Iowa mobile home movers since 2012
Mobile Home Movers in Dubuque and Across Iowa: Transport, Permits and Setup
From Dubuque, Dyersville and Peosta to Cedar Rapids, the Quad Cities and Des Moines, our own crews move single-wide, double-wide and modular homes across Iowa. We’re licensed, bonded and insured, our installers are Iowa certified, and we handle the permits and the full setup.
Moving out of state? We’re mobile home movers nationwide, too.
- Iowa certified installers
- Licensed, bonded and insured
- Moving homes since 2012
- Iowa DOT permits handled
- Free, no-obligation quotes
At a glance
Moving a Mobile Home in Iowa at a Glance
The Iowa basics, in four lines.
- $2,000–$15,000What most of our moves cost, depending on home size, distance and setup.
- Tax clearanceThe county treasurer must confirm taxes are paid before the home moves.
- Certified installerIowa requires a certified installer on site for every setup.
- One crewTeardown, transport and certified setup by the same crew.
Our services
Mobile Home Moving Services in Dubuque and Iowa
Everything it takes to move a manufactured home in Iowa, handled by one licensed crew.
Single-wide moving
Local and long-distance moves for single-section homes. See our single-wide transport checklist.
Double- and triple-wide moving
We split, haul and rejoin multi-section homes. Here’s what goes into moving a double-wide.
Certified installation
Setup supervised by Iowa certified manufactured housing installers. Learn why setup matters.
Permits and paperwork
Iowa DOT oversize permits, plus help with the tax clearance and the county paperwork. See how we handle moving permits.
Teardown and prep
Utilities disconnected, skirting, steps and decks removed and secured.
Utility hookups and skirting
Water, sewer and electric reconnected and skirting reinstalled.
Temporary storage
A safe place for your home if the new site isn’t ready yet.
Park-to-park moves
Moving between mobilehome parks? We coordinate access, timing and setup rules with both parks.
Know the rules
Iowa Rules for Moving a Mobile Home
Four Iowa requirements shape every move. Here’s what they are and who handles each one.
Tax clearance statement
Under Iowa Code § 435.24, a tax clearance statement from the treasurer of the county where the home sits is needed before it’s moved. It shows taxes are paid for past years and the current period, and it’s issued in the owner’s name.
Report the new site
The same law requires the owner to give the county treasurer the home’s new address, township and school district when it moves. Moving to another county? The treasurer forwards the clearance there.
Certified installer
Under 481 IAC 325.2, at least one certified manufactured housing installer must be on site and supervising the installation. Owners can set up their own primary residence, but the work still has to be inspected and certified. Our installers are certified.
Iowa DOT oversize permit
Under 761 IAC 511.7, mobile homes can move on Iowa DOT oversize permits up to 16 feet wide. Wider homes come with route limits, and the widest need trip routes from the DOT’s Motor Vehicle Division. We get the permit.
Iowa paperwork
Who Does What in an Iowa Move
In Iowa, the tax clearance comes first. Here’s the split.
1. Pay the taxes
Pay past and current-period taxes on the home with the county treasurer.
2. Tax clearance
Get the tax clearance statement in your name and report the new address. We’ll tell you what to ask for.
3. We get the permit
The Iowa DOT oversize permit and any route approvals.
4. Certified setup
Our certified installers set the home at the new site.
Our process
How We Move Your Home in Iowa
One licensed crew from start to finish, so nothing falls between contractors.
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Free quote
Tell us your home size, year, where it is and where it’s going. We price the whole job.
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Permits
Once the tax clearance is done, we get the Iowa DOT permit and plan the route.
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Teardown and prep
We disconnect utilities, remove skirting and attachments, split multi-section homes and secure everything.
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Transport
Our trucks and drivers move your home, with escort vehicles where the permit calls for them.
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Certified installation
We set, level and anchor the home, rejoin sections and reconnect utilities.
Getting ready? Use our mobile home moving checklist.
Pricing
How Much Does It Cost to Move a Mobile Home in Iowa?
Most of our moves cost between $2,000 and $15,000. For an Iowa move, the price mostly depends on:
- Home size: double- and triple-wides need more trucks and a split and rejoin.
- Distance: across Dubuque County costs less than Dubuque to Des Moines, or out of state.
- Permits and escorts: Iowa DOT permits and route limits for wider homes.
- Site access: Dubuque’s steep hills, rural lots and winter conditions.
- Setup scope: blocking, leveling, anchoring, utilities and skirting.
For a full breakdown, read our mobile home moving cost guide.
Typical cost
$2,000–$15,000
Your quote is free and covers the whole job, so there are no surprise charges on moving day.
Areas we serve
Areas We Serve in Iowa
We move homes from Dubuque across all of Iowa.
Dubuque and Northeast Iowa
Mobile home movers for Dubuque, Dyersville, Peosta and Maquoketa. Steep river-bluff streets need careful planning.
Cedar Rapids and Iowa City
Cedar Rapids, Marion, Iowa City and Coralville. Busy corridors and university-town traffic.
Quad Cities and the River
Davenport, Bettendorf, Clinton and Muscatine. Bridges and river routes.
Des Moines and Central Iowa
Des Moines, Ankeny, Ames and Marshalltown. Growing suburbs and new parks.
Northern and Western Iowa
Waterloo, Mason City, Sioux City and Council Bluffs. Long hauls across farm country.
Interstate moves
Moving a Mobile Home Into or Out of Iowa
Dubuque sits right on the Illinois and Wisconsin lines. Every state on the route has its own permits, and we handle them all.
Compare
Choosing a Mobile Home Mover in Dubuque
| Mobile Home Moving Companies | Moving broker | Local hauler | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Who moves your home | Our own crew | A subcontractor you’ve never met | The hauler |
| Iowa certified installer | Yes | Depends on the subcontractor | Rarely |
| Tax clearance help and DOT permits | Yes | Varies | Often left to you |
| Setup included | Yes, full setup | Usually extra | Rarely |
| One point of contact | Yes | No | Yes |
Our work
Our Crews at Work
From delivery to the final setup.
One of our trucks and an escort vehicle on the road
A single-wide set on blocks
A double-wide delivered to its new site
FAQ
Dubuque and Iowa Mobile Home Moving FAQs
Do I need a permit to move a mobile home in Iowa?
Yes. You need a tax clearance statement from the county treasurer before the home moves, and homes wider than legal limits travel on an Iowa DOT oversize permit. We get the DOT permit.
Do I have to pay taxes before moving a mobile home in Iowa?
Yes. The treasurer of the county where the home sits issues the tax clearance only once taxes are paid for past years and the current period.
Do I need to tell the county where my mobile home is going?
Yes. Iowa law requires the owner to give the county treasurer the new address, township and school district. If the home moves to another county, the treasurer forwards the clearance there.
Who can install a manufactured home in Iowa?
A certified manufactured housing installer must be on site and supervising the installation. Our installers are Iowa certified.
Can I set up my own mobile home in Iowa?
If it’s your primary residence, yes. The work must still be inspected, and a state-certified installer has to certify that it meets Iowa’s rules.
How much does it cost to move a mobile home in Iowa?
Most of our moves cost $2,000 to $15,000. The price depends on home size, distance, permits and escorts, site access and how much setup you need. Your quote is free.
Do you move mobile homes in Dubuque?
Yes. We move manufactured homes around Dubuque, Dyersville, Peosta and Maquoketa, and across all of Iowa.
Can you move my home into or out of Iowa?
Yes. We move homes between Iowa and Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota and beyond, and we get the permits for every state on the route.
Free quote
Get Your Free Iowa Mobile Home Moving Quote
Tell us about your home and where it’s going. We’ll reply with a full price for the whole job.
- Iowa certified installers
- Permits, transport and setup in one price
- Moving homes since 2012
Prefer to talk it through first? Contact our team.