Delivery day
Getting your tiny house delivered and set up is a bigger logistical event than most people expect. The house is typically transported on its own trailer, towed by a heavy-duty truck, and the journey from builder to land can be hundreds or thousands of miles.
What to prepare
- Clear the path -- make sure the delivery truck can access your site. Measure gate widths, check for low-hanging branches, and verify the road can handle the weight.
- Level the site -- your tiny house needs to be level. Prepare blocks, jacks, or a pad.
- Utility connections -- have water, sewer/septic, and electrical ready to connect. This may require a licensed plumber or electrician.
- Insurance -- make sure your tiny house is insured for transit and once it's on site.
The first week
The first few days in a new tiny house are about finding your rhythm. Where things go, how the systems work, what needs adjusting. Give yourself a week before you judge anything -- it takes time to settle into a new way of living.