As we’ve spoken about in the past, there are any reasons why a homeowner would want to move their house structure. Here in New England we have a few scenarios that homeowners present to us when we get quote requests

Flood Prone Areas

Homes or businesses that are in coastal locations in Rhode Island, Connecticut, and Massachusetts such as Narragansett, South Kingstown, Westerly, Little Compton, Tiverton, Westport, Dartmouth, Stonington, New Haven, and Mystic may have concerns about flood plains and damage caused by high tides or erosion. While we don’t fix houses that have been damaged, here at Eastman Building Movers we CAN help before the storm and move the home away from a flood plain or rising water. 

Urban Regeneration or Zoning Changes

It frequently happens that an improvement project will cause zoning changes or a new bridge or highway must be built in an area that has been residential. We’ve read about new bridges being built on Cape Cod in Bourne and Sandwich.This is similar to when the new Sakonnet Bridge was built in Tiverton and land was needed for the expansion.  An option is for the homeowner to move the house to another lot, keeping familiar surroundings but in a new location. Sometimes, an historic building can be saved when zoning changes occur.

Foundation Failure

Foundation failure has been in the news these past couple of years. Concrete foundations in Connecticut and some parts of Massachusetts have been reported to be failing and while the building structure is sound, staying on a foundation that is crumbling will cause further damage. These crumbling foundations in towns such as Manchester, Tolland, East Lyme, and Stafford are the reason to move or lift a house and in some cases, the foundation can receive the needed repairs and the house can be re-placed on the corrected foundation.

The Building is Beautiful But The Land Is Not Optimal

A buyer finds they love their home, but  the view is less than ideal. The home can be moved to a new lot that provides the owner with everything they’ve wanted. Perhaps your dream home in East Greenwich isn’t in a peaceful area, but you found the perfect parcel of land to move the home structure to. The land can then be sold for another use or a new home.

The key to all building moves is to preserve sound buildings and save them from demolition. Call Eastman Building Movers 401-885-4216 or email info@eastmanbuildingmovers.com to have your questions answered or to start the process of moving your building.