A double-wide mobile home is a type of manufactured home that is twice as wide as a single-wide. A typical one is between 24 and 36 feet wide and 48 to 80 feet long.
This means residents get to enjoy a larger living space (between 1000 and 2500 square feet) compared to single-wide mobile homes, which are only about 800 square feet.
For homes twice the size of a single-wide, their cost is economical, which makes a double-wide a better option for families, as well as individuals who need room for their furniture and belongings.
In this article, we’ll break down the average cost to remove a double-wide mobile home, the key factors that affect pricing, and why donating your home might be a more practical and cost-effective option.
Cost to Remove a Double-Wide Mobile Home
You have a few different options to remove a mobile home: moving it, demolishing it, or hauling it away by dumpster.
Because a double-wide mobile home is twice the size of a single-wide, removing it can require twice the labor, equipment, and disposal capacity. The larger structure means more sections to dismantle, more debris to haul, and higher transportation and landfill costs overall.
Moving Costs
Moving a double-wide can cost up to twice what you would pay for a single-wide, which is half the size. Moving involves disconnecting, transporting, and reassembling the two sections of the home.
Because the home must be split at the seam, each half has to be braced, transported separately, and then reattached. This increases labor time and requires more equipment to prevent structural damage and ensure proper alignment during reassembly.
You also need to meet the HUD’s standards, which can be a big and costly project, one that involves a lot of stressful processes, like:
- Applying for and getting permits
- Finding a reputable contractor to move the mobile/manufactured home
- Settling the costs
- Taking care of the logistics
- Managing the contractors
Depending on where you live, the total cost to move a double-wide typically ranges between $10,000 and $13,000.
Prices vary based on home size, overall weight, moving distance (often $5–$10 per mile), state permit fees, and the level of site preparation needed for setup and utility reconnection.
Demolition Costs
If your double-wide mobile home is too old or damaged to move, demolition might be the most practical option. It’s faster and simpler than relocation but involves significant labor, equipment, and disposal costs.
Demolition contractors will tear down the structure, separate materials for disposal or recycling, and haul away the debris. Because a double-wide contains roughly twice the materials of a single-wide, the amount of waste and landfill fees is also higher.
Depending on the home’s size and local disposal rates, the average cost to demolish a double-wide ranges from $3,500 to $7,000. Most contractors charge about $3.50 to $5.00 per square foot, but prices can rise if the home has a concrete foundation, basement, or limited site access.
Additional expenses during demolition can include:
- Dumpster rentals and landfill fees
- Heavy equipment such as excavators or loaders
- Permits for demolition and debris removal
- Labor for cleanup and site grading
Demolition is often the best choice when resale or relocation isn’t possible, but it’s also one of the most expensive due to debris volume and disposal requirements.
Dumpster Removal
Another option for removing a double-wide mobile home is to have it torn down and hauled away using dumpsters. This method works best when the home can’t be moved and full demolition isn’t required, but it can still be messy and time-consuming.
A demolition team or junk removal company will dismantle the structure, load the debris into large dumpsters, and make multiple trips to the landfill as needed. Since a double-wide produces a large amount of material, you’ll likely need several dumpster loads to complete the job.
Depending on local disposal fees and the number of trips required, the average cost for dumpster removal ranges from $6,000 to $8,000. Costs can be higher in areas with strict landfill regulations or limited access for heavy equipment.
You may also need to budget for:
- Dumpster rental and hauling fees
- Fuel surcharges for long transport distances
- Permit or inspection fees from your local municipality
- Labor for tearing down and loading the home
Dumpster removal can be a practical option for homes in poor condition, but it often ends up costing as much as demolition once all fees and labor are included.
Donating Your Mobile Home for Free Removal
If you absolutely need to get a double-wide mobile home off your property, donating it may be your best option. Instead of paying thousands of dollars for demolition or hauling, you can have your home removed for free through an accredited nonprofit.
By donating your home instead of hiring a professional mobile home removal service, you will:
- Save thousands of dollars on removal costs
- Avoid the hassle of finding a buyer
- Receive a tax deduction equivalent to the home’s fair market value
When you compare this to hiring a removal service, you’ll find that it’s far simpler and less stressful to donate. Plus, you get to make a home available to a family that needs it.
At Banyan Mobile Home Removal, an accredited 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we can take care of most of the paperwork on your behalf and do all the heavy lifting for you, literally and figuratively. We’ll remove your double-wide mobile home at no cost to you.
Contact us today to see if your home qualifies for a free, hassle-free removal!
Why is Donation The Best Option for Your Double-Wide?
Removing or selling an older double-wide mobile home is often expensive and complicated. Many owners either sell at a loss or abandon the home because moving or demolishing it costs nearly as much as its remaining value.
Reddit user u/Owenleejoeking posted:
‘’A family friend recently was bought out of their farm for O&G. Their house was a very nice modern doublewide trailer built on a finished basement foundation.
They short sold the house for $20,000 to help cover the $15,000 move that was quoted to get it where the buyer wanted it a couple dozen miles away. The trailer brand new and delivered wouldn’t cost much more than that.’’
u/AtariBasic also mentioned:
“If the home is over 20 years old, you will probably never be able to sell it at any price. Even giving it away may be difficult, and you can’t just abandon it. No matter what you do to it, its value will decrease over time. If it’s a double-wide, you (or your MIL) will have a very difficult time finding someone to move it. First, the axles may be missing or unsafe. Also, as the homes age and settle, the act of hauling them over the roads will likely place stress and test the structural elements. If it’s a double-wide, it simply may not go back together exactly the same at the destination. Be very, very, very wary of having “my cousin and his truck” move it; they’re definitely not that simple.”
When you choose to donate your mobile home through an accredited 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization like Banyan Mobile Home Removal, you can sit back and watch the mobile home get taken off your land at no cost to you. Some other benefits you stand to enjoy are:
- Maximum tax deduction: You can convert your mobile home into a deductible charitable contribution.
- Reduced property taxes: You eliminate ongoing taxes for a structure you no longer use.
- Peace of mind: You know your home will be reused or recycled responsibly instead of left to decay.
If you have a double-wide mobile home in fair condition or are preparing to clear your land, you likely qualify for Banyan’s free removal program. Our team will handle every step, from paperwork to pickup, within a few weeks, so that you can move forward without any expense or stress.
Contact us by email or call us to find out if your double-wide mobile home qualifies for free removal. Our team will review your home’s condition, confirm eligibility, and handle the entire process from start to finish – at no cost to you.