House Moving Edmonton
Move Your Home With Professional House Moving Services
We specialize in home lifting, relocation, structural reinforcement, and foundation preparation for homes that need a new location.
When renovation, redevelopment, or new land use requires your home to move, relocation can be a smart alternative to rebuilding. Whether you are saving a family home or preserving a structure with historical or functional value, Shield Foundation Repair delivers professional home moving services backed by experience, planning, and reliable execution.
Moving a heritage house in Edmonton
Is House Moving Right for You?
Several factors influence the feasibility of moving a house:
Favorable Conditions
- Short relocation distance.
- Clear transportation route with minimal obstacles like utility lines or trees.
- Structurally sound home suitable for lifting.
Challenging Conditions
- Long-distance moves.
- Routes with significant obstructions that are difficult to navigate.
- Homes with structural issues that complicate the moving process.
Consulting with Shield Foundation Repair can help determine if moving your home is a viable option.
Worried about cost? We offer Payment Plans
Our House Moving Process
1. Planning the House Move
Before the move begins, you will need information such as the building blueprints, the new location, and any additions you want to move along with the home. Shield Foundation Repair will visit your property to evaluate the structure and determine whether moving the house is a safe and practical option. After the assessment, we provide clear recommendations based on your home’s condition and project goals.
2. Coordinating Permits and Paperwork
House moving requires detailed planning, approvals, and documentation. Shield Foundation Repair helps manage the process by obtaining building permits for both locations, arranging road permits for transportation, coordinating inspections, and hiring any necessary subcontractors. We make the administrative work straightforward so you can focus on the bigger picture.
3. Preparing the Home for the Move
Once the permits are in place, our team prepares the structure for relocation. This includes disconnecting utilities, separating the home from its existing foundation, and removing or securing any elements that could shift during transport. Much of the work happens in this stage to ensure the home can be moved safely and efficiently.
4. Lifting the Home
Our crew excavates around the existing foundation and inserts steel beams beneath the structure. Using a unified hydraulic jacking system, we lift the home evenly and steadily from its foundation. After lifting, the home is placed onto specialized dollies that attach to a truck designed for structural relocation.
5. Transporting the Home
With the route approved and safety measures in place, the home is transported to its new location. Our team carefully navigates the move, accounting for obstacles such as road width, power lines, traffic signals, and overhead foliage. Depending on the distance and complexity, transportation may take several hours or multiple days.
6. Placing the Home on the New Foundation
When the home arrives, it is guided into position and elevated until the new foundation is ready. The structure can be lowered onto a foundation built in advance, or Shield can construct the new foundation as part of the project. Once in place, we reconnect utilities and complete any required finishing work including subfloors, basements, porches, or attached garages.
- Planning: We assess your home's structure, including any additions like garages or porches, and evaluate the new location to develop a comprehensive moving plan.
- Permits and Paperwork: We handle the necessary permits for both the current and new locations, coordinate with inspectors, and manage any required subcontractors.
- Preparation: Our team disconnects utilities and separates the home from its foundation, preparing it for the move.
- Lifting: Using a unified hydraulic jacking system, we carefully lift the home to minimize stress and prevent damage.
- Transportation: The home is transported to the new location, with our team navigating any obstacles along the route.
- Placement: Upon arrival, the home is positioned onto the new foundation, and utilities are reconnected to restore functionality.
Why Choose Shield for Your House Moving Needs?
- Safety First: We adhere strictly to North American industry standards, prioritizing the safety of your home and family.
- Comprehensive Service: From initial assessment to project completion, we handle every aspect, ensuring consistency and quality.
- Accreditation by the Better Business Bureau, Canadian Construction Association, and Alberta Construction Association.
- Shields Transferable Lifetime Warranty
- Fully licensed and bonded services.
- Locally owned and operated in Edmonton, Alberta.
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