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Q: Can you move a fish tank with water in it?

• <div><p>Never attempt to move a partially-filled tank, especially with the fish still in it. Even a minor alteration or adjustment in your movement can cause the water to move, disrupting the balance and potentially causing you to drop the tank or strain your back to prevent it from falling. However, you should maintain enough water on the bottom to keep the substrate slightly submerged during transit.</p></div>

Q: How do I move a heavy couch upstairs?

• <div><p>Start by removing any obstacles in the moving path, such as side tables, lamps, or other furniture. If your couch has legs, unscrew them. Measure the couch and the stairway to ensure you have enough room; if it seems unlikely, examine the shape and size of the couch and decide whether it might fit better up the stairway and through doorways on its side, held diagonally, or moved in an upright position.</p><p>Consider putting the sofa on a dolly to go up the stairs. It should be able to fit upright on a standard dolly with wheels. You&rsquo;ll still need to lift the dolly&mdash;with the couch on it&mdash;up the stairs, but it will reduce the physical strain. The person holding the dolly should pull the couch up, while the helper should be on the other side, keeping the couch secure and steady.</p><p>If you don&rsquo;t have a dolly, the person in front should lift the couch slightly higher than the person in the back to create more stability. The person in the back should also be the stronger mover, as most of the weight will be distributed there.</p></div>

Q: How should I pack mugs for moving to prevent them from breaking?

• <div><p>To pack mugs safely for a move, start by lining the bottom of your moving box with padded material like bubble wrap. Wrap each mug individually; for a snug fit, you can tuck the ends of the bubble wrap sheet inside the mug. Place the wrapped mugs in the box, using a box with slots for extra separation if available. The key to preventing breakage is to pack the box tightly enough that the mugs cannot shift during transit. Fill any empty gaps with additional packing material. However, be careful not to pack more than 10 mugs in one box, as it can become too heavy to carry safely. Finally, be sure to label the box as &ldquo;fragile&rdquo; to alert movers to handle it with care.</p></div>

Q: How hard is it to move a gun safe?

• <div><p>The level of difficulty for this type of move depends on the size of the safe. However, even a small gun safe can weigh several hundred pounds. Since gun safes are large and bulky, they are typically difficult to move and transport unless you have the right equipment and plenty of professional help.</p></div>

Q: Why would a house need to be moved?

• <div><p>A house may need to be moved due to land redevelopment, to avoid demolition, to preserve a historic structure, to adapt to zoning changes, or to relocate to a safer or more desirable location because of climate change.</p></div>

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Last update on March 03, 2023

Reviewed in March 2023
Hired him to move a gas line to our new stove. He fit us into his schedule just a few days later! He also pointed out an uncapped unused gas line that he fixed for us!
JSW Heating & Cooling, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2022
Rob The Mover came on time and was very friendly and professional. They did a superb job moving everything, including some tough pieces of furniture and our washer and dryer. They did not mess up a single thing. All was delivered on time and without a scratch. As a bonus, their rates were...
Rob The Mover
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Reviewed in December 2021
Marrins Moving Systems moved our stuff from NY to Georgia. They were absolutely unbelievable. The movers have been highly strict on time. They arrived on accurate time on loading day and we received our valuables on the nose, not a minute later while delivered. They demonstrated great talent in...
Marrins Moving Systems LTD
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Reviewed in November 2021
Our overall experience EXCELLENT! Adam moved 20 loads of soil to raise our front lawn…. Graded, seeded and mulched it all in one day.. for a very reasonable cost!
Kane Excavating
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Reviewed in December 2020
I had Gotham Moving Systems help me move from my last one bedroom apartment to my two bedroom apartment. They were professional and showed up early. They were efficient and friendly the whole time. Their rates seemed comparable to and also slightly better than the bigger moving companies. These...
Gotham Moving Systems
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Reviewed in March 2020
I liked this company because the guys who work there helped me and my family a lot by moving all our home stuff from my old house to the new one. We didn't have anybody to help us and we decided to call the TikTok Moving because we saw all the good reviews. Very happy with our choice.
TikTok Moving
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Reviewed in March 2019
On time to begin the process, and moved a large houseful of items. The movers were incredibly patient, strong, polite, good natured, careful, and efficient. Despite the fact that the job took quite a bit longer than expected, they appeared untiring and hauled enough to kill two beasts of burden....
Brass Lantern Movers
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Reviewed in June 2017
The house looks great! They do use bleach in their wash product. I could smell it. Some of my plants were affected and there were bleach stains on some cushions on my porch furniture. I asked if they wanted me to move the plants, but they said no. My advice would be to move anything you...
Stacy's Cleaning Service
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Reviewed in June 2017
Very reasonable. Very good work. I've known Derek for all of his life. They've done work for me for my old house and my new house. I call him first. We move in to this house about a year and half ago and they've done 5 projects for me. They've got 2 more jobs for me.
Riedl's Handyman Services Facebook
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Long Distance Moving - All Service Moving

4.8(

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Serving Stockbridge, NY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had the best experience with All Service Moving! Mike and Stan absolutely rock - best moving team ever! They moved me into my new house from Sumner to Spanaway, then my mom a month later from Renton. They were so efficient, careful, professional and friendly. They made sure all our items were carefully wrapped and protected and they moved everything quickly, yet effortlessly - I wouldn't recommend anybody else to get you all settled into wherever your moving! Thank you guys!!"

Aaron on the left is the crew lead of the entire two truck job. This photo is during the load.

The loading team at commercial building 1 in SW Portland.

Loading the grand Piano with a custom built 6 wheel off road dolly

+34

Response time1 day

Response rate100%

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Long Distance Movers USA

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Serving Stockbridge, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company moved my belongings from McKinney Texas to Chicago Illinois a couple of months ago. The guys packed our one bedroom apartment very professionally and quickly. I would recommend this company to my friends."

Response time3 days

Recommended by80%of homeowners

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Syracuse Trailer & Moving

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Serving Stockbridge, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This was a great company to work with. Everyone was very helpful from the setup to the finished move. They were prompt, courteous and professional. Stressful time. Much easier and I could not have done it on my own. I would definitely recommend them to anyone!"

+17

Response time10 hrs

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by86%of homeowners

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Pro Express Moving, LLC

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Serving Stockbridge, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have used Pro Express Moving three times in the last three years, and they have done an excellent job with every move. I'm constantly impressed with their speed of packing, handling of heavy items, and thoroughness in unpacking. They are professional and reliable, which is everything you want in a moving company."

Response time4 hrs

Response rate97%

31 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Perfectly Fast Moving, LLC

4.5(

462

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Serving Stockbridge, NY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The best company in ever moved And I moved 10 times The price is right ?? I would recommend this company to everyone"

Response time3 hrs

Response rate100%

2876 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Adams Van Lines

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Serving Stockbridge, NY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2015

Free estimates

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Adams Van Lines stands out for its customer service, with dedicated moving specialists available 24/7 to answer any client question or concern. The company has successfully facilitated the relocation of over 75,000 families and specializes in both residential and commercial Long Distance moves, furniture packing, and more Adams Van lines know the ins and outs of the industry, and they do thire best to share what they have learned with thire customers

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Goodview Moving and Storage

4.8(

346

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Serving Stockbridge, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Thanks to Goodview Moving and Storage for making our moving experience a breeze. The team worked efficiently. The staff is friendly and easy working with. Clean, fast, with reasonable price. I highly recommend their service!"

+12

Response time5 hrs

Recommended by35%of homeowners

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Moving APT - Long Distance Movers

4.5(

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Serving Stockbridge, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Moving APT moved me from my 2 bedroom apartment to where I'm at now in Orlando. When they arrived to start the move I had a few things that I hadn't boxed up."

Recommended by88%of homeowners

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Available Movers and Storage, Inc.

3.8(

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Serving Stockbridge, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This moving company did a great job . Firom the initial contact with customer service to set up my move they were very professional, answering all my questions even after calling them multiple times. Working with this company was very easy and pleasant. The actual movers were courteous and pleasant and they respected the items they were packing and they did an excellent job. The cost of this movie was quite a nice surprise and very affordable . I would definitely recommend this company to my friends and family."

+21

Response time20 mins

Recommended by78%of homeowners

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Long Distance & Out Of State Movers Mayzlin Relocation

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702

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Serving Stockbridge, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"A fast and efficient crew. When moving you always worry about damage, but this move we had none. They moved things as if they were their own."

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Response time1 day

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Moving questions, answered by experts

Never attempt to move a partially-filled tank, especially with the fish still in it. Even a minor alteration or adjustment in your movement can cause the water to move, disrupting the balance and potentially causing you to drop the tank or strain your back to prevent it from falling. However, you should maintain enough water on the bottom to keep the substrate slightly submerged during transit.

Start by removing any obstacles in the moving path, such as side tables, lamps, or other furniture. If your couch has legs, unscrew them. Measure the couch and the stairway to ensure you have enough room; if it seems unlikely, examine the shape and size of the couch and decide whether it might fit better up the stairway and through doorways on its side, held diagonally, or moved in an upright position.

Consider putting the sofa on a dolly to go up the stairs. It should be able to fit upright on a standard dolly with wheels. You’ll still need to lift the dolly—with the couch on it—up the stairs, but it will reduce the physical strain. The person holding the dolly should pull the couch up, while the helper should be on the other side, keeping the couch secure and steady.

If you don’t have a dolly, the person in front should lift the couch slightly higher than the person in the back to create more stability. The person in the back should also be the stronger mover, as most of the weight will be distributed there.

To pack mugs safely for a move, start by lining the bottom of your moving box with padded material like bubble wrap. Wrap each mug individually; for a snug fit, you can tuck the ends of the bubble wrap sheet inside the mug. Place the wrapped mugs in the box, using a box with slots for extra separation if available. The key to preventing breakage is to pack the box tightly enough that the mugs cannot shift during transit. Fill any empty gaps with additional packing material. However, be careful not to pack more than 10 mugs in one box, as it can become too heavy to carry safely. Finally, be sure to label the box as “fragile” to alert movers to handle it with care.

The level of difficulty for this type of move depends on the size of the safe. However, even a small gun safe can weigh several hundred pounds. Since gun safes are large and bulky, they are typically difficult to move and transport unless you have the right equipment and plenty of professional help.

A house may need to be moved due to land redevelopment, to avoid demolition, to preserve a historic structure, to adapt to zoning changes, or to relocate to a safer or more desirable location because of climate change.

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