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Mobile Home Movers in California: Permits, Costs and Free Quotes

We are mobile home movers serving all of California. We handle the route, the Caltrans permit and the move for single-wide and double-wide homes, from Los Angeles to Sacramento and the Central Valley. Tell us where your home is and get a free quote.

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California caps a mobile home move at 16 feet wide, including eaves, and a single-trip Caltrans permit costs $16. Caltrans issues manufactured home permits only to licensed dealers, manufacturers and haulers. A single-wide typically costs $3,500 to $6,500 to move and a double-wide $7,500 to $13,500, for a move of about an hour.

California manufactured home permits

Caltrans sets the limits for moving a manufactured home on state roads. This is a summary of its published rules.

Item	What to expect
Single-trip permit	$16, valid 7 consecutive days, one origin to one destination
Who can get one	Licensed dealers, manufacturers and haulers only
Maximum width	16 feet including eaves; no hardship program
Maximum length	80 feet including the tongue
Over 14 feet wide	Extra certifications from the manufacturer, dealer and transporter
Tow vehicle	At least 6,500 lb tractor up to 12 ft wide; at least 9,500 lb above 12 ft

Fees and rules change. Confirm them with Caltrans Transportation Permits.

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What we handle

The Caltrans single-trip permit
Pilot cars and CHP escorts when the permit requires them
Metro curfews and route planning
Weather and holiday timing

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Escorts and curfews in California

Rule	What to expect
Pilot cars	Set by the permit, using Caltrans pilot car maps and special conditions
CHP escort	Required on some permits; the permit holder schedules it with the CHP
Over 10 feet wide	Curfews in the Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego and San Francisco metro areas
Holidays	Holiday travel can be limited by permit special conditions

The exact escort count depends on the width and the route, so we read the permit before we set a date.

California paperwork before the move

I could not confirm every county or state step from published sources, so check these before you book a date. California regulates mobile homes through the Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD), and the county collects property taxes on some homes.

Ask your county tax collector whether taxes are owed before the home moves
Ask HCD or your park whether the home has current registration
Ask your destination city or county about a placement permit

See our permits guide.

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Where we move homes

Los AngelesSan DiegoSacramentoFresnoBakersfieldRiversideSan BernardinoStocktonModestoReddingSanta RosaPalm Springs

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The California moving timeline

Four stages from quote to set-up.

Quote and route

Tell us the pickup and delivery addresses and the size of your home.

County and park check

You confirm taxes, registration and any park or city approval.

Caltrans permit and escorts

We get the permit and arrange pilot cars or CHP where required.

Move and set-up

The home moves inside the permit window and is blocked, leveled and tied down.

What a mobile home move costs in California

A single-wide typically costs $3,500 to $6,500 to move, and a double-wide $7,500 to $13,500, for a move of about an hour. Most single-wides move within 24 hours, and double-wides within 24 to 48 hours.

Width. Homes over 12 feet wide need a heavier tractor and more escort planning.
Metro curfews. Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego and San Francisco limit wide loads by time.
Distance. California is long, and miles add up.
Site work. Clearing a lot, tie-down and hookups are priced separately.

Ranges reviewed October 2026.

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Moving into or out of California

An interstate move needs a permit from each state on the route. If your home is leaving or arriving from a neighboring state, see the rules there.

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California mobile home moving FAQ

Short answers to the questions we hear most about moving a home in California.

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Do I need a permit to move a mobile home in California?

Yes. Caltrans issues a single-trip permit for a manufactured home. They go only to licensed dealers, manufacturers and haulers, so we apply for it and plan the route.

How much is a California manufactured home permit?

Caltrans lists $16 for a single trip, valid 7 consecutive days. Fees can change.

How wide can a mobile home be in California?

Up to 16 feet including eaves. Caltrans has no hardship program above that.

Do mobile homes need escorts in California?

Often. The permit sets pilot cars and any CHP escort by width and route.

Are there time limits in California cities?

Yes. Loads over 10 feet wide face curfews in the Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego and San Francisco areas.

Can I move my own mobile home in California?

The permit goes only to licensed dealers, manufacturers and haulers, so a homeowner generally cannot pull it alone.

How much does it cost to move a mobile home in California?

A single-wide typically costs $3,500 to $6,500 and a double-wide $7,500 to $13,500 for a move of about an hour. Distance, escorts, permits and site work change the final price.

Do you serve my California town?

We move homes across all of California. Give us your pickup and delivery addresses in the quote form.

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