Topic: Moving Specialty Items

Most people collect something. Maybe it’s Star Wars action figures. Or tiny glass unicorns. Or books, vinyl records, snow globes–whatever! No matter what you collect, you want to keep it safe. Depending on the size or type of collection, that can be tricky, especially when you have to move it.  Moving collections is often a…

Looking for the best way to pack paintings and posters for moving? Bekins has all the tips to protect your framed art and make your move stress-free.

Pamper your antique and modern cloth wall hangings when you move them. By using proper packing methods, you ensure that your cloth wall hangings last a long time and look great. Follow these tips as you move tapestries. Brush Up on Use-And-Care Instructions Familiarize yourself with the correct ways to clean your individual fabric pieces.…

Packing up and storing the items in your garage is a big job, especially when it comes times to relocate your lawn equipment, including your riding lawn mower, push mower, and weed eater. Preparing these items to be moved to the storage facility is the first step, and preparing the storage area to prevent damage…

During a move, many people who do their own packing worry about packaging fragile materials properly. Improper packing strategies can lead to broken plates, damaged electronics, and shattered Christmas ornaments. Learn these strategies for packing and moving fragile items to help ensure that your breakables are well protected throughout your upcoming relocation. Stock Up On Wrapping…

Packing up all your belongings is hard enough, but it can be even harder when you’re a professional or recreational contractor, woodworker, welder or tool collector. Tools are expensive and often very heavy, making them difficult to pack up and move to a new home. At Bekins, we understand the need to get your tools…

Your piano represents a significant investment in the joy, culture, and music of your household. While your piano sits as a centerpiece in your living space and serves as a gathering place on special occasions, the instrument becomes a hindrance during the piano moving process. Even homeowners who choose to handle moving on their own…

When you choose to partner with a professional, full-service moving team, your moving company takes care of the vast majority of your primary transition concerns. You may even decide to add packing services to your general moving package to further simplify the process. However, even the most skilled movers have items that they do not move…

Are you the person on your block with the most stunning outdoor holiday displays? Do you have an extensive seasonal collection that includes fragile ornaments, multiple strings of lights and artificial trees? With careful planning, all of these items can be relocated securely. Here are some tips for packing and moving your seasonal items to…

Many of the items that you prioritize during a move are easy to remember due to their size, weight, or special significance. For example, you probably won’t forget to account for the challenges of moving your large pieces of artwork, bed frame, or family heirlooms. However, some of the most important items to care for…