White-Glove Service
Specialty items receive extra attention with white-glove handling. We treat your valuable possessions with the care they deserve, using specialized techniques and materials designed specifically for high-value or delicate items.
Expert Care for Your Most Valuable Possessions
From priceless antiques to fine art collections, our specialty moving team provides white glove service for items that require extra care and expertise.
Service Details
Everything you need to know about this service
What's Included
All the services included in your move
- Specialized packing materials for delicate items
- Photo documentation before and after
What's NOT Included
Services not covered by this package
- Appraisal or valuation services
- Restoration or repair of damaged items
- Long-term climate-controlled storage
- International shipping and customs
- Installation requiring professional mounting (art, chandeliers)
What You Need to Prepare
Please have these items ready before your move
- Detailed description and photos of items
- Dimensions, weight, and fragility assessment
- Access conditions at both locations
Premium Protectionfor Your Valuables
Your most precious possessions deserve exceptional care. Our white-glove service combines specialized handling techniques for artwork, antiques, and irreplaceable items.
High-Value Insurance
We carry insurance for high-value items beyond standard moving coverage. Your artwork, antiques, and valuables are protected with high-value insurance.
Our Specialty Moving Process
1Detailed Assessment
We assess each specialty item's dimensions, weight, fragility, and value. We identify access challenges and determine the optimal protection and handling methods.
2Custom Protection Plan
We create a protection plan specific to each item, whether that's specialized wrapping, or particular handling techniques.
3Careful Preparation
Items are wrapped, padded, or crated using appropriate materials. We document condition with photos and secure insurance coverage for the stated value.
4Specialized Transport
Specialty items are loaded last and secured independently in the truck.
5Precise Placement & Installation
We carefully deliver and place items in their exact locations, and can coordinate with installers for proper mounting or setup.
Specialty Items We Move
Fine Art & Collectibles: We move paintings, sculptures, art collections, antiques, and collectibles with museum-quality care.
Heavy & Oversized Items: Our specialty moving includes gun safes, commercial safes, pool tables, hot tubs, exercise equipment, industrial machinery, workshop equipment, and large sculptures. We have equipment rated for extremely heavy items including reinforced dollies and rigging equipment for multi-thousand-pound items.
Delicate & Valuable Items: We move grandfather clocks, chandeliers, glass cabinets, china collections, wine cellars, musical instruments (beyond pianos), antique furniture, and medical equipment. Each category requires specific knowledge about disassembly, protection, and proper handling techniques.
Specialty Moving FAQs
Specialty moving costs vary significantly based on the item. Simple specialty items (oversized furniture, basic safes) might add $100-$300 to a move. Complex items requiring extreme care range from $500-$2,000+. Pool table moves cost $400-$800 including disassembly and reassembly. Large safe moves cost $300-$1,500+ depending on weight and stairs. Fine art ranges from $200-$1,000+ per piece. We provide detailed quotes after assessing the specific item and move circumstances.
Yes, we carry high-value insurance beyond standard moving coverage. Standard moving insurance is based on weight which doesn't adequately cover valuable items. We can provide certificates of insurance showing coverage levels for your peace of mind.
Yes, we regularly move gun safes, commercial safes, and other extremely heavy items weighing up to 2,000+ pounds. We use specialized equipment including reinforced dollies, rigging straps, and additional crew members as needed. Stairs significantly increase complexity and cost. For some extremely heavy safes in difficult locations, we coordinate crane services to lift through windows or over balconies. We assess access during the quote to ensure we bring appropriate equipment and crew.