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!

Every year in Australia thousands of families pack up their belongings and move home, some just around the corner and others across states. Reasons for moving are plentiful and range from new job offers, seeking better prospects, retirement, marriage and even death; however one thing remains the same: do you opt to Do-It Yourself or do you hire a removal company? Let’s take a closer look at the options.

Do-It Yourself
Many people often opt to move themselves primarily to save money. That said the property owner may still have to rent a van ( if they don’t already have one ) or at the very least beg, steal, or borrow one from a friend or relative. They might also have to buy packing materials and will have to pay petrol costs. If you add to this the fact that having to pack up a life-time’s worth of goods can be time consuming and stressful it’s understandable why many would rather pay for the services of a professional moving company.

Self service removals
If you don’t fancy taking on the whole move yourself you can opt for self-service removal. It’s generally a hybrid service offered by many removal companies and some specialists to make moving more cost-effective. Some companies will drop off a 20 – 40ft removals container which you can then fill at your leisure. Once filled the container is then moved to your new location where it’s dropped off leaving you to unpack, again at your leisure. This kind of removal is popular simply because you don’t have to worry about finding a van to hire and all the hassle and cost that goes with it, but you do still have total control over your move with regards to doing your own packing and unpacking.

Full-service removals
If you really do want a hassle free and indeed stress-free move then you may want to consider opting for a full service removalist. They will take care of every aspect of your relocation from packing and loading to transportation and unpacking. It is going to be more expensive than the other options but as long as you choose the right company, you won’t have the hassle that you might normally associate with the other options. After everything has been agreed the removal company will send round a team of packers (this depends on how much ‘stuff’ you have) and from there will pack and label all your household goods. Once you’ve given the driver your final destination they’ll meet you at the other end and will unpack the truck and put the goods into the correct locations. The unpacking team (this may be the same people) will then make sure everything is unpacked and in its rightful place.

As you can see, each option has its pros and cons and it really is down to individual choice and/or budget. At On The Move Removals we’ve been in the removalist industry for many years and as such have gained a reputation for being reliable, fast and above all professional. Why not call us today on 044 993 2603 and get a quote from Brisbane’s most trusted local movers.

Moving house is one of the most stressful things in life apart from losing your job or getting divorced. So we thought we’d give you some tips which will take away some of the stress of moving and lower your costs too.

Dispose of unwanted items
Prior to moving spend time in each room of your house and your garage going through all of your furniture and household items. If something is damaged and beyond repair then dispose of it, and if it is something that you haven’t used in the last year then look to selling it or giving it to your local charity shop. That way you you’ll arrive at your new house organised, tidy and stress-free plus you’ll have saved yourself the hassle of packing and the cost of moving it.

Don’t take risks
Check out your removal company’s reputation before being swayed purely by cost. Are they accredited? Are there other costs to consider? Companies that are accredited have a strict code of conduct to adhere to in all aspects of a move which includes offering best prices for wrapping, packing and transporting your goods, to save you money in the long run.

Wrapping
Use professional packing cartons which are stronger and more durable than normal cardboard boxes. Plan ahead and try to save costs by collecting recycled packing cartons from your removalists which may either be free or offered at a reduced cost.

Plan ahead
Don’t wait until a few days before moving to phone and book a removalist company. Instead a few months ahead you should looking online and phoning companies to compare the services they offer and the costs. If you leave it too late, you may struggle with availability, time slots may be limited, and prices are likely to be higher.

Let your removalist know what you’re moving
Finally remember to let your removalist know if you’re intending to move large or speciality items such as a piano, pool table, spa, or treadmill so that they can factor this into the costs and have the appropriate vehicles and removalists on the day.

We’re a privately owned company dedicated to offering the highest quality of service at a very competitive price. We’ve years of experience in helping customers with their move throughout Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast and the Gold Coast so give us a call on 1300 66 84 36 to find out what we can do for you.