Certification of tiny homes has been a tricky topic for years now. I’ve been skeptical of many of the certifiers because I haven’t always seen the benefit. Last week’s conversation with Jenifer Levini only increased that skepticism. But this week, I’m happy to bring you my conversation with Alex Ontiveros from Pacific West tiny homes. Pacific West has been in the certification business for a long time, and in this conversation, we’ll see if Alex can convince me whether tiny house certification is worth it. Full show notes and images at thetinyhouse.net/162In This Episode:The certification process explainedRVIA or ANSI: what qualifies for which?Egress windows and their importanceWhat is the cost of certification and what does it include?Why should a DIY builder have their tiny home certified?Materials, techniques, and systems that comply with codeDo you really need a contractor?The effect of the pandemic on the tiny house movementSupport the showListen. Subscribe. Rate. Review. Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Google Podcasts More... Follow Ethan. Mastodon (my favorite!) Instagram Pinterest Facebook Want to say 'thank you' for the show? Buy me a coffee!