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Q:
What do we need to know before we get
started?
A:
Your
first step is to assess what your needs are. Do you need a building
raised, moved or are you wanting to buy a building? Next is to find out
from your local municipality what their regulations are regarding the
work you need done. You can then contact us and we can give you some
preliminary information and pricing. With all this information, you can
then assess whether this is a project you want to continue with. At this
point we will do some site visits and discuss with you exactly what your
needs are and quote a firm price.
Q:
Do we need a moving or building permit?
A: The
moving permit is obtained by us, but you will require a building permit,
a development permit or both. Again contact you local municipalities
building dept. for their regulations.
Q: How
do you know what can be moved and what can’t?
A: There
are few physical limitations to what can be moved, only financial.
Almost any building can be moved, but not all are feasible to move. The
best answer is to contact us and we will give you our professional
opinion.
Q: Are
there any additional costs that could be incurred?
A:
Yes. The most common is line raising expenses. If the
building is over approximately 17'8" loaded; power, telephone and
cable companies may need to become involved. Each move is assessed and
you would be told if there would be any costs over and above the move
price.
Q: What
kind of prep work is required to do prior to it being moved?
A:
Generally speaking, you must have all services
disconnected, clean and strip out the basement/crawlspace of the house,
including the chimney. The new excavation must be completed and in most
cases the foundation ready. There could be some other requirements, but
after assessing your job we would provide you with a written quotation
and list of all your responsibilities.
Q:
Does
the distance of the move affect the cost?
A:
Not always. The majority of the work is in the loading
and unloading of the building.
Q: How
long does it take to move a building?
A:
An average building of 1200 square feet, will usually
take 2 - 3 days from start to finish
Q: What
damage can be expected when a building is lifted or moved?
A:
There will be minor cracks in the drywall. If there is
lathe and plaster in the building it will probably crack more than
drywall.
Q: Would
my building move be insured against excess damage or liability claims?
A:
Yes. We carry liability insurance as well as cargo and of
course vehicle insurance. We can have a certificate of insurance showing
our coverages and limits, forwarded at your request.
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