Move Your Shed Great Falls · 2026 Cost Guide

Shed Moving Cost in Great Falls, MT

Most Great Falls shed moves cost $450–$1,350 . Below are 2026 price ranges by shed size and distance, plus what Montana permits add.

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Average cost to move a shed in Great Falls

Small (≤ 8x10) $275–$725 Medium (10x12 – 12x16) $725–$1,350 Large (12x20+) $1,350–$2,700

Great Falls (60,422 residents) is a small-city market, so local hauling rates run about 10% below the national baseline. Proximity to Malmstrom Air Force Base and a culture of outdoor recreation drives demand for secure storage..

Shed Moving Cost Calculator — Great Falls

1. Shed size 2. How far is it going? 3. Site access Estimated cost in Great Falls, Montana $725–$1,350

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

Great Falls shed moving cost by size

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

Shed size	Footprint	Typical Great Falls cost	Size guide
8×8	64 sq ft	$325 – $800	8×8 in Great Falls
8×10	80 sq ft	$350 – $900	8×10 in Great Falls
8×12	96 sq ft	$400 – $1,000	8×12 in Great Falls
10×10	100 sq ft	$450 – $1,075	10×10 in Great Falls
10×12	120 sq ft	$500 – $1,250	10×12 in Great Falls
10×14	140 sq ft	$550 – $1,350	10×14 in Great Falls
10×16	160 sq ft	$575 – $1,525	10×16 in Great Falls
12×16	192 sq ft	$675 – $1,700	12×16 in Great Falls
12×20	240 sq ft	$775 – $1,975	12×20 in Great Falls
12×24	288 sq ft	$850 – $2,250	12×24 in Great Falls
12×32	384 sq ft	$1,000 – $2,700	12×32 in Great Falls
14×24	336 sq ft	$1,075 – $2,875	14×24 in Great Falls
14×32	448 sq ft	$1,250 – $3,250	14×32 in Great Falls
16×32	512 sq ft	$1,450 – $3,600	16×32 in Great Falls
16×40	640 sq ft	$1,700 – $4,050	16×40 in Great Falls

Cost by distance from Great Falls

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

Same-town move in Great Falls (under 15 mi) Single trip, good driveway access, no permit in most cases. $400 – $850 Across the Great Falls metro (15–40 mi) Typical local haul here runs 15–50 miles. $575 – $1,250 Regional Montana move (40–150 mi) Longer drive time, more likely to need an oversize permit. $1,000 – $2,150 Long distance (150+ mi) Priced per loaded mile, plus permits and escorts where required. $1,800 – $4,050+

Haulers working Great Falls typically route via I-15, US-87 and US-89. Late spring through early fall (May-September) is the primary window to avoid harsh winters, snow, and frozen ground..

Permit costs for a Great Falls shed move

Montana treats a shed on a trailer as an oversize load once it exceeds 8'6" wide or 14'6" tall. Permits come from the Montana DOT and generally run $10–$100 per single-trip move. Pilot car required above 14' wide on most state routes. Escort vehicles, when required, typically add $250–$600 per day on top of the haul price.

In Great Falls specifically: City of Great Falls Public Works and MDT. Generally spacious lots and wide streets in both older and newer parts of the city provide good access..

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 Montana permit rules.

What raises or lowers your Great Falls quote

Site access

Gate width, slope, soft ground, and overhead lines at both ends. Montana crews price extra time for long mountain hauls and frequent wildlife crossings.

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

Late spring through early fall (May-September) is the primary window to avoid harsh winters, snow, and frozen ground.

Backhaul luck

Haulers already running near Great Falls 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.

Great Falls shed moving cost FAQ

How much does it cost to move a shed in Great Falls?

Most Great Falls homeowners pay $450–$1,350 for a local shed move in 2026. Small sheds (8x10 and under) run $275–$725, mid-size buildings (10x12–12x16) run $725–$1,350, and 12x20 or larger buildings run $1,350–$2,700. Great Falls is a small-city market, so pricing sits about 10% below the national baseline.

What affects shed moving cost in Great Falls?

Distance, shed size and weight, site access at both ends, and permits. In Montana the biggest local factors are long mountain hauls and frequent wildlife crossings, plus generally spacious lots and wide streets in both older and newer parts of the city provide good access..

Do I need a permit to move a shed in Great Falls, MT?

Montana requires an oversize permit once a load exceeds 8'6" wide or 14'6" tall. Permits are issued by the Montana DOT and typically cost $10–$100 for a single-trip shed move. Pilot car required above 14' wide on most state routes. Locally, City of Great Falls Public Works and MDT.

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

A local move in Great Falls usually costs $450–$1,350, 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 Great Falls shed move?

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

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Post your shed once — local haulers send free bids and quotes. No account needed, typical range $450–$1,350.

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