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Ok i have a single wide mobile home i am wonderin how much does it cost to turn it into a double wide and how long does it take to turn a single wide into a double wide. Also i was wonderin is it better off to just buy a double wide or just stay with a single?

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Kevin, the double wide requires a very different footing and the structure has been designed to not have  a center wall.  The double takes advantage of this layout to give you the larger rooms.  If you did pull two singles side by side the room layout would be disasterous.

I really think there is not much point in considering this project.  Look into some other version of swap.

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I can answer almost all questions related to the total construction process. My expertise is in commercial construction, though I can field most any residential question. I have hands on experience in concrete, heavy equipment, masonry, all phases of carpentry, interior finishes, and I am fairly strong in mechanical and electrical.

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I have over 20 years experience as a commercial carpenter and commercial construction superintendent. I have another 20 years experience in facility management for a major school district.

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I hold a Bachelor's degree in English and Math. I have completed many continuing education hours in the building trades. I hold a Master Carpenter card from the AGC, Associated General Contractors.

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