Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Structural Relocation Services Since 1926
Dawn House Movers, a fourth-generation structural relocation company founded in 1926, combines nearly a century of expertise with advanced equipment to deliver unmatched structural moving and lifting services. Our team prioritizes client satisfaction by leveraging extensive experience in handling projects ranging from residential relocations to historical building preservation. We utilize industry-leading technology, including unified hydraulic jacking systems and radio remote control dollies, to ensure precision and safety. With a legacy rooted in Yaphank, New York, our family-operated business has evolved from humble beginnings into a trusted leader in structural relocation.Specializing in complex tasks like basement excavation and historical preservation, we serve clients across Long Island and beyond. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in testimonials highlighting successful projects, including hurricane-resistant home elevations and the relocation of centuries-old structures. Fully licensed and insured, we maintain membership in the International Association of Structural Movers while continuing to innovate through creative problem-solving and hands-on leadership.
Services
Structural Relocation
House Raising
Historical Preservation
Basement Excavation
Roof Jacking
Heavy Hauling
Leveling & Shoring
Details
- Year established: 1926
Highlights and features
- We offer 98 years of specialized structural relocation expertise.
- Our team uses industry-leading hydraulic jacking and remote control systems.
- Specialized in historical building preservation projects.
- Fully licensed, insured, and association-certified.
- Hands-on family leadership ensures quality control.
Associations and certifications
- International Association of Structural Movers
What people say
Expertise
Successful projects
Historical preservation
Reliable service
Technical skill
Services
Structural Relocation
Specialized relocation of entire structures using hydraulic systems and precision engineering. Handles wood, steel, brick, and masonry buildings. Ensures structural integrity during transport to new foundations.
Historical Preservation
Careful relocation and elevation of historic buildings dating back to the 1700s. Maintains architectural integrity while implementing modern flood-resistant foundations for long-term preservation.
House Raising
Elevates residential structures to meet flood zone requirements. Utilizes advanced jacking systems to safely lift homes for basement excavation or foundation reinforcement.
Roof Jacking
Precision lifting of roof structures for commercial and residential buildings. Enables modifications to underlying frameworks while maintaining roof system integrity.
Basement Excavation
Excavates basements beneath existing structures using specialized equipment. Creates additional living or storage space while maintaining building stability during the process.
People
Stan Kazel Jr.
Owner
Third-generation leader with over 50 years of structural moving experience. Oversees daily operations while maintaining hands-on involvement in complex projects.
Stan Kazel III
Operator
Fourth-generation team member working alongside his father. Applies modern techniques to continue the family legacy of precision structural relocation and historical preservation.
Questions
What types of structures can you move?
We handle wood, steel, brick, concrete, and masonry structures including homes, historical buildings, and commercial properties.
Do you work on historical buildings?
Yes, we specialize in historical preservation with experience moving structures dating back to the 1740s across Long Island.
How does house elevation protect against flooding?
We raise homes above floodplain levels using hydraulic systems, creating flood-resistant foundations that have proven effective during storms like Hurricane Sandy.
What equipment do you use?
We employ unified hydraulic jacking systems, radio remote control dollies, XY skates, and specialized rigging equipment for precise structural movement.
Are you licensed for structural relocation?
Yes, we're fully licensed, insured, and members of the International Association of Structural Movers with 98 years of proven expertise.
