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Safety Precautions with Piano Moving

Monday, June 7th, 2010

Moving pianos can be a dangerous job. Not just for the workers, but also for the piano. Pianos are awkwardly shaped, heavy instruments that need to be moved with care.

Because of its shape, pianos sometimes need to be turned on to its side when traveling upstairs. Pianos can easily become scraped and bumped when turned on its side. Tight turns are even more dangerous.

Don't let this be you!

Don't let this be you!

Because of how dangerous moving pianos can be it is strongly encouraged to hire a Utah piano mover. Utah piano movers have the right equipment to protect pianos during a move. They also have the skills needed to move pianos safely.

The minimum equipment that is needed are specific piano pads to keep it safe. Usually pads are strapped to it, though other support can be used. Depending on the type of move, and the type of piano, Utah piano movers may use wooden blocks to move it.

A typical move upstairs happens by first considering safety. Usually three or more men need to be available when moving a piano. Having professional Utah piano movers will ensure this.

If you need to move the piano upstairs it is important to move the piano to the base of the stairs and turn the piano carefully on its side. The keyboard is never leading the turn. The base of the piano should be pointing upwards towards the stairs.

One mover leads by one man walking up the stairs backwards, with other assistants there to pick up the other end and lifting it. The man walking backwards only job is to keep the piano in the air, not to pull the piano up. Once the piano is lifted, one man usually gets underneath the bottom and uses his shoulders and hands to make contact with the piano, and has to be careful not to use his back but his legs to hold it up.

There are constant breaks where people need to reposition themselves. The movers have to coordinate with each other and make sure they are ready. Once there is a landing and a turn needs to be made, the movers have to tip the piano back over and the whole ordeal happens again. It is crucial not to allow inexperienced movers move your piano.

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Talk to Your Realtor to Get a Cleaning Contract For Your New Home

Saturday, December 19th, 2009

Moving can take up a lot of your time and energy. Packing and cleaning your home or apartment can be very draining on your system. The thought of having to unpack and also clean your new home may be very overwhelming.

That is why a lot of people choose to have their realtors put cleaning stipulations into their contract before they sign for their new home. When you move in to a new home, most of the time you have no idea what needs to be cleaned. This results in you spending all of your time cleaning the entire house from top to bottom.

checklistSave yourself the hassle by asking for specific cleaning needs to be met by the sellers before you move in. Give them a checklist of things that should be cleaned. By having a checklist of things that need to be done you won’t have to waste all your time and energy cleaning when you would rather spend it repacking and getting your new house in order.

Have some ideas of things you would like to have cleaned before you move in. Ask that the appliances be cleaned before they leave. This should include refrigerators, freezers, microwaves, stove tops, fans, and ovens.

Have the carpets cleaned with professional vacuum equipment. If the previous owners were smokers or pet-owners, have them put in new carpet. Odors can be difficult to get rid of, so determine the damage before you accept the home.

Ask the walls to be re-painted if they haven’t been painted recently. Walls have normal wear and tare, so painting over them keeps them looking fresh and clean. Make sure the paint job is well done before moving in.

Also ask that they take all of their personal property with them. If they have items that they no longer want they should be able to take it to the dump or donate it. You shouldn’t have to deal with any items that they leave behind.

If the homeowner doesn’t want to clean the home themselves you can also suggest they pay for a professional cleaning company to clean the home when they move their items out. Be sure the cleaning company will have the guidelines for things that you want cleaned. This way they don’t have to spend their time and energy cleaning and neither do you.

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Top 5 Things You Shouldn’t Take With You On A Move

Thursday, December 17th, 2009

Sometimes it is hard to know what items you should hold on to and what items you should get rid of. Moving tends to take a lot of preparation and effort, so the less excess items you have the better. However, there are some things that people seem to hold on to unnecessarily.

Don’t get us wrong, there definitely are some things that are worth holding on to. Things with real sentimental value should make the long journey with you on your moves. However, there are many things you can get rid of and be better off. Here is our list of the top 5 things we feel people take with them on their moves that they really should get rid of.

1. Old furniture – We understand the need to have antiques in the home. If your furniture is worn down the odds aren’t the best that they will survive a lengthy move. You can normally find better off of craigslist or garage sales for a very affordable price.

Throw the old stuff away...technology is not cyclical!

Throw the old stuff away...technology is not cyclical!

2. Old electronics – Technology is constantly changing. Electronic equipment that no longer is equivalent or used shouldn’t be kept. Leave all your floppy disks and only bring items that work.
there are some furniture that would be best to keep at home.

3. Old exercise equipment – If you haven’t used it yet, the odds are against you that you ever will. Exercise equipment is particularly awkward to move. Many people move heavy exercise equipment from house to house with out ever setting foot on the treadmill.

4. Outdated clothes – A lot of people keep clothes for years that they never wear again. Fashion trends come and go, and with them so should the clothes. If you haven’t worn the piece of clothing in the past five years, get rid of it.

5. Old home decor – Don’t pack up decorations that are out of date and you haven’t used for a while. The odds that they will come back in fashion by the time you will use them again is slim. So even though you’ve saved your kitchen’s wall paper for the last fifteen years, don’t deal with the hassle of having to store it for another thirty. Simply leave it.

Older items that you are not using don’t have to be thrown away. You can get some extra moving money by having a garage sale. Or if you would like to donate them, there are many places that accept donations for good humanitarian causes.

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Furniture That Requires Extra Care During a Move

Tuesday, December 1st, 2009

There are certain items in your home that will need extra care when moving. These items need to be moved by competent movers that will handle them delicately and appropriately. Professional movers are a good investment for these sensitive items because they are already trained to remove these items.

Larger furniture items tend to break off easier during moves. Be sure to plan ahead and pack breakable and sensitive items correctly to ensure their safety on your drive. Here are some ideas of different furniture that requires extra care during a move.

Moving a piano can be really difficult- professional help is a good idea

Moving a piano can be really difficult- professional help is a good idea

Piano – A piano is one of the most difficult items for a mover to move. They are very delicate and awkward because of their shape and size. Find a mover that is specifically trained and experienced with moving pianos to ensure the best moving care.

Stove – Make sure your stove is disconnected before your move. Remove anything that can fall off, such as removable coils, and place them in their own separate box. When you are moving your stove be sure that all gas lines are properly secured.

Television – Televisions are also a risky object to move. They need to be packaged very carefully to avoid a break with the screen. Screens can break easily, so be sure to have a lot of protective padding around the television set before risking a move.

Washer and Dryer – These items both need to be handled with a lot of precaution. They are huge, bulky items and can be real headaches to move. Professionals have equipment to handle these large items and will do a good job with moving them from your home.

Freezer and Refrigerator – Its a good idea to defrost your refrigerator and freezer at least 2 days before your move. This will help keep the musty smell from settling in. Remove all shelves ansewingd package them in a separate box so they don’t break off mid-way through the move.

Sewing Machine – This item doesn’t need extra attention for small, local moves. If you are traveling long distance, however, it is a good idea to make sure it is properly packaged. Place paper or padding all around the machine, as well as in between the lid and base, to be sure there isn’t any unnecessary rubbing that will damage it during the move.

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Tips For Properly Moving Furniture

Tuesday, December 1st, 2009

Your body can go through a lot during a move. Don’t wear yourself out by not planning ahead of time and taking extra care when moving your items. Even if you decide to hire professional moving company there are some precautions you should take for your safety.

Don’t put too much weight in one box. Put heavier items in smaller boxes, and lighter items in the bigger boxes. You should be able to lift the box without straining too much from the weight.

When carrying heavier items remember the proper way to lift. You never want to lift with your back. Use your legs by squatting down and then lifting with your lower body so you don’t put extra strain on your back.

Before carrying your boxes make sure you are steady on your feet. You may have to carry the box up and down the stairs, or long distances to and from the truck, so be certain you have a good hold on it. If you are nervous you may drop it, ask for assistance.

You can rent proper moving equipment to help move heavier items. This will help save your back from having to lift the larger items. Rent a dolly or two to stack boxes on or other larger items.

Watch out for any possible hardships with your environment. Move the truck as close to your home as you can so you don’t have to cross as long a distance when placing items inside. Look for any posts or poles that may get in the way of your movers.

Let your movers know which items are heavier. Set those boxes aside so the proper people can handle those loads. Its also a good idea to let them know which boxes are delicate so they can handle those with extra care.

Organize everyone so they have specific roles. Certain people are better suited to move heavier furniture and boxes. Assemble the movers how you would like them to avoid collisions and unnecessary people getting in the way when moving the heavier items.

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