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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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Things You Can Use Your Moving Boxes For After Your Move

Monday, April 5th, 2010

You’ve made the move, now what? You will most likely have had to use a lot of moving boxes during the move. Boxes make it much easier for your movers to safely transport your items. Here are a few ideas of things you can do with your moving boxes instead of simply throwing them away.

1.) Dismantle them. Push them together so that they are flat and place them on the floor. You can store them in closets and under beds until you have use of them again.

2.) Plan to use them for various crafts and projects. Craft knifes and box cutters can come in handy when working with cardboard box crafts.

3.) Consider making a trash bin. Cut cardboard panels out of your box and tape or glue them together to make an open container. You can decorate the outside of the container with craft paper or fabric to match your decor.

4.) Make a shoe box. Use a craft knife to cut off the box flaps. Decorate the outside or leave as is and place shoes inside so they are not scattered all over your home.

movers of boxes

movers of boxes

5.) Make a picture frame. Cut out pieces of the box to use as the backboard of the picture. You can make art frames out of cardboard as well by gluing strips of cardboard together. Be sure only to attach light art items on the frame so it stays together.

6.) Call Two Man Movers up and we will gladly take any extra cardboard boxes you do not need. Two Man Movers will go directly to your home so you do not even need to make a trip to down. We’ll swing by your home and take the boxes off your hands.

7.) Cut up your box to provide a divider for your dresser drawers. Sometimes it can be hard to keep track of items in one large drawer. Create dividers to keep things organized by gluing cardboard sections to one another that fit inside your dresser drawer.

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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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Moving Hazards to be Aware of

Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009

When planning to do your own packing, it is important to know which items you should and should not pack with the rest of the items in your moving van. There are certain safety guidelines that need to be followed when moving certain items. If there is anything hazardous, it is best to leave those items alone.

Some items need professional help when getting packed. For example, when moving a piano, professionals will be better able to handle it then you would. Here are some items that you should also be wary of packing for safety reasons, and you will need to pay special attention to.

household_cleanersHousehold Cleaners – Household cleaners and bleaches, when mixed, can give off fumes that can be dangerous and can even result in a fire. Temperatures can reach a high level quickly in moving trucks. These types of hot temperatures are what lead to dangerous circumstances.

Fertilizer – If you are planning on packing fertilizer for your garden, don’t pack it in a closed truck for a long distance. Fertilizer can be very flammable and shouldn’t be kept in hot conditions. Weed killer is also a flammable substance, so be careful when transporting that as well.

Lighter Fluid – Don’t pack lighter fluid in your moving truck. It can easily combust and burn. Most lighter fluid is very affordable, so a good idea would be just to leave it for a neighbor or friend and buy some more when you get to your new home.

Car Batteries – Car batteries shouldn’t be moved with other items. They can leak and cause serous injuries or burns to those moving them back and forth to the truck. If they do leak they can become a very serious fire hazard on transit.blackfiring-ammunition-380

Ammunition – Don’t transport ammunition either. Serious circumstances can happen if ammunition gets too hot. If you have to transport your ammo, only do so in a cool, air-conditioned vehicle that will keep the ammunition cooler. Keep your firearms and ammunition separate when moving them.

Perishables – Anything that can die or get soiled shouldn’t be placed with the rest of your items in a moving van. Don’t pack food, plants, or other living things. The only foods that you should pack are those that are sealed, packaged, or canned foods.

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Strap Your Items Securely During Your Move

Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009

Potential problems can easily arise when furniture is not strapped properly to the bed of your truck. It is essential that you take precautions when moving to and from locations when you are carrying heavy loads. Be sure to strap your furniture with secure straps to prevent harm from happening to your items or others on the road.

One option you can take is to hire professional movers. Professional moving companies have equipment that helps them load items to and from your home safely. They are trained on how to properly pack a moving truck so items will transport well.

If you decide to move your possessions in your own vehicle, remember to strap down your objpickup-motorcycle-tie-downs-anchorsects that have a possibility of moving around. A lot of damage can happen when things aren’t strapped down properly. Pay special attention to heavy items that can damage the other packages or even fall out of the bed of your truck if moved around too much.

Ratchet tie-downs work well for bulky items. They can keep even the largest of items from sliding around in your truck. If you are transporting riding lawn mowers or motorcycles, ratchet tie-downs are a good investment.

Other straps can work well for your move as well. Bungee chords are inexpensive and work great for small items, like bicycles or push lawn mowers. Ropes are another option, though you need to be certain that the knots are tied properly and won’t come undone.

There is certain amount of risk involved when transporting larger items. Be sure that your straps are tight and aren’t loose. The more straps you have on the object the more secure the item will be.

There is always a risk of an accident or injury happening when an item accidentally comes loose. There is little immediate danger to you, as a driver, but loose objects prove to be dangerous for the other cars out there on the road. Drive slowly while you have items in the bed of your truck.

Be aware that the stronger your chords are, the sturdier and more secure your load will be. You can find good quality bungee chords at most departments stores. There are also some professional moving companies that rent out their straps with their equipment, so that is another option if you want to look in to it.

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