Relocating a backyard shed (rentals, HOA, house)

[GRNDHOG]

The house we're buying has a shed. I'm interested in moving it to the corner of the yard.

Can anyone PM me some names of people/companies who do this type of work?

The shed is 10x12.5 and (obviously) is fully assembled already so I'm not sure how or if it can be moved. I'll probably need someone to come look at it.

The spot I'd like to move it to appears to have been a former site for a shed (smaller) so it appears that just a couple more pilings could be installed (or concrete pad) and could be good to go.

[BigDGeek]

What's it made of? Metal? Wood? Vinyl? If it was wood, was it built from plywood sheets or was it a custom build?

How well it it built? Not all sheds are created equal!

What kind of foundation is it on now? If it's on wood, what condition is it in? And if it IS on wood, is it just resting on beams on concrete piers or is it a wood platform made of plywood?

If it's on concrete, are you sure it's even possible to move it in one piece without the floor falling out and collapsing the whole thing?



You know you can buy a vinyl shed for around $1k at Sam's and have it delivered and assembled for another $360, right?

All you'd need then is a permit and a foundation to put it on and you'd be GTG.

Might want to balance that against the cost of moving the shed.

You also may want to check with the city to make sure that codes permit a shed to be placed where you want to put it. Just because it was code to put one there in the past doesn't mean it's code now.

[GRNDHOG]

Originally Posted by BigDGeek

What's it made of? Metal? Wood? Vinyl? If it was wood, was it built from plywood sheets or was it a custom build?

How well it it built? Not all sheds are created equal!

What kind of foundation is it on now? If it's on wood, what condition is it in? And if it IS on wood, is it just resting on beams on concrete piers or is it a wood platform made of plywood?

If it's on concrete, are you sure it's even possible to move it in one piece without the floor falling out and collapsing the whole thing?



You know you can buy a vinyl shed for around $1k at Sam's and have it delivered and assembled for another $360, right?

All you'd need then is a permit and a foundation to put it on and you'd be GTG.

Might want to balance that against the cost of moving the shed.

You also may want to check with the city to make sure that codes permit a shed to be placed where you want to put it. Just because it was code to put one there in the past doesn't mean it's code now.

Thanks BigD. It's built well enough that I'll consider moving it. It's currently on concrete piers (blocks) with the front of it supported at the ground. I'd love to get the whole thing off of the ground to help prevent it from rotting/termites. That's why I'm looking at moving it.

I'll look into codes, permits, and setbacks when appropriate. In the meantime I want someone to come and give an estimate. Preferably the guy I hire knows about permitting and such. No HOA here.

[BigDGeek]

It's certainly possible to move it; larger structures have been moved in one piece. The question will boil down to whether it's worth the money to move it vs building a new one. I can see why you want to keep it, though. Looks to be in good shape.

Best of luck and let us know what you decide!

[fearthegoat]

rent a tractor that has fork lift. Small tractor of course.

[texas_nightowl]

Originally Posted by BigDGeek

You also may want to check with the city to make sure that codes permit a shed to be placed where you want to put it. Just because it was code to put one there in the past doesn't mean it's code now.

Yeah, double check this. We are required to have our shed at least 10 ft inside our property line.

[GRNDHOG]

Thanks all!

I haven't considered renting a tractor but that's not a bad idea really.

Guess I gotta look into code compliance now. And pouring a concrete pad.

[escanlan]

Originally Posted by GRNDHOG

Thanks all!

I haven't considered renting a tractor but that's not a bad idea really.

Guess I gotta look into code compliance now. And pouring a concrete pad.

Hey GRNDHOG,

If you're planning to pour a pad then speak with a local foundation company. They can start you with referrals to sub-contractors they use. They generally have subs for all types of work needed during or after repairs. You can also search contractors that specialize in patio additions/pours. They may have a skidsteer or track loader (Bobcat Track Loader 1300-1699 lbs.) with a forklift attachment that will do the job. The only problem is getting it past the left or right side fences. Most likely though once that shed is empty it might be light enough for other methods of movement including at least partly by hand.

You can try these three foundation companies.

Perma-Pier Foundation Repair
www.permapier.com

Structured Foundation Repair
www.structuredfoundation.com

Integrated Foundation Solutions
www.ifsdfw.com

Of course if you want to have some fun United Rental rents Bobcats and can most likely have one fitted with a forklift attachment. Those Bobcats (skidsteers) are a hoot to play with!

[GRNDHOG]

Originally Posted by escanlan

Hey GRNDHOG,

If you're planning to pour a pad then speak with a local foundation company. They can start you with referrals to sub-contractors they use. They generally have subs for all types of work needed during or after repairs. You can also search contractors that specialize in patio additions/pours. They may have a skidsteer or track loader (Bobcat Track Loader 1300-1699 lbs.) with a forklift attachment that will do the job. The only problem is getting it past the left or right side fences. Most likely though once that shed is empty it might be light enough for other methods of movement including at least partly by hand.

You can try these three foundation companies.

Perma-Pier Foundation Repair
www.permapier.com

Structured Foundation Repair
www.structuredfoundation.com

Integrated Foundation Solutions
www.ifsdfw.com

Of course if you want to have some fun United Rental rents Bobcats and can most likely have one fitted with a forklift attachment. Those Bobcats (skidsteers) are a hoot to play with!

Thank you sir!

Of course, I can remove either side of the fence and get a bobcat in there. Then use that as the opportunity to replace the gate/fence on that side. Two birds, right?

[TheOverdog]

The roof on that thing looks like it's got a serious dip - I'd have whomever you are paying to move it check its stability as well. Maybe it's the photo.