Move Your Shed Shreveport · 2026 Cost Guide

Shed Moving Cost in Shreveport, LA

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

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Average cost to move a shed in Shreveport

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

Shreveport (177,959 residents) is a mid-size city, so local hauling rates run about 0% above the national baseline. Ark-La-Tex crossroads — many moves cross into Texas or Arkansas and need a second permit.

Shed Moving Cost Calculator — Shreveport

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

Shreveport shed moving cost by size

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

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

Cost by distance from Shreveport

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

Same-town move in Shreveport (under 15 mi) Single trip, good driveway access, no permit in most cases. $450 – $950 Across the Shreveport metro (15–40 mi) Typical local haul here runs 12–35 miles. $650 – $1,400 Regional Louisiana 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 Shreveport typically route via I-220, I-20, I-49 and Highway 3132. Year-round; heavy clay stays soft for days after rain.

Permit costs for a Shreveport shed move

Louisiana treats a shed on a trailer as an oversize load once it exceeds 8'6" wide or 14' tall. Permits come from the Louisiana DOTD and generally run $10–$100 per single-trip move. Bridge surveys often required for taller sheds. Escort vehicles, when required, typically add $250–$600 per day on top of the haul price.

In Shreveport specifically: City of Shreveport permitting with the LaDOTD oversize permit. Bossier and south Shreveport subdivisions are open; older Highland streets are narrow with canopy.

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 Louisiana permit rules.

What raises or lowers your Shreveport quote

Site access

Gate width, slope, soft ground, and overhead lines at both ends. Louisiana crews price extra time for low-lying bayou bridges with strict weight ratings.

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

Year-round; heavy clay stays soft for days after rain

Backhaul luck

Haulers already running near Shreveport 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.

Shreveport shed moving cost FAQ

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

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

What affects shed moving cost in Shreveport?

Distance, shed size and weight, site access at both ends, and permits. In Louisiana the biggest local factors are low-lying bayou bridges with strict weight ratings, plus bossier and south shreveport subdivisions are open; older highland streets are narrow with canopy.

Do I need a permit to move a shed in Shreveport, LA?

Louisiana requires an oversize permit once a load exceeds 8'6" wide or 14' tall. Permits are issued by the Louisiana DOTD and typically cost $10–$100 for a single-trip shed move. Bridge surveys often required for taller sheds. Locally, City of Shreveport permitting with the LaDOTD oversize permit.

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

A local move in Shreveport 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 Shreveport shed move?

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

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