Packing a shed for moving can be a daunting task, but with a little planning and organization it can be done relatively easily.
The key is to think about what you need to pack and how you can best protect your belongings. For example, fragile items should be packed securely in boxes with plenty of padding, while larger items can simply be covered with a tarp or blanket.
Once you have everything packed up, label each box clearly so that you know what goes where when you reach your new home. With a little preparation, packing up your shed for moving doesn’t have to be stressful.
Although it is not easy to move a shed to a new house, it is usually possible to do so. You will need some specialized equipment and some help, but you should be able to move your shed to your new location if you plan and prepare properly.
To protect sharp tools, wrap them in packing paper, plastic wrap, and an old towel. To keep things from getting jumbled around, bundle like items together and fill the space between boxes with wadded up packing paper or smaller towels or linens.
It is possible to move your shed with you, as opposed to starting over from scratch. With some extra assistance, a few simple tools, and a large enough truck or trailer, you can move your shed from your old home to your new one without any damage.
To bundle long-handled tools together, wrap them in a moving blanket or old towels and secure the moving blankets with tape or rope. Any sharp-edged tools like saws, shears, and hoes should be wrapped in blankets, towels, or bubble wrap.
If you can, start planning your packing strategy six weeks before you move. In the beginning, you’ll have to do prep work like decluttering, cleaning, and buying moving and packing supplies. The last two to three weeks can be used for packing.
How can you move a shed that is in the backyard? The most common methods are either moving it by hand with PVC rollers or renting a forklift truck to drive the shed from one spot to another. If you have unlimited funds, you could rent a crane that would pick up the entire structure.
You will need a few people to help you push the shed onto a flatbed lorry in order to lift it safely without dismantling it.
Many sheds are too heavy to move without a forklift. You can rent a mini forklift, but you’ll either need some experience using a forkilift or a licensed forklift operator to move it effectively.
The cost of hiring someone to move a medium-sized shed locally ranges from $200 to $500. If you have a larger shed, the cost will be higher. You can also expect to pay $1 to $3 per mile for longer distances.
Once your shed is raised enough to be able to get something underneath it, you can start to move it. Some massive sheds are better moved using a forklift, some using a dolly, and others using a crane. If you need to move the shed manually, the roll-over-pipes method is the most safe and secure.
There are three ways to move a shed: by hand with PVC rollers, by renting a forklift truck, or by renting a crane. The most common method is to move it by hand with PVC rollers.
To bundle your garden tools together, start by wrapping any long-handled tools, like rakes, brooms, shovels, and spades, in a moving blanket or old towels. Secure the moving blankets with tape or rope to keep everything in place. Finally, wrap any sharp-edged tools, like saws, shears, and hoes, in additional blankets, towels, or bubble wrap for extra protection.
To pack your tools, first remove all attachments from power tools and pack them separately in a box. Next, place hand tools in a tool box and fill the space with crushed paper. Long-handled garden tools, including mops and brooms, should be bundled together securely. Finally, use old towels to wrap and tape any sharp-edged tools.
To pack long, thin objects like brooms and rakes, fold a moving blanket and tie it shut with string. For oddly-shaped objects, like a Swiffer, create a layer of wrapping paper, bubble wrap, and packing tape.
To protect odd-shaped items, disassemble them as much as possible and place cushioning materials inside any hollow places. Protect protruding parts with bubble wrap and then wrap the entire item in packing paper, bubble wrap, or foam sheeting. Use packing tape to hold the wrapping in place.
Gather all of your rakes, shovels, brooms, and scythes together and wrap them in a moving pad. Try to make the pad into a burrito shape so that the ends are tucked in, then use packing tape to secure it shut on all sides.
To clean your lawn mower, start by getting underneath the carriage to remove all the left over grass clippings. Use a garden hose with a strong nozzle to make sure you get all the dirt and grime off of the blades. Once the blades are clean, put them back on the mower and enjoy your freshly cut lawn!
The correct way to tilt a mower is with the handlebars to the ground or turn the mower on its side, but always with the carburetor side facing upwards. This is important because if the carburetor side is facing downwards, oil may leak into the engine.
To ensure the safety of your lawnmower during shipping, follow these steps: Drain all liquids such as gas and oil into proper containers.
To secure the lawn mower on the trailer, raise and secure the ramp or gate of the trailer. Place ratchet straps on both mower axles and secure them to the bed or sides of the trailer. Attach a ratchet strap to the front of the mower and secure it to the front of the trailer. Repeat this process with a strap at the rear of the mower.
Whole tool sets are often too hefty to be transported in cardboard boxes, so plastic containers are the better option. Make sure to wrap hammers, screw drivers and other common hand tools in Mover’s Wrap before placing them in the container. Anything with a sharp blade should be wrapped.
Any garden tools with sharp edges - saws, knives, gardening shears, hoes, rakes, etc. - need to be made safe for transport. Cover their blades or sharp edges with old blankets, old towels, or a few sheets of bubble wrap and secure the protective cover with zip ties or string.
Wrap any breakable or fragile parts in bubble wrap. Box your tool using the original packaging if possible. If you don’t have the original packaging, crumple packing paper on the bottom of a small, sturdy box, place your tool inside, then pad the top with more crumpled packing paper.
If you’re taking apart an old shed, you can use a crowbar to tear down the walls. However, if you’re just taking the shed down to move it, undoing the fixtures and fittings one by one is possible and the way to go.
The complexity of moving a shed depends on various factors such as size and condition, the distance it needs to be moved, and the method used. Planning and preparing carefully will always be beneficial.
If your shed is small enough, you should be able to lift it up from the bottom with the help of a few friends. It’s your discretion how much help you need. That being said, regardless of whether your shed is plastic, metal or wooden, make sure to do the lifting with your legs, not your back, and go slowly.
If your storage shed is larger than 8×10 or 100 square feet, you will usually need a building permit. However, this is depending on the location.
If you want to move an extra-large shed or small garage across the country, it requires additional steps such as special permitting and an escort vehicle. requires additional steps such as special permitting and an escort vehicle.
Author: Jay Baxter
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