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Hoisting is a specialized moving service used when large or heavy items cannot be transported through traditional means like staircases, elevators, or doorways. This method involves safely lifting and maneuvering items through windows, balconies, or other exterior openings using ropes, pulleys, or cranes. Hoisting is essential in urban settings, where tight spaces and high-rise buildings make standard moving methods impossible. Whether you’re moving a bulky sofa, oversized bed, or delicate artwork, professional hoisting ensures your belongings are handled with care and precision.
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What Is Hoisting and When Is It Necessary in Moving?
Benefits of Professional Hoisting Services
Professional hoisting services offer several benefits, including enhanced safety, efficiency, and peace of mind. DIY hoisting can lead to damage to property or injury, but expert movers like Poseidon Moving use advanced equipment and proven techniques to minimize risks. Our team is trained to handle challenging scenarios, ensuring your items are moved seamlessly without compromising their condition. By choosing professional hoisting services, you save time, reduce stress, and avoid costly mistakes.
Common Items That Require Hoisting During a Move
Certain items are simply too large, awkwardly shaped, or heavy to fit through standard entryways, narrow stairways, or elevators, making hoisting the only viable option. Common examples for hoisting furniture include:
• Grand pianos
• Sectional sofas
• King-size mattresses and bed frames
• Refrigerators and other large appliances
• Antique or delicate furniture
• Custom-made furniture pieces
These items require careful planning and handling to avoid damage, which is why Poseidon Moving specializes in hoisting such challenging items.
Safety Measures Taken During Hoisting
Safety is our top priority during every hoisting operation. Poseidon Moving follows strict protocols to ensure the security of your belongings and the safety of everyone involved. These measures include:
• Thorough pre-hoisting assessments to identify risks
• Use of high-quality ropes, pulleys, and cranes
• Training our team in advanced hoisting techniques
• Properly securing items to prevent shifting or damage
• Adhering to local building and safety regulations
Our meticulous approach guarantees that your valuables are transported without incident, even in challenging environments.
How to Prepare for Hoisting Services During Your Move
Proper preparation is crucial for a successful hoisting operation. Here are a few tips to help you get ready:
• Measure Your Space: Ensure the item cannot fit through traditional entryways before opting for hoisting.
• Clear the Area: Remove any obstacles from the pathway, windows, or balconies involved in the hoisting process.
• Communicate with Movers: Share details about the item’s size, weight, and fragility with our team beforehand.
• Secure Permits (if required): Some locations may require permits for hoisting operations, especially if cranes are involved.
• Protect Nearby Surfaces: Cover walls, floors, or any surfaces that may be impacted during the process.
With these steps, Poseidon Moving ensures a smooth and hassle-free hoisting experience.
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“Non-allowable” is an industry term for hazardous items professional movers will not transport and are those generally considered explosive, flammable or corrosive.
Please do not ask our team to move living organisms such as plants, fish, pets…
Yes, but we are not liable for those items unless they’re properly reported item by item.
Let us know if you have items of extraordinary value and we’ll walk you through valuation options.
During move-out we can generally remove artwork, mounted TVs, and window ACs.
Additional cost applies on dismounting and mounting TV.
Please reach out to your account manager to make sure our team has the right tools during your move.
Yes, our trucks are fully stocked with moving supplies and proper equipment you may need for your move.
If you are not fully packed/prepared for your move please let us know prior to your moving date and we’ll make sure our team has the necessary packing supplies to assist you.
