How to haul a shed?
Summary
Moving a shed can be accomplished in several ways, depending on the shed's size, construction, and the distance it needs to be moved. Some forum users recommend using machinery such as a telescoping forklift or a walk-behind bobcat, while others describe methods involving winches, straps, and even a bit of manpower. Before moving, it's important to consider factors such as the shed's construction, the terrain, and whether permits are required. Safety and careful planning are key to a successful shed relocation.
Here's what our forum users are saying about how to haul a shed:
- For larger sheds, hiring professionals might be the best option. One user hired a heavy-haul company to move a 12x18 shed 50 miles, including a pilot car and CHP permit. They used a 10k lb Dyna-lift and a low-bed for the move. "I just moved a 12x18 two months ago...I hired a heavy-haul company, and picked it with my 10k lb Dyna-lift, set it on the low-bed, and moved it 50 miles, pilot car and CHP permit, everything." -- Seven-Delta-FortyOne, Contractortalk.com
- For shorter distances and smaller sheds, some users have had success with DIY methods. One user moved a 12x12 shed 30 feet by adding X bracing inside to hold it square and using 2x4s on the ground to winch it inch by inch. "I moved a 12 x12 30 feet across the yard in back. started out adding X bracing inside building about 2' up from bottom plates to hold the shed square while I moved it. just used 2x4x16' laid on ground and winched shed inch by inch with winch hooked to bumper and actually pulled some with bumper of truck." -- hand drive, DIYchatroom.com
- Another user used a dingo with forks to lift and drag the shed, using ratchet straps to secure it. "I did it by getting a set of forks for a dingo, and lifting up the rear and dragging it backwards. In order to keep the forks under the skid, I had to use 2, 4inch wide ratchet straps going around the entire shed." -- White Gardens, Lawnsite.com
- One user moved a shed 4 miles with family help, taking about 3 hours and avoiding damage or injuries. 1idejim, Lawnsite.com
- When using machinery, it might be necessary to secure the shed to the equipment. "I would recommend a telescoping forklift. But you'll probably have to strap it in order to pick it." -- Seven-Delta-FortyOne, Contractortalk.com
Post Mentions
- I just moved a 12x18 two months ago. Unlike some others, (:laughing:), I hired a heavy-haul company, and picked it with my 10k lb Dyna-lift, set it on the low-bed, and moved it 50 miles, pilot car and CHP permit, everything. This one has a structural ridge beam, and is heavy, (for a shed)...
- I moved a 12 x12 30 feet across the yard in back. started out adding X bracing inside building about 2' up from bottom plates to hold the shed square while I moved it. just used 2x4x16' laid on ground and winched shed inch by inch with winch hooked to bumper and actually pulled some with bumper...
- I did it by getting a set of forks for a dingo, and lifting up the rear and dragging it backwards. In order to keep the forks under the skid, I had to use 2, 4inch wide ratchet straps going around the entire shed. Luckily I just a broke a small section on the trim when the strap pulled tight. As...
- this took us about 3 hrs to move the shed about 4 miles, my dad, brother-in-law, my nephew and my grandson. in spite of all that family, we got something done without damage or injuries. :laugh:
- i have a job were we have to move a 10x12 shed all wood over about 15' i was going to use a walkbehind bobcat cause its all that will fit back into the area. But was wondering on the best way to slide it over.
- How do I go about moving an 8X8 stick built shed? It merely sits on top of four concrete deck pillars and I need to move it (preferably in one piece) about 15 feet or so. The area that I am moving it to is also on a slight incline. Any help is appreciated. Thanks.
- i'll show some pics of a shed we moved from one ranch to another......
- thats what i was kind of thinking of doing and using the dingo or if can hook a come along some were and just roll it. thanks for your help probably am going to end up going that route.
- lot's of way to move shed. maybe a little info would be nice. As i can't see the shed or where you want to be moved? post more for more
- Daniel is a poet as well as a fine resource.....:) I once had a shed, it was painted red and I wanted to move it to the west 40 ft he claimed in the western direction to head Not knowing how to move it the best More tomorrow Mark
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