close.