Business Details
Expert Structural Moving Services Since 1892
Founded in 1892, Thein Moving has evolved from a small family operation into a fourth-generation structural moving specialist with over 120 years of expertise. Our team combines traditional craftsmanship with modern technology, offering comprehensive solutions for residential, commercial, agricultural, and historic building relocations. We pride ourselves on maintaining a flawless safety record while utilizing advanced equipment like self-propelled hydraulic dollies and unified jacking systems.With coverage across five Midwestern states, we provide personalized attention to each project while maintaining the industry's highest standards of precision and reliability. Our commitment to customer satisfaction is demonstrated through our ability to handle complex moves involving brick, stone, steel, and frame structures of all sizes.
Services
Residential Moves
Commercial Relocation
Agricultural Structure Moving
Historical Preservation
Rigging Services
Foundation Inspection
Heavy Hauling
Highlights and features
- Fourth-generation family business with 120+ years of structural moving experience
- Specialize in moving all structure types including brick, stone, and steel buildings
- Utilize advanced hydraulic systems and self-propelled dollies for precision moves
- Fully insured with customized insurance plans for commercial relocations
- Recognized experts in historic preservation with Midwest-wide service coverage
What people say
Experienced and equipment
Safest and most cost efficient
Personal attention
Flawless track record
Advanced equipment
Services
Residential Moves
We specialize in moving residential structures of all types, including brick, stone, and frame buildings. Our fourth-generation expertise ensures safe relocation while maintaining structural integrity. With advanced hydraulic systems and personalized project management, we handle complex home moves that preserve your property's value.
Historical Preservation
Our historic building relocation service protects architectural heritage through careful structural analysis and specialized lifting systems. We maintain historic integrity while moving delicate buildings using techniques refined over 120 years of preservation work across the Midwest.
Agricultural Structure Moving
We optimize agricultural layouts by relocating barns, equipment sheds, and storage facilities. Our service improves farm efficiency by creating space for modern equipment while maintaining operational continuity during the relocation process.
Commercial Relocation
We provide full-service commercial building relocation with customized insurance options. Our advanced equipment handles steel structures, churches, and specialized facilities while minimizing business disruption during the move process.
Rigging & Heavy Hauling
Our rigging services handle heavy machinery and industrial equipment with precision. Using self-propelled hydraulic dollies and specialized rollers, we safely transport transformers, generators, and locomotives while protecting facility flooring.
Questions
What types of structures can you move?
We move brick, stone, frame, and steel structures including homes, commercial buildings, agricultural facilities, and historic landmarks.
Do you handle historic building preservation?
Yes, we specialize in historic preservation with over 120 years of experience maintaining structural integrity during relocation.
What areas do you serve?
We operate across Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa, and Wisconsin with specialized equipment for regional challenges.
Are you insured for commercial moves?
Yes, we provide customized insurance plans and have a strong bonding history for commercial relocations.
How do you handle agricultural building moves?
We optimize farm layouts by relocating barns, silos, and equipment buildings to improve efficiency for modern farming operations.