Mobile Home Movers Directory

North Carolina · updated Nov 10, 2026

Mobile home movers in North Carolina

We list 143 mobile home movers and installers in North Carolina: 143 with an active FMCSA USDOT registration for mobile home cargo. Every listing shows its USDOT or license number and a link to check it on the official record.

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How to move a mobile home in North Carolina: permits, taxes and setup

In North Carolina a mobile home can't be moved from its site without a tax permit from the county tax collector, displayed near the rear tag during the move.

  1. County tax permit

    It is unlawful for anyone other than a manufacturer or retailer to move a mobile home from its site without first getting a tax permit from the tax collector of the county where it sits. The permit must be displayed near the license tag on the rear during transport.

    Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. 105-316.1 (checked Nov 10, 2026)

  2. Who is responsible

    Manufacturers, retailers and licensed carriers don't have to get the permit themselves, but anyone transporting the home is responsible for making sure the tag and any required tax permit are displayed.

    Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. 105-316.1 (checked Nov 10, 2026)

Oversize permit officeNorth Carolina oversize/overweight permits
Phone: 1-888-221-8166 (FHWA permit contacts)
Installer licensingNorth Carolina Office of the State Fire Marshal, Manufactured Building Division is the state agency HUD lists for manufactured housing in North Carolina. (HUD State Administrative Agencies)
CheckedNov 10, 2026

Rules change. This is a summary of the official sources linked above, not legal advice. Your mover and county offices have the final word.

Common questions

Do I need a permit to move a mobile home in North Carolina?

It is unlawful for anyone other than a manufacturer or retailer to move a mobile home from its site without first getting a tax permit from the tax collector of the county where it sits. The permit must be displayed near the license tag on the rear during transport.

How do I check a mobile home mover in North Carolina?

Look up its USDOT number on FMCSA SAFER to confirm the registration is active and see its operating authority and insurance on file. Each listing here links to both.

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

HomeGuide (2026) and This Old House (2026) put transport-only moves at about $1,000 to $5,000. HomeGuide puts full-service moves (teardown, transport and setup) at about $5,000 to $8,000 for a single-wide, $8,000 to $15,000 for a double-wide and $12,000 to $20,000 or more for a triple-wide. Get written quotes from more than one mover.

Costs: cost to move a mobile home (cited sources) · moving cost calculator · setup cost calculator · park closure cost calculator

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