Tiny Home Delivery Made Simple: What You’ll Need Once It Arrives

One of the most common questions we get from new customers is what happens after their tiny home is delivered. Whether you’re setting up in Portland, Oregon, or anywhere in the Pacific Northwest, the process of getting your new home move-in ready is simple when you know what to expect.

Once your home is delivered, there are a few steps to get it fully set up. We help arrange transport, and then an independent licensed contractor who specializes in these projects can take care of the rest. We’re happy to connect you with their contact info so you have a trusted option to get everything move-in ready.

While this might look like a long list, not every project will require every step, and the process is designed to be simple and straightforward.

1. Transport & Delivery

We can help coordinate the transport of your home to your property. Transit to the Portland area is usually under $2,000.

The transport company arranges all necessary permits.

For tighter spaces, a crawler (a small moving machine) may be used to carefully position your home exactly where it needs to go.

2. Site Preparation

Before your home arrives, the land may need to be graded or leveled.
You may also want to add a base of gravel, concrete, or another surface depending on your site conditions.

3. Setting & Leveling

Once delivered, the contractor sets the home in place and ensures it is level.
This includes blocking, shims, and anchoring if needed to make sure everything is secure and ready.

4. Utility Hookups

• Electric: Usually a standard 50-amp plug wired by an electrician

• Water: Can be a simple hose hookup or a permanent water line

• Sewer: Typically tied into the property’s sewer or septic system

• Gas (optional): Propane or natural gas hookup for appliances if needed

5. Final Setup

The contractor will test all appliances, electric, water, and gas lines to make sure everything is safe and fully functional before move-in.

Recommended Contractors

If you need help with setup, here are two independent licensed contractors we recommend working with. Both specialize in tiny home and park model installations.

For Portland-area projects:
Tiny Hookups
Website: www.tinyhookups.com
Email: info@tinyhookups.com
Phone: (617) 834-4114
CCB #241959

For projects outside of Portland:
Larry Swayze Construction Inc.
Phone: (971) 338-8222
Email: butcherbroz@gmail.com
CCB #230054

In short: we handle the transport side, and we can connect you with experienced independent licensed contractors who specialize in making your home move-in ready.

If you have any questions about the process or need help getting started, just reach out. We’re here to make it easy.