Mobile Home Removal in North Florida: What to Expect, Start to Finish
If you have an old mobile home sitting empty on your property, you're not alone. Across Alachua, Columbia, Gilchrist, and the surrounding counties, we see them all the time. They're often single-wides from the '70s and '80s that have been empty for years, and their owners are ready to clear the land for a new home, a sale, or just a cleaner property.
We're TrashHelp North Florida, a family-owned team based in High Springs, and mobile home removal is one of our services. Here's exactly how it works when you call us.
Step 1: A quick look at the property
We start by asking for photos or visiting the site. We'll look at the size of the home, how to get equipment to it, what's attached (decks, porches, carports, sheds), and what's underneath (block piers, runners, or a concrete slab). That lets us give you a firm price instead of an estimate that changes later.
Step 2: You disconnect utilities
Before we can start, power must be off and disconnected, and the sewer or septic line must be capped. Water and propane need to be shut off as well. This is required for safety, and most counties won't issue a demolition permit until it's done. If you're not sure how, we can point you to the right people.
Step 3: We pull the permit
Most North Florida counties require a demolition permit for mobile homes. We handle that paperwork for you.
Step 4: Demolition and loading
We bring in the equipment, take the home down, and load the debris straight into our roll-off dumpsters. A single-wide usually fills about two 30-yard containers. A double-wide usually fills about four. Most jobs are done in a day or two.
Step 5: Disposal and cleanup
Everything goes to a licensed construction and demolition facility. We leave the site cleared and ready for whatever comes next.
What does mobile home removal cost?
We use flat-rate pricing, so you know the total before we start:
Single-wide removal: $4,500
Double-wide removal: $6,500
That includes the permit, labor, equipment, dumpsters, and disposal. These items are quoted separately if your job needs them:
Concrete slab or block pier removal
Attached decks, porches, carports, or sheds
Asbestos testing or abatement for suspected material in older homes
Difficult access, such as soft ground, tight entry, or heavy tree cover
Why not just haul it away?
Some newer homes can be moved intact, but most older homes can't. Their frames and axles often aren't safe on the road anymore, and moving one usually costs more than the home is worth. For most of the homes we see, taking it down on site is the faster and less expensive choice.
Already cleaning out the property?
If you need to clear out the home before demolition or deal with junk across the rest of the property, we also offer roll-off dumpster rentals across North Florida for cleanouts of any size. Many customers rent a dumpster first, then schedule removal once the property is cleared.
Areas we serve
We provide mobile home removal in Gainesville, High Springs, Alachua, Newberry, Lake City, Live Oak, Trenton, Fort White, and nearby communities. You can learn more about our service areas in Alachua County, Columbia County, and Gilchrist County.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does mobile home removal take?
Most single-wides take one day. Double-wides usually take one to two days, depending on access and what's attached.
Do I need to be there?
No, as long as utilities are disconnected and we can access the property.
Can you remove a mobile home that's falling apart?
Yes. Homes that are badly deteriorated, storm-damaged, or partly collapsed are a big part of what we remove.
Do you remove the slab or piers too?
We can. Slab and pier removal is quoted separately based on what's there.
Is a permit really required?
In most North Florida counties, yes. We take care of it as part of the flat rate.
Ready to clear your land?
Get a flat-rate quote for mobile home removal. Send a few photos, and we'll give you a firm price.