Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Structural Moving Services in Athens, AL
Hollis Kennedy House Movers is a fourth-generation family-owned business established in 1973, specializing in structural relocation and foundation services. With over 100 years of combined experience, we serve residential, commercial, and historical clients across Alabama and southern Tennessee. Our team, led by owner Keith Kennedy, has completed thousands of successful moves including bridges, railcars, and historical landmarks like the 1868 Scottsboro Courthouse. We maintain membership in the International Association of Structural Movers and adhere to OSHA guidelines, ensuring safety and compliance. Our licensed and insured team fabricates specialized equipment for unique projects and works directly with clients through every step of the process.We pride ourselves on treating each job as unique, maintaining strong relationships with utility companies and city officials to ensure successful moves. Our services include home elevation, foundation replacement, heavy machinery transport, and historical preservation. Accredited by the Better Business Bureau, we are committed to delivering dependable service while preserving the value of structures through relocation rather than demolition. With offices in Athens, Alabama, we offer 24/48-hour response times for inquiries and estimates.
Services
Structural Moving
Foundation Replacement
Historical Preservation
Heavy Machinery Transport
Home Elevation
Basement Addition
Commercial Relocation
Railcar Loading
Roof Lifts
Structural Leveling
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- Four generations of structural moving expertise since 1973
- Direct owner involvement in every project with 30+ years experience
- Specialized equipment fabrication for unique structural challenges
- Compliance with OSHA Procedural Guidelines for structure movers
- Accredited by Better Business Bureau with A+ rating
Associations and certifications
- Better Business Bureau
- Alabama Home Builders Licensure Board
- International Association of Structural Movers (IASM)
Services
Structural Moving & Relocation
Specialized relocation of complete structures including residential homes, commercial buildings, and historical landmarks. Our team handles route planning, utility coordination, and specialized equipment fabrication. Projects range from small buildings to oversized industrial equipment requiring multi-ton lifting capacity.
Foundation Replacement
Complete foundation replacement and repair services for existing structures. We utilize advanced lifting systems to safely raise buildings for foundation work. Services include new footings, basement additions, and structural leveling for both residential and commercial properties.
Historical Preservation
Expert preservation of historical buildings through careful relocation and structural reinforcement. Our team has moved significant landmarks like the Coca-Cola Humphreys-Rodgers House and Mars Chapel. We maintain original architectural integrity while meeting modern safety standards during relocation projects.
Heavy Machinery Moving
Specialized moving of heavy industrial equipment including transformers, generators, and steel fabrications. Our rigging services handle oversized loads with precision lifting and transportation solutions for manufacturing facilities and commercial operations.
Home Elevation
Professional home elevation services to raise structures for flood mitigation or foundation improvements. We use calibrated lifting systems to safely elevate residential buildings while maintaining structural integrity during the elevation process.
People
Keith Kennedy
Owner
Third-generation structural mover with 30+ years experience. Member of IASM since 1983 and board member since 2012. Directly oversees all projects and maintains relationships with utility companies and government agencies.
Lisa Kennedy
Office Manager
Handles administrative operations with deep understanding of structural moving logistics. Provides customer support and coordinates project scheduling for residential and commercial clients.
Nicholas Kennedy
Project Assistant
Assists with structural moving operations and client communication. Trained in specialized equipment handling and project coordination under his father's supervision.
Questions
What types of structures can you move?
We move residential homes, commercial buildings, historical structures, industrial equipment, railcars, bridges, and storage tanks.
How is pricing determined for structural moves?
Pricing depends on route complexity, distance, structure size, and required permits. Contact us for a customized estimate.
Are you licensed and insured for structural moving?
Yes, we're licensed by Alabama Home Builders Licensure Board and fully insured for all structural moving operations.
Do you handle historical preservation projects?
Yes, we specialize in historical preservation with experience moving structures like the 1868 Scottsboro Courthouse.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Alabama and southern Tennessee with structural moving and foundation replacement services.
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