If you have a house on your property that needs to be removed, there may be an alternative to demolition.
Some houses still have life left in them.
They may have character. Craftsmanship. History. Strong bones. Or simply the potential to serve another family on another property.
At HouseRelocation.LA, we help explore whether a house can be relocated rather than lost.
If you own, manage, represent, or are involved with a property that includes a house facing removal, this page is the right place to start.
Why do people reach out to us?
Sometimes a homeowner, developer, nonprofit, or property representative has a house that needs to be removed from a site.
In some cases, demolition feels like the only option.
But for certain structures, relocation may offer a meaningful alternative.
That is especially true for:
- Older homes
- Historic homes
- Character homes
- Homes with reusable materials
- Structures that may still have value on another site
Not every house is a good candidate. But some are.
The first step is finding out which one you have.
What we need to know
If you would like to offer a house for relocation, please share as many details as you can.
Helpful information includes:
- Property address
- Type of structure
- Approximate age of the house
- Whether demolition or removal is planned
- Your timeline
- Whether you own or represent the property
- Photos of the house
- Any known site or access constraints
- Any upcoming deadlines
The more we understand up front, the easier it is to evaluate whether relocation is possible.
What makes a house a better candidate for relocation?
While every project is different, houses are often stronger candidates when:
- The structure is still physically sound
- There is enough time to plan the move
- Access and route logistics are workable
- The house has architectural, historic, or practical value
- The project team is open to preservation-minded solutions
Some houses are ideal candidates. Others are not.
That is why every inquiry starts with a review.
A realistic note about the process
Offering a house for relocation does not automatically mean the structure can or will be moved.
Feasibility depends on many factors, including:
- Structural condition
- Dimensions
- Access
- Route limitations
- Jurisdictional approvals
- Site constraints
- Cost
- Timing
- Availability of a receiving property
Our goal is to understand whether a workable path exists.
Why this matters
When a viable house is relocated, something important is preserved.
A structure with history and craftsmanship can begin a new chapter. Materials can be saved. Character can be carried forward. And in the right situation, a house that might otherwise be demolished can continue serving people for years to come.
That is why these inquiries matter.
Before you submit
Please include:
- The property address
- Your role in the project
- Your timeline
- Links to recent photos (These can also be sent via text)
- Anything important we should know about the house or site
That will help us review your inquiry more efficiently.
Start your inquiry
If you have a house that may be suitable for relocation, fill out the form below, and we can start a conversation.
We will review the information and determine whether the structure may be a good candidate for further evaluation.
Cheers!
Alan Pinel
(213) 841-9988