Protecting your furniture and floors when moving can be challenging, especially if you are doing it by yourself. Just recently, one of our movers told a story about a kitchen accident and the trouble it caused. This accident over a spilled pot led to the family having to move furniture, rugs, and other household items to get the job done. While our mover knew what to do, others might not!
When moving furniture, it’s easy to underestimate how much potential damage you could cause. That hefty couch may leave gouges in your hardwood floors or scrape paint off your walls. Furniture edges could crack or splinter, costing you money on repairs or replacements.
Taking precautions can help you:
Whether moving by yourself or enlisting professionals, preparing and protecting what matters ensures a stress-free experience.
Furniture moving – regardless if you’re moving it within your house or into a new place, can be a hassle.
If you plan on moving the furniture yourself, preparation is key. Here are some tried-and-true methods to protect your home and furniture
Furniture pads are a must when sliding items across the floor. They reduce friction and prevent deep scratches. Available at most hardware stores, they’re an inexpensive way to keep your floors pristine.
For delicate or expensive furniture, it’s crucial to use protective wrapping to avoid dings and scratches. Materials like bubble wrap, blankets, or plastic wrap are ideal.
If you’re managing the move on your own, furniture sliders and dollies are lifesavers. These tools make moving heavy or oversized furniture much easier without causing damage.
Furniture isn’t the only thing at risk—your walls and doorframes are susceptible too. You can shield them with painter’s tape and cardboard sheets that will act as buffers. Also, asking someone to be a spotter can prevent accidental bumping, preventing any chip or paint damage.
Your home and furniture are an investment. Protecting them will protect your investment and give you peace of mind. Whether you’re moving into a new house or simply rearranging rooms, this advice can save you time, money, and a lot of stress. It’s all about preparation, choosing the right tools and picking the right partner for the job.
If you’re planning a move soon, consider hiring Men on the Move, a trusted professional mover, to make the process seamless and stress-free. And remember—taking the time to protect your valuable furniture and your home is always worth it.
Men on the Move has been helping people move into their new apartments or homes for over 30 years! While we have made many blogs posts about how to move certain items or moving tips, we have not discussed moving garage tools and equipment!
Men on the Move will move certain items depending on what needs to be moved. We are will to move heavier equipment like; floor jacks, generators or portable air conditioners and heaters. However, we will not do disassembly. That means, if you want to move work out equipment or other heavy equipment attached to something, they need to be broken down before we will move them. This ensure that the item is taken apart correctly and you can secure loose pieces prior to moving.
With this in mind, Men on the Move will move everything from tool boxes to shelving units. Although, we will not move tool boxes over 5,000 pounds. If you want your garage tools and equipment to be handle a specific way, we strongly recommend you packing your own boxes and organizing them to your preference. We also suggest grouping items together so all related tools and items are in the same area. This makes it much more easier on you when you unpack and get settled.
While Men on the Move will help you move most things from your garage, we are unable to move certain items. We know many people keep items from their gardens or cars, but some of the equipment or items will not be moved by our moving company. This includes:
We hope this answers some questions you may have and it helps in planning your move. Please contact us if you have other questions or concerns