What Items Should Be Crated When Moving?
Published by Chris Townsend
What Items Should Be Crated When Moving
Crating is a type of customized moving service that most companies offer if you need to protect something delicate, heavy, or high priced when relocating. There are a host of items that are frequently shifted that can benefit from the extra protection and safety of crating, almost all of which run the risk of getting damaged if moved along with other items. In the paragraphs below, we’ll outline some of the items that are most commonly crated when relocating, as well as the reasons we recommend crating them during a transport.
Art & Delicate Wall Hangings
Fine art and delicate wall hangings are great candidates for crating when moving. Since these items tend to be more fragile, crating them inside of a secure wooden crate with the appropriate padding and protection is the safest way to transport them during a move. This way, they’ll be protected against damage from bumps in the road while on the relocating truck, as well as offering an extra level of protection should any items shift during the delivery process.
Mirrors & Glass Items
Mirrors and larger glass items are among the most commonly crated items by movers. The simple fact of the matter is that any item that could easily break during the relocating process is best protected inside a crate where it can be surrounded by softer padding, while still having a wooden exterior that won’t allow other items to contact the more delicate belongings you’ll be transporting. Many transporters can even make a custom crate that matches the dimensions of what you’re shifting to offer maximum protection while not taking up unnecessary room in the truck.
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Antiques & Collectibles
Any type of collectible or antique is another good candidate for crating during a shift. The reasons are probably fairly obvious here: antiques and collectibles tend to be worth more than your average item, in addition to be easier to damage while relocating. Older items like a delicate piece of furniture should be crated to best protect them while relocating, as should collectors’ items and collections themselves to offer maximum safety. Even things like a wine collection can be crated during a move to ensure that every bottle makes it to your new home with being damaged. If you have any questions about whether an item can be crated (the answer is probably “yes”), feel free to give us a call.
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Electronic Equipment
Electronics are another thing that may warrant crating during a move. While most desktop computers can be moved without incident, things like computer monitors and servers can be damaged when they’re put inside of a large relocating truck with furniture and heavier belongings. If you have any concerns whatsoever about something that could be broken or damaged during a move, it’s a good idea to contact a shifter to see if crating is a viable option. While not every carrier is capable of offering crating services, many of them do and it’s something you should consider if you think it’s a service you might need.
