3 Of The Most Difficult Objects That Removalists Find To Move

As a competitively priced and trusted local removalist we are kept very busy with all types of removal work with trucks to suit every budget. However although we provide logistical and physical help to those wanting to move home on a daily basis, it’s fair to say that some items are definitely easier to move from A-B than others. Here are some of the items that either need that little bit more planning or indeed the use of specialist removal teams.

Piano
The classic black and white image of the grand piano falling through the air as a team of ‘make-shift’ removal men unsuccessfully attempt to winch it up to a high window, has gone down in comic cinematic history. Although it’s laughable, the reality is that moving any piano big or small is a very tricky operation. Grand pianos for example are well over 2 metres in length and can weigh in excess of 360kgs. Not only that, they’re extremely valuable objects (especially if it’s a Steinway). As a result it isn’t something you can just pick up and manoeuvre up or down stairs. Instead it might involve contacting the police, utilising a large crane and cordoning off streets.

Safes
There’s a growing trend these days to turn old banks into pubs or private dwellings and for many this means removing the safe. However as you can imagine moving a safe is no mean feat. Aside from the fact that they are the heaviest things on the planet (so say the people that move them for a living anyway!) they’re usually cemented into place and therefore have to be extracted too. Again professional heavy load movers may use specialist equipment as a large safe can weigh in excess of 3100kgs. If being moved up or down a flight of stairs you might have to remember that stairs (especially if they’re wooden) might not be able to support the weight naturally. As such ramps and supports are normally constructed.

Art
Art work has a tendency to be extremely fragile and can lose a tremendous amount of value if damaged. They shouldn’t be placed into normal packing boxes because even the slightest temperature fluctuations can damage the painting, especially if it’s an ‘old master’. Instead specialised crates have to be constructed to support the paintings and keep them safe.

Serving the people of Brisbane, the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast, On The Move Removals are your trusted local choice for moving home. With many years of experience we can move you and your belongings both safely and securely. Call us on 044 993 2603 for a competitive quote today!