Move Your Shed Knoxville · 2026 Cost Guide

Shed Moving Cost in Knoxville, TN

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

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Average cost to move a shed in Knoxville

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

Knoxville (198,162 residents) is a mid-size city, so local hauling rates run about 0% above the national baseline. Dense East Tennessee shed-builder cluster supplies both retail delivery and resale moves.

Shed Moving Cost Calculator — Knoxville

1. Shed size 2. How far is it going? 3. Site access Estimated cost in Knoxville, Tennessee $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.

Knoxville shed moving cost by size

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

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

Cost by distance from Knoxville

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

Same-town move in Knoxville (under 15 mi) Single trip, good driveway access, no permit in most cases. $450 – $950 Across the Knoxville metro (15–40 mi) Typical local haul here runs 15–40 miles. $650 – $1,400 Regional Tennessee 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 Knoxville typically route via I-640, I-40, I-75 and US-129 toward the Smokies. Fall tourist traffic in the Smokies corridor slows routing; winter grades can ice.

Permit costs for a Knoxville shed move

Tennessee treats a shed on a trailer as an oversize load once it exceeds 8'6" wide or 13'6" tall. Permits come from the TDOT Oversize Permits and generally run $15–$120 per single-trip move. Escort required above 12' wide; Nashville has rush-hour restrictions. Escort vehicles, when required, typically add $250–$600 per day on top of the haul price.

In Knoxville specifically: City of Knoxville permitting with the TDOT oversize permit. Ridge-and-valley terrain means steep, curving driveways; a winch or dolly setup is common.

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 Tennessee permit rules.

What raises or lowers your Knoxville quote

Site access

Gate width, slope, soft ground, and overhead lines at both ends. Tennessee crews price extra time for Appalachian foothills and Cumberland-plateau grades.

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

Fall tourist traffic in the Smokies corridor slows routing; winter grades can ice

Backhaul luck

Haulers already running near Knoxville 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.

Knoxville shed moving cost FAQ

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

Most Knoxville 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. Knoxville is a mid-size city, so pricing sits about 0% above the national baseline.

What affects shed moving cost in Knoxville?

Distance, shed size and weight, site access at both ends, and permits. In Tennessee the biggest local factors are Appalachian foothills and Cumberland-plateau grades, plus ridge-and-valley terrain means steep, curving driveways; a winch or dolly setup is common.

Do I need a permit to move a shed in Knoxville, TN?

Tennessee requires an oversize permit once a load exceeds 8'6" wide or 13'6" tall. Permits are issued by the TDOT Oversize Permits and typically cost $15–$120 for a single-trip shed move. Escort required above 12' wide; Nashville has rush-hour restrictions. Locally, City of Knoxville permitting with the TDOT oversize permit.

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

A local move in Knoxville 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 Knoxville shed move?

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

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