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Antiques moving: scope, preparation and pricing
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Antiques moving falls under specialty moving. Specialty moving handles items that need equipment, custom packing or a dedicated handling plan, such as pianos, safes and artwork. Not every general mover takes on every specialty item.
Share the item’s dimensions, approximate weight, photos and the route out of the building. Ask whether the crew has the equipment for that specific item.
What antiques moving involves
Antiques moving needs a scope that matches the actual items and both locations. Confirm who provides packing materials, who handles lifting and where the work ends at the destination.
Specialty moving handles items that need equipment, custom packing or a dedicated handling plan, such as pianos, safes and artwork. Not every general mover takes on every specialty item.
Getting ready for antiques moving
Share the item’s dimensions, approximate weight, photos and the route out of the building. Ask whether the crew has the equipment for that specific item.
- List large, fragile or unusually heavy items
- Check access, parking and building rules
- Agree on the date and any delivery window
- Keep essential documents and valuables with you
What affects the price of antiques moving
The amount of work is the starting point. For antiques moving, a longer carry, tight stairs, extra packing or a second trip can change the time and materials needed.
- Volume and weight of items
- Travel distance and time
- Stairs, elevators and parking access
- Crew size, equipment and protective materials
- Storage or extra stops, if needed
Choosing a mover and confirming the scope
Ask for a written estimate based on your inventory. Check which tasks are included, when the clock starts and stops, what coverage applies and how unexpected work is approved.
- Is this binding, non-binding, or hourly with a minimum?
- When does the clock start and stop?
- What coverage do my belongings have if something is damaged?
- Are there charges for stairs, long carries or heavy items?
- Do you use your own crew, or subcontract?
- For long moves, is delivery a fixed date or a window?
