Moving your manufactured or mobile home isn’t as simple as securing a trailer and road-tripping across state lines. Moving in any capacity will require planning, safe packing, budgeting, and permit planning. Before you pack up your home or consider moving a mobile home across state lines, make sure you consider these elements.
1- Consider Your Budget
Before you plan anything else, you should consider the cost of moving and transporting a mobile home. The cost of home insurance, transportation, travel, permits, local lodging costs, and set-up services. Budgeting for a transport move will be cheaper than a full-service move with reconnection of utilities and securing legitimate transportation.
Moving a mobile home to a new place without hooking it up to any type of utilities can cost between $600-3,500. A full-service move that needs permits, transportation, and reconnection of plumbing and electrical will cost between $3,000 to $14,000. The cost of moving a mobile home should be considered because it is a large undertaking and sets back your current financial situation.
2- Verify State Regulations
Each state has specific regulations and laws that apply to homeowners. Before you move to a new state and transport the mobile home across state lines, check what the new state will require for mobile homes or newly constructed homes. Some states will require special permits and escorts for mobile homes. Make sure to check your current state regulations in addition to the new state.
One thing to consider with mobile homes is height and weight. Moving these large, pre-constructed homes, could pose a few challenges on roadways. Mobile homes on large trailers could hang over multiple lanes of traffic, making traffic more congested. Some states will have height, weight, and width restrictions as any homes over these sizes could damage telephone lines, bridges, tunnels, and roadways.
Moving a mobile home may require escorts by a pilot car or law enforcement official. You or your transport company will need to secure these services before moving day to ensure smooth moving.
3- Work With A Licensed Transport Company
Transport companies take a lot of the stress out of moving with a mobile home across state lines. Transport companies like D&D Home Setters can handle the loading of your mobile home, transportation, permit paperwork, and hooking up the home at a new location. Finding a trusted transport company will help protect you if there is inclement weather, accidental damage to the home, or struggles during transport.
A licensed and insured transport company will have protections in place to help cover anything that could go wrong while moving a mobile home. Choosing a reliable company eliminates the worry about failure to show up or charging you for random things before transport. Reach out to others or look at site reviews before booking your move date with a company.
4- Check Your Mobile Home For Structural Integrity
Now that the moving aspect is secure, you need to ensure that the home is secure. Mobile homes will need to be loaded onto a large trailer and moved across state lines so it needs to be stable. Inspect the mobile home for any damages or structural issues. Transport and fluctuating temperatures could exacerbate these problems and put stress on the home. Ensuring the mobile home is structurally sound will prevent the need for future repairs after your home is settled in the new space.
Your mobile home will need to meet requirements from the Department of Housing and Urban Development. These laws regulate design, strength, fire resistance, and energy efficiency. Different states will also have specific requirements (ex. Midwest state homes will need to be more wind resistant) so your home will need to meet or exceed these requirements before it can cross state lines.
5- Plan The Transportation Route
Homeowners and transportation companies need to plan the route they will take to get from point A to B. This will help each state plan for traffic delays and make you aware of any roadblocks that could prevent your home from getting through. Planning a route beforehand prevents issues like low clearance issues, construction delays, or narrow passages. While it is not possible to plan for everything that could go wrong, having a planned route will limit frustration and make all parties aware of where the mobile home will be at any given time.
6- Safely Pack Interior Items And Secure Furniture
If you have previously been living in your mobile home before moving it across state lines you will need to pack up interior items. Homeowners should secure large furniture and appliances so they don’t move during transport in addition to removing small knick-knacks or daily items before the move. Securing furniture and appliances will prevent damage to the appliances from falling and damage to your interior materials.
Transport From D&D Home Setters
D&D Home Setters can help transport mobile homes to your desired locations. Our team works to secure your mobile home and transport it safely, no matter the distance. We offer mobile home setup, mobile home repairs, site prep, demolition, and mobile home transportation. Moving a mobile home is a large process. D&D Home Setters can help you navigate the complex process with ease. Reach out to us to learn more about our transportation prices and procedures.
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