Basement Services

More Than a House Moving Company: Structural Solutions for the Long Haul

With the decision to pursue house moving comes a difficult question: How do you protect your home while making a major change to its position or foundation? For many property owners, the answer isn’t clear, and the risk feels high.

At Bramwell-McKay Masonry Restoration, we understand what’s at stake. That’s why we treat house moving as a structural intervention and give it the planning, accuracy, and commitment to getting it right it requires.

When you decide to move your house, whether for a temporary structural project or relocating across town, you want to work with someone who knows the difference between moving a house and protecting a home, and all that comes with it. You want to work with the responsible stewards at Bramwell-McKay.

How Do You Know If House Moving Is Right For You?

Most people don’t consider house moving an option until something forces the issue. But it’s often a proactive decision that allows you to protect your structure, make better use of your space, or preserve something valuable for the next generation. You might be considering relocating your house if:

  • You need a basement or crawl space added beneath an existing home
  • Flooding, shifting soil, or a weakened foundation has made the current setup unstable
  • The structure has historic value, and rebuilding isn't an option
  • You’re optimizing your lot layout for a better long-term use of the land
  • Local ordinances or new development plans call for a shift

If any of these scenarios sound familiar, you’re not alone. Many of our clients come to us because they’ve reached a turning point and want to know the smartest move forward. That’s where we come in.

We walk the site, evaluate your structure, and discuss your goals in detail before any other step. Then we offer direct, experienced recommendations grounded in decades of hands-on work and our extensive knowledge so you can make an informed, pressure-free decision.

House Moving Services

Relocating a home is no small task, and our customers expect a process that respects both their structure and their peace of mind. Our approach addresses every detail before, during, and after the move, so you can feel confident in the plan right from the start. Our service includes:

Structural Assessment
Evaluating the home’s materials, load paths, and vulnerabilities.
Site Analysis
Reviewing soil stability, drainage, and surrounding features.
Project Planning and Coordination
Working alongside engineers, surveyors, and municipalities, we ensure the project has all the right experts weighing in.
Foundation Removal or Reinforcement
Prepping the home for lift-off or realignment.
Lift and Relocation
Safe, stable elevation or movement using advanced systems.
New Foundation Construction
Building a new, long-lasting base that’s stronger than what came before.
Post-Move Adjustments
Alignment, masonry touchups, or remediation work.
From the first inspection to the final touch, we approach each step with the mindset that your home is under our stewardship for the duration of the project. You count on Bramwell-McKay to meet your high expectations, and we don’t take that trust lightly.

Why Bramwell-McKay is Trusted for Structural Relocation

With more than 40 years of field experience, Bramwell-McKay is the team you call when a job gets complicated. Our house moving services aren’t standalone. They’re part of our larger commitment to structural health and responsible restoration.

We don’t just move your house from A to B. We protect what matters underneath and inside. Our deep understanding of building systems, load transfer, and historical construction makes us uniquely equipped to handle complex relocations. We bring together the right professionals, take accountability for the details, and never lose sight of the structure’s long-term well-being.

Clients trust us because we treat their home like our own, because for a while, it is.

Start the Conversation About House Moving Today

House moving doesn’t have to be daunting. With the right team, it can be the beginning of a stronger, more sustainable space. If you’re considering moving a house and need more information, reach out to Bramwell-McKay. We’ll talk you through the situation and all possible outcomes and help you understand what’s possible.