A Guide to Moving Your Static Caravan Safely and Efficiently

Owning a static caravan is great, making family holidays easy and giving you a weekend escape to enjoy year-round. However, after a while, you may get bored of having your caravan in the same location and want to switch it up. This means you’ll have to consider heavy haulage transport and how to safely get your static caravan to its new and exciting location. While it is a challenge logistically, with the right heavy haulage transport company, it is easy.

Here’s what you need to know about moving your static caravan.

Preparation

The first thing you need to do to prepare for your move is to evaluate the size, weight, and condition of your static caravan to decide which transportation is required and how much it will cost. You’ll next need to plan the destination and ensure you have a plot that is ready to receive the caravan. You should check access routes, ground conditions and if there is space for manoeuvring and placement. Depending on where you are moving the caravan you may need to check with local authorities for any permits or permissions required for moving the caravan.

Select a heavy haulage transporter

When seeking a quality heavy haulage company, look for companies with experience in moving static caravans, lodges or twin units. You can check their reviews and testimonials and ask about insurance coverage. If you are unsure which to choose, ask for quotes and make sure they include all potential costs including escort vehicles and additional equipment. They will need heavy-duty tow trucks and flatbed trailers.

Costs and insurance

To determine the cost of the move, will be dependent on the distance travelled, the size and the weight of the caravan as well as any other special transportation requirements. You will also need to make sure you have transport insurance to cover your caravan. This might be provided by the heavy haulage company but you should still check the liability insurance to see which damages are covered during the move. Review your static caravan insurance policy to ensure it covers the caravan during the relocation process.

For heavy haulage transport, you can trust, use Nick Sampson. We offer a range of heavy haulage including crane transport and other plant haulage. To discuss your requirements and get a quote for your heavy haulage transport, get in touch with our team today.