Move Your Shed Burbank · 2026 Cost Guide

Shed Moving Cost in Burbank, CA

Most Burbank shed moves cost $500–$1,500 . Below are 2026 price ranges by shed size and distance, plus what California permits add.

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Average cost to move a shed in Burbank

Small (≤ 8x10) $300–$800 Medium (10x12 – 12x16) $800–$1,500 Large (12x20+) $1,500–$3,000

Burbank (102,755 residents) is a mid-size city, so local hauling rates run about 0% above the national baseline. Home to many entertainment industry employees, sheds are often converted into workshops, studios, and home offices..

Shed Moving Cost Calculator — Burbank

1. Shed size 2. How far is it going? 3. Site access Estimated cost in Burbank, California $800–$1,500

Ballpark only. Real quotes depend on the hauler, permits, and your exact sites — most homeowners get competing quotes within 24–48 hours.

Burbank shed moving cost by size

Local Burbank-area move with normal access. Long hauls, tight lots, and cranes add to these numbers.

Shed size	Footprint	Typical Burbank cost	Size guide
8×8	64 sq ft	$350 – $900	8×8 in Burbank
8×10	80 sq ft	$400 – $1,000	8×10 in Burbank
8×12	96 sq ft	$450 – $1,100	8×12 in Burbank
10×10	100 sq ft	$500 – $1,200	10×10 in Burbank
10×12	120 sq ft	$550 – $1,400	10×12 in Burbank
10×14	140 sq ft	$600 – $1,500	10×14 in Burbank
10×16	160 sq ft	$650 – $1,700	10×16 in Burbank
12×16	192 sq ft	$750 – $1,900	12×16 in Burbank
12×20	240 sq ft	$850 – $2,200	12×20 in Burbank
12×24	288 sq ft	$950 – $2,500	12×24 in Burbank
12×32	384 sq ft	$1,100 – $3,000	12×32 in Burbank
14×24	336 sq ft	$1,200 – $3,200	14×24 in Burbank
14×32	448 sq ft	$1,400 – $3,600	14×32 in Burbank
16×32	512 sq ft	$1,600 – $4,000	16×32 in Burbank
16×40	640 sq ft	$1,900 – $4,500	16×40 in Burbank

Cost by distance from Burbank

Distance is the single biggest price driver after size. These bands assume a mid-size (10x12–12x16) building.

Same-town move in Burbank (under 15 mi) Single trip, good driveway access, no permit in most cases. $450 – $950 Across the Burbank metro (15–40 mi) Typical local haul here runs 10–25 miles. $650 – $1,400 Regional California move (40–150 mi) Longer drive time, more likely to need an oversize permit. $1,100 – $2,400 Long distance (150+ mi) Priced per loaded mile, plus permits and escorts where required. $2,000 – $4,500+

Haulers working Burbank typically route via I-5, SR 134, US 101 and Victory Boulevard. Moving is possible all year, with spring and fall offering the most pleasant working conditions..

Permit costs for a Burbank shed move

California treats a shed on a trailer as an oversize load once it exceeds 8'6" wide or 14' tall. Permits come from the Caltrans Transportation Permits and generally run $16–$250 per single-trip move. Pilot car required for loads over 12' wide on most state routes. Escort vehicles, when required, typically add $250–$600 per day on top of the haul price.

In Burbank specifically: City of Burbank Public Works and Caltrans. Primarily single-family homes on flat, grid-pattern streets, offering good but often compact access through alleys or driveways..

Your hauler pulls the permits and folds the cost into the bid, so the quotes you compare on MoveYourShed are the all-in number. See full California permit rules.

What raises or lowers your Burbank quote

Site access

Gate width, slope, soft ground, and overhead lines at both ends. California crews price extra time for tight suburban cul-de-sacs and steep coastal-range routes.

Foundation and blocking

Re-leveling on new blocks or a gravel pad is usually included; a new concrete pad is not.

Disassembly

Sheds wider than the legal limit may need the roof removed or be moved in sections, which adds labor.

Scheduling

Moving is possible all year, with spring and fall offering the most pleasant working conditions.

Backhaul luck

Haulers already running near Burbank bid lower to fill empty miles — posting early exposes your job to more of them.

Number of bids

Comparing three or more bids on the same job is the most reliable way to bring the price down.

Burbank shed moving cost FAQ

How much does it cost to move a shed in Burbank?

Most Burbank homeowners pay $500–$1,500 for a local shed move in 2026. Small sheds (8x10 and under) run $300–$800, mid-size buildings (10x12–12x16) run $800–$1,500, and 12x20 or larger buildings run $1,500–$3,000. Burbank is a mid-size city, so pricing sits about 0% above the national baseline.

What affects shed moving cost in Burbank?

Distance, shed size and weight, site access at both ends, and permits. In California the biggest local factors are tight suburban cul-de-sacs and steep coastal-range routes, plus primarily single-family homes on flat, grid-pattern streets, offering good but often compact access through alleys or driveways..

Do I need a permit to move a shed in Burbank, CA?

California requires an oversize permit once a load exceeds 8'6" wide or 14' tall. Permits are issued by the Caltrans Transportation Permits and typically cost $16–$250 for a single-trip shed move. Pilot car required for loads over 12' wide on most state routes. Locally, City of Burbank Public Works and Caltrans.

Is it cheaper to move a shed or buy a new one in Burbank?

A local move in Burbank usually costs $500–$1,500, while a comparable new building often runs several thousand dollars. Moving is almost always cheaper unless the shed is structurally unsound or the haul distance is long.

How do I get an exact price for my Burbank shed move?

Post your move on MoveYourShed with the shed size, both addresses, and access notes. Local haulers who already run Burbank send free bids so you can compare real prices instead of estimates.

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