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Moving Your Tiny Home? Here are 6 simple steps for Transportation

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Relocating a park model home requires the right preparation and knowledge. Nothing less than perfect steps is cautionary. This detailed guide outlines how to move a tiny home in simple steps for a successful relocation.

Step #1 Planning and Preparation

Permits and Regulations

  • Verify local and state regulations regarding the tiny house transport of oversized loads.
  •  Acquire necessary permits to transport a park model home. This may include oversize load permits.

Professional Help

  • Consider hiring a professional transport company specialising in moving park-model homes or mobile homes.

Step #2 Preparing the Park Model Home

Secure the Home

  • Remove or secure all loose items inside the home to prevent damage.
  • Disconnect all utilities (water, electricity, gas, sewage).
  • Check your park model home for any structural problems or damage before moving.

Preparing the Exterior

  • Detach any decks, skirting, or other additions.
  • Secure or remove exterior items such as satellite dishes, air conditioning units, and awnings.

Step #3 Loading the Home

Equipment

  • Ensure the transport company uses a trailer designed for moving park model homes.
  • Sometimes, cranes or heavy-duty jacks may be needed to lift the home onto the trailer.

Loading Process

  • Properly position the home on the trailer to ensure weight is evenly distributed.
  • Use heavy-duty straps and chains to secure the home to the trailer.

Step #4 Transporting the Home

Escort Vehicles

  • Escort vehicles (pilot cars) might be required to guide the transport depending on the size and route.

Route Planning

  • Choose a route that avoids low bridges, narrow roads, and other obstacles.
  •  Avoid transporting during adverse weather conditions.

Travel

  • Stick to speed limits and drive carefully to avoid damage.
  • Check the load regularly to ensure it remains secure during transit

Step #5 Unloading and Setup

Arriving at the Destination

  • Ensure the new location is ready for the home, and double-check the foundation, utility hookups, etc.
  • Carefully unload the home using cranes or jacks if necessary.

Step #6 Final Setup

  • Reconnect all utilities
  • Reattach any removed decks, skirting, or other additions.
  • Check the home for any damage that might have occurred during transport and make necessary repairs.

Additional Tips

  •  Ensure the transport company provides insurance coverage for the move.
  • Maintain clear communication with the transport company throughout the process.
  • Keep all paperwork, including permits and contracts, readily accessible.

Following these steps can aid in a smooth and secure move, giving your park model home a safe journey. 

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Do you need a permit to move a tiny house?

Yes, you might need a permit as most of the tiny homes are oversized loads moving or transporting them requires a permit from the Department of Transportation (DOT)

2. How much does it cost to move a tiny house?

Moving a tiny house usually costs between $1 to $4 per mile. The total cost varies based on factors such as distance, weight, size, permits, and other considerations.

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Jodi Rogers

Jodi Rogers, co-founder of Phoenix Park Models, is all about turning park model homes into big dreams. When you reach out to Phoenix, you will work directly with Jodi on creating your own park model home dream!

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