Move Your Shed Yakima · 2026 Cost Guide

Shed Moving Cost in Yakima, WA

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

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Average cost to move a shed in Yakima

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

Yakima (96,750 residents) is a small-city market, so local hauling rates run about 10% below the national baseline. Agricultural demand keeps larger equipment and produce-storage buildings a big share of local volume.

Shed Moving Cost Calculator — Yakima

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

Yakima shed moving cost by size

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

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

Cost by distance from Yakima

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

Same-town move in Yakima (under 15 mi) Single trip, good driveway access, no permit in most cases. $400 – $850 Across the Yakima metro (15–40 mi) Typical local haul here runs 12–40 miles. $575 – $1,250 Regional Washington 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 Yakima typically route via I-82, US-12, US-97 and Highway 24. March through November; Cascade pass closures affect westside hauls.

Permit costs for a Yakima shed move

Washington treats a shed on a trailer as an oversize load once it exceeds 8'6" wide or 14' tall. Permits come from the WSDOT Commercial Vehicle Services and generally run $15–$200 per single-trip move. Pilot car above 12' wide on most state routes. Escort vehicles, when required, typically add $250–$600 per day on top of the haul price.

In Yakima specifically: City of Yakima permitting with the WSDOT oversize permit. Orchard and vineyard access is open and firm; canyon routes are narrow.

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 Washington permit rules.

What raises or lowers your Yakima quote

Site access

Gate width, slope, soft ground, and overhead lines at both ends. Washington crews price extra time for Cascade passes and dense Puget Sound suburban grids.

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

March through November; Cascade pass closures affect westside hauls

Backhaul luck

Haulers already running near Yakima 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.

Yakima shed moving cost FAQ

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

Most Yakima 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. Yakima is a small-city market, so pricing sits about 10% below the national baseline.

What affects shed moving cost in Yakima?

Distance, shed size and weight, site access at both ends, and permits. In Washington the biggest local factors are Cascade passes and dense Puget Sound suburban grids, plus orchard and vineyard access is open and firm; canyon routes are narrow.

Do I need a permit to move a shed in Yakima, WA?

Washington requires an oversize permit once a load exceeds 8'6" wide or 14' tall. Permits are issued by the WSDOT Commercial Vehicle Services and typically cost $15–$200 for a single-trip shed move. Pilot car above 12' wide on most state routes. Locally, City of Yakima permitting with the WSDOT oversize permit.

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

A local move in Yakima 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 Yakima shed move?

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

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