Posted by Jim | Posted in Shed relocation | Posted on 15-10-2009
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Almost every day the question is asked “Can we move a wood shed?” The next question that follows is, “Can we disassemble the building and reassemble it?” Nuts, bolts or screws are intended to be removed. Sheds that are nailed together are not intended to be disassembled.
For moving within the yard, think about how the pyramids were made. How those huge blocks were moved from the quarry to the site of the pyramids. They used multiple logs as rollers, moving over flat and inclined surfaces.
Prior to moving the shed, remove all contents, to lighten the load and prevent possible damage. The fun part is prying the shed off the surface it’s sitting on. Leverage, is key to getting the unit off the surface. A long bar, with a strong fine edge, is needed to create the gap between the base and the surface, like a Pinch bar with a heel. If more leverage is needed simply add more length to the bar. 
In place of the logs used in the ancient times, galvanized pipe or inexpensive peeler logs, found in the garden center, will work. Take your time and finesse the building across the surface into its new location. For added strength and safety the use of straps and ratcheted pulley system is recommended. You don’t want a run away shed on your hands.
Moving outside of the yard, if there is direct access, a flat bed trailer or tow truck is the answer to mobility. Check with the Transportation Department for permits if your shed is over 8 feet wide. A crane may also be needed to get over or a round obstacles like homes and walls.
In tight residential areas relocation of sheds between properties is not an easy task. There are normally a number of obstacles in the way, be it at the current or new site or along the route. Look for wires, trees and street lights which would prevent the relocation of the shed.
Most of my clients leave the old shed behind and have a new one installed at the new location.
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