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SPECIALTY MOVERS

Specialty Moving Services

Not everything in a home or office fits into a standard moving box. Pianos, antiques, fine art, safes, medical equipment, and vehicles all demand a different level of handling — different materials, different techniques, and crews who have done it before. Poseidon Moving provides specialty moving services built around the item, not around a template.

Every specialty job starts with a detailed consultation. Your dedicated move coordinator evaluates the item, confirms access at both locations, and builds a handling plan before anything gets touched. We carry the proper equipment, packing materials, and coverage to move high-value and oversized items locally or across state.

WHAT WE MOVE

Items That Need Specialized Handling

From concert grands to gun safes, these are the items that require more than a truck and a dolly.

Pianos

Uprights, baby grands, and concert grands moved with piano boards, locking casters, and reinforced padding.

✓Upright pianos

✓Baby grand

✓Concert grand

✓Disassembly

✓Climate awareness

✓Tuning coordination

Fine Art & Antiques

Custom crating, acid-free wrapping, and climate-aware transport for irreplaceable pieces.

✓Oil paintings

✓Sculptures

✓Framed mirrors

✓Antique furniture

✓Collectibles

✓Custom crating

Safes & Heavy Items

Gun safes, floor safes, and commercial vaults moved with hydraulic equipment and reinforced dollies.

✓Gun safes

✓Floor safes

✓Commercial vaults

✓Filing cabinets

✓Stair navigation

✓Floor protection

Auto Transport

Open and enclosed carrier options for cars, motorcycles, and recreational vehicles across 48 states.

✓Sedans & SUVs

✓Motorcycles

✓Classic cars

✓Enclosed transport

✓Open carrier

✓Door-to-door

Medical & Lab Equipment

Sensitive instruments, imaging machines, and lab hardware moved with custom bracing and vibration control.

✓Imaging machines

✓Lab instruments

✓Dental chairs

✓Exam tables

✓Custom bracing

✓Vibration control

Oversized & Unusual

Hot tubs, pool tables, marble countertops, and anything that doesn't fit through a standard door.

✓Hot tubs & spas

✓Pool tables

✓Marble & stone

✓Gym equipment

✓Wine cellars

✓Industrial items

Specialty items fail during moves for predictable reasons — wrong equipment, rushed timelines, crews unfamiliar with the item, or packing that does not account for vibration and temperature. We plan around those risks specifically.

Our approach starts with the item itself. We assess weight distribution, fragility points, access constraints, and transit distance before selecting materials or assigning a crew. The result is a handling plan built for your item — not a checklist pulled from a manual.

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WHAT WE OFFER

We build item-specific crates in-house for artwork, sculptures, marble surfaces, and fragile antiques. Each crate is measured to the piece and lined with foam or padding that prevents contact shifting during transit.

✓ Wooden crates

✓ Foam lining

✓ Corner protectors

✓ Acid-free wrap

✓ Glassine paper

✓ Bubble barriers

Every specialty item receives multi-layer protection — furniture blankets, stretch wrap, and item-specific cushioning. Pianos get piano boards and locking covers. Antiques get padded separators between components.

✓ Furniture blankets

✓ Stretch wrap

✓ Piano boards

✓ Padded separators

✓ Edge guards

✓ Surface shields

Standard dollies and straps are not enough for a 1,200-pound concert grand or a 600-pound gun safe. We use piano skids, hydraulic lifts, hoisting straps, and stair-climbing equipment rated for the load.

✓ Piano skids

✓ Hydraulic lifts

✓ Hoisting straps

✓ Stair climbers

✓ Appliance dollies

✓ Custom rigging

Items are loaded last and positioned against reinforced walls inside the truck. Ratchet straps, load bars, and non-slip matting keep everything locked in place. For long-distance specialty moves, we use dedicated truck space — your items are not sharing a trailer with another household.

✓ Ratchet straps

✓ Load bars

✓ Non-slip matting

✓ Dedicated space

Basic liability coverage at $0.60 per pound per item is included on every move. For high-value specialty items, we offer full-value protection options that cover repair or replacement cost. Your coordinator will walk you through the options during your consultation.

BEFORE YOU BOOK

What to Know Before Scheduling a Specialty Move

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Tell Us Exactly What You Are Moving

Photos, dimensions, and weight estimates help us plan accurately. If you are moving a piano, we need to know the type (upright, baby grand, concert grand), the floor it is on, and whether there are stairs or tight turns involved. The more detail upfront, the fewer surprises on move day.

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Access Matters More Than You Think

A 500-pound safe on the second floor of a walkup is a different job than the same safe in a ground-level garage. We confirm door widths, staircase angles, elevator dimensions, and parking access at both locations before quoting. If hoisting or crane service is needed, that gets factored in early.

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Book Early for Long-Distance Specialty Moves

Specialty items on interstate moves need dedicated truck space and sometimes climate-controlled transport. Four to six weeks of lead time is ideal. Summer months fill faster — if you are moving June through August, plan for eight weeks or more.

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Insurance and Valuation Should Be Decided Before Move Day

Standard liability covers $0.60 per pound per item. For a 300-pound antique armoire worth $12,000, that is $180 in coverage — nowhere close to replacement value. Full-value protection is available and should be confirmed during your pre-move consultation, not the morning of pickup.

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Keep Original Hardware and Documentation

If your item was delivered with assembly hardware, mounting brackets, or manufacturer instructions, set those aside before we arrive. Piano lids, furniture legs, and glass shelving are easier to reassemble when the original components are accounted for. Label bags by item if you have multiple pieces.

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WHY POSEIDON

What Sets Our Specialty Moving Apart

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Item-Level Planning

Every specialty move starts with a dedicated assessment — not a one-size-fits-all checklist. We evaluate your item’s weight, dimensions, fragility, and access constraints before selecting equipment or assigning crew.

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Trained Specialty Crews

Our teams are trained specifically for high-value and oversized items. Piano handling, art crating, safe rigging, and vehicle loading each require distinct techniques — and our crews know the difference.

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Flat-Rate, No-Surprise Pricing

You receive a written quote that covers labor, materials, transport, and any access charges. The number does not change on move day unless you add scope. What you see in the estimate is what appears on the invoice.

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Nationwide Capability

We move specialty items across all 48 contiguous states with active USDOT and MC credentials. Whether it is a piano going from Chicago to Phoenix or an art collection moving from New York to Los Angeles, we handle the full distance.

PRICING

Specialty Moving Costs

Specialty item pricing depends on what you are moving, how far it is going, and what is involved at each end. A 400-pound upright piano on a ground floor is a different job than a 1,200-pound concert grand on the third floor of a brownstone. Weight, dimensions, fragility, access difficulty, and distance all factor into the final number.

Every quote is item-specific and includes labor, packing materials, equipment, and transport. No separate line items for crating supplies or stair carries — those are built into the flat rate. Get an exact number using our online quote tool or call (866) 565-1516 to walk through it with a coordinator.

ITEM TYPE	LOCAL	LONG DISTANCE
Piano (upright)	$250–$500	$500–$1,500
Piano (grand)	$400–$900	$800–$2,500
Art & antiques	$200–$600	$500–$1,800
Safe (under 500lb)	$200–$450	$400–$1,200
Safe (500lb+)	$350–$800	$700–$2,000
Auto transport	—	$800–$2,500
Pool table	$300–$600	$600–$1,500

QUESTIONS

Specialty Moving Questions Answered

Anything that is fragile, unusually heavy, oversized, high-value, or requires disassembly and specialized equipment to move safely. Common examples include pianos, antiques, fine art, safes, medical equipment, hot tubs, pool tables, and vehicles. If it cannot go on a standard dolly and into a moving box, it is a specialty item.

Yes. We move uprights, baby grands, and concert grands across all 48 contiguous states. Each piano is secured on a piano board, wrapped in padded blankets, and loaded into a reinforced position inside the truck. For long-distance moves, we recommend waiting two to three weeks after delivery before having the instrument tuned — it needs time to adjust to the new environment.

Yes. Our team builds item-specific wooden crates lined with foam and acid-free materials. Each crate is measured to the piece — not pulled from a stock size. This applies to paintings, sculptures, marble tabletops, framed mirrors, and any antique that cannot be adequately protected with standard wrapping alone.

Every specialty item gets its own quote based on weight, dimensions, fragility, access difficulty, and distance. The price includes labor, materials, equipment, and transport — no hidden line items for crating or stair carries. You receive a flat-rate number before anything is scheduled.

Basic liability coverage at $0.60 per pound per item is included with every move. For high-value pieces, we offer full-value protection that covers the actual repair or replacement cost. Your move coordinator will review both options during your consultation so coverage is confirmed before pickup — not after.

GET STARTED

Have something that needs special handling?

Tell us what you are moving and we will build a plan around it. Get your flat-rate price online or call (866) 565-1516 to talk through the details.

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How do I get an estimate?

Virtual Walkthrough

Schedule a virtual walkthrough via Google Meet for a precise assessment of your moving needs. It’s quick and efficient—perfect for busy schedules.

Update Inventory Online

Prefer managing things yourself? Update your inventory directly through your online account. It’s simple and allows you to adjust details anytime.

Email or Call Us

Send us your item list at info@poseidonmoving.com, or call us at 866-565-1516, and we’ll update your account for you. Ideal for those who want a personal touch.

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Qualify for a free in-person quote if you’re moving from a home with 2+ bedrooms. We’ll come to you to ensure your quote is precise and tailored to your specific needs.

Any items that can't be moved or illegal to move?

“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…

Can jewelry and other valuables be moved?

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.

Can you take down/hang my art work, TV, AC...

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.

Do you have moving supplies/equipment on the truck?

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.

Specialty Moving Services

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Specialty Moving Services

Items That Need Specialized Handling

Pianos

Fine Art & Antiques

Safes & Heavy Items

Auto Transport

Medical & Lab Equipment

Oversized & Unusual

Poseidon at a Glance

What to Know Before Scheduling a Specialty Move

What Sets Our Specialty Moving Apart

Specialty Moving Costs

Specialty Moving Questions Answered

Have something that needs special handling?

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Poseidon Moving Cares

The Team Behind Your Seamless Move

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