Looking for a foundation certification in Perry, MI? Describe your project once and up to three licensed engineers who work in Perry and Shiawassee County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Perry is home to about 2,129 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a growing community (+2.6% since 2020). With 819 people per sq mi, it is a semi-rural area. Manufactured homes here often need an engineer's foundation certification to be financed or refinanced.
Perry at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 2,129 (+2.6% since 2020)
- Rank in Michigan
- 243rd of 533 cities and towns
- Land area
- 2.6 sq mi
- Population density
- 819 people per sq mi (semi-rural)
- Type
- City (Perry city)
- Main county
- Shiawassee County
What to check before hiring in Perry
- License: in Michigan, the certification is signed by a professional engineer licensed in the state.
- Lender requirements: ask your lender which form or letter it accepts.
- Timing: book early: closings are often scheduled tight.
- Price drivers: home size, foundation type, travel and whether upgrades are needed.
Useful official resources
-
HUD: manufactured housing
Official information and guidance.
-
NCEES: licensure of engineers
Official information and guidance.
Services available in Perry
-
Engineer's foundation certification
Inspection and certification by a licensed engineer that the foundation meets HUD permanent foundation requirements.
-
Foundation upgrade design
Engineer's design of the upgrades needed to obtain the certification.
Frequently asked questions in Perry
How much does a foundation certification cost in Perry, MI?
It depends on the home, the foundation and travel. Describe the home: engineers who serve Perry reply with a quote.
How long does it take?
Often a visit within days and the letter shortly after.
Can an existing certification be used?
Often, if the lender accepts it and nothing has changed.
Which licensed engineers will contact me?
Up to three independent licensed engineers who serve Perry and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.