🏗️ Moving a Tiny Home: A Complete Guide to Relocating Your Small House
With the rise of the tiny home movement, more people are choosing minimalist, mobile living. But what happens when you need to move your tiny house to a new location? Whether it’s on wheels, skids, or a foundation, relocating a small home comes with unique challenges.
This guide covers everything you need to know about moving a tiny home, from legal requirements to transport logistics, costs, and best moving practices.
📌 Table of Contents
- 🚚 Types of Tiny Homes & How They Move
- 📜 Legal Considerations & Permits
- 📦 How to Prepare a Tiny Home for Transport
- 💰 Cost of Moving a Tiny Home
- 🔧 Best Equipment for Moving a Tiny Home
- 🏕️ Finding a New Location & Setting Up
- ✅ Final Moving Checklist
- 📞 Get Professional Help for Your Tiny Home Move
🚚 Types of Tiny Homes & How They Move
Not all tiny houses are created equal. Some are easier to move than others.
🏠 Tiny Homes on Wheels (THOWs) – Built on trailers, these can be towed by a truck and are the easiest to move.
🏡 Tiny Homes on Skids – Built on a flat surface, these require special equipment for transport.
🏗️ Tiny Homes on Foundations – These require cranes and specialist relocation services to move.
📊 Tiny Home Moving Difficulty Scale
| Tiny Home Type | Ease of Moving | Cost to Move | Requires Special Equipment? |
|---|---|---|---|
| On Wheels | ✅✅✅ (Easy) | 💰 (Lower) | ❌ (No) |
| On Skids | ✅✅ (Moderate) | 💰💰 (Medium) | ✅ (Yes) |
| On Foundation | ✅ (Difficult) | 💰💰💰 (High) | ✅✅ (Yes, Crane Needed) |
📜 Legal Considerations & Permits
Before you move, check local laws. Some areas require:
✔️ Towing Permits – For oversized loads (wider than 2.5m).
✔️ Zoning Laws – Ensure your new location allows tiny homes.
✔️ Insurance & Road Safety – Make sure your home is road-legal.
💡 Tip: If your tiny home is over 3.5 tonnes, you may need HGV transport services.
📦 How to Prepare a Tiny Home for Transport
A moving tiny home is like moving a house and a vehicle combined. Follow these steps:
✅ Secure Loose Items – Everything inside should be fastened.
✅ Check Weight Distribution – Uneven weight can cause instability.
✅ Disconnect Utilities – Ensure water, gas, and electricity are off.
✅ Protect Windows & Doors – Use protective wrapping.
✅ Check Tire & Hitch Condition (if on wheels).
💰 Cost of Moving a Tiny Home
Moving costs depend on distance, size, and transport type.
📊 Tiny Home Moving Cost Estimates
| Move Type | Average Cost (UK) |
|---|---|
| Short Distance (Under 50 miles) | £500 – £1,500 |
| Medium Distance (50-200 miles) | £1,500 – £3,000 |
| Long Distance (200+ miles) | £3,000 – £7,000 |
🚨 Additional Costs to Consider:
- Ferry transport (if moving to an island)
- Temporary storage fees
- Specialist lifting equipment
🔧 Best Equipment for Moving a Tiny Home
If you’re moving the tiny home yourself, you’ll need:
🛻 Heavy-Duty Truck – For towing tiny homes on wheels.
⚙️ Trailer Hitch & Stabilisers – For balance and smooth transport.
🛠️ Straps & Tie-Downs – To secure the structure.
🏗️ Cranes & Lifting Equipment – If moving from a foundation.
📍 Where to Buy or Rent Equipment:
🔗 MNM Removals Packaging Shop – Get moving supplies for securing your tiny home.
🏕️ Finding a New Location & Setting Up
Before arriving at your new tiny home site, check:
✔️ Access Roads & Entry Points – Some sites don’t allow large vehicles.
✔️ Land Regulations – Private landowners may require planning permission.
✔️ Utility Connections – Does your new site have power, water, and waste disposal?
📍 Top Tiny Home Locations in the UK
| Location | Best For | Avg. Land Cost (Per Acre) |
|---|---|---|
| Cornwall | Coastal living | £20,000 – £50,000 |
| Lake District | Nature & hiking | £30,000 – £70,000 |
| Scottish Highlands | Off-grid living | £10,000 – £40,000 |
✅ Final Moving Checklist
🔲 Book a specialist moving company for tiny homes
🔲 Secure permits & insurance
🔲 Prepare & pack your tiny home
🔲 Arrange for utility disconnection & reconnection
🔲 Ensure a smooth entry to the new location
📞 Get Professional Help for Your Tiny Home Move
Moving a tiny home is not a standard removal – it requires expertise.
📲 Need help? Contact MNM Removals Page:
📧 Email: contact@mnmremovals.co.uk
📞 Call: 0800 0025543
🔗 Visit: MNM Removals Website
💡 Did you find this guide useful? Share your tiny home moving experience in the comments! 🚛🏡
