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How To Move Large Items With Ease

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How To Move Large Items With Ease

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Unless you're a pro when it comes to moving large items, there's every likelihood that you'd either damage your items or inflict an injury on yourself if you don't take certain precautions. And I can tell you're not a pro since you're reading this post. Smiles.

So, if you're moving large items out of or into an apartment, house, storage, or office in Auckland - or anywhere around New Zealand, below are some tips that can help you succeed in doing so and also have your body and stuff in one piece thereafter.

1. Let Your Muscles Work Only After Your Brain Has Worked

When it comes to moving large items such as sofas or the refrigerator, brain work is more important than your gushing supply of energy. Trying to move a refrigerator through a much more narrower passage would certainly prove futile - no matter how strong you might be. If you're not careful, you might even end up damaging some parts of it.

It would make more sense if you measure the route to and from your moving van before you start to move large items.

You should also carry out mental calculations to ascertain whether one man with a van or two men with a van would be efficient in moving the items. Ensure to get help either from friends or professional movers if the latter is the case.

2. Minimize Weights

It's much easier to move light-weighted large objects than heavy ones. Therefore, ensure you shed that large stuff off as much weight as you can before moving them.

Try removing the drawers from your cabinets and large office tables before moving them. You can also consult your refrigerator manual for how to detach some parts like the doors before moving them. You can also disassemble beds and cabinets prior to your relocation.

3. Don't Pull, Push!

I bet you don't want to move into your new home or office with a broken back. Therefore, push those large and heavy objects. Don't pull them. This is because pulling strains your back much more than pushing does.

If you're scared of damaging the item or your flooring, then place cartons or carpets underneath the items before pushing them. Sliders and other moving tools would be even more efficient in this case.

4. Moving Tools

If you're wondering if moving large items must always be done meticulously and with so much strength, well my answer is no. Some tools have been fabricated to make tasks such as moving as easy and efficient as possible. You only need to know which tool to use and how to use them properly. Examples are:

  • Moving dollies

  • Lifting straps

  • Sliders

  • Stair rollers

5. Get An Efficient Moving Company

For me, this is the best option. You only get to stand in one corner of your property and watch professionals tow your large items in or out of your space. And the best way to enjoy the services of professional movers in New Zealand is to get free quotes on Wise Move. With just one enquiry, you'll have a long list of competent moving companies and their quotes so you can make the best possible choice.

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Entertainment unit
Rolleston
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9.5
Rod
Reviewed 7 hours ago
Awesome service at a great rate. Good communication. My only gripe is there was some gravel and sediment left in a drawer which caused a wooden shelf to rub against the floor of the entertainment unit leaving some very significant marks and scratches. Finer details but details none the less. Would happily use again without hesitation and would highly recommend regardless
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Glenfield, Auckland
Westgate, Tāmaki Makaurau
10
Fiona
Reviewed 8 hours ago
Very high efficiency & friendly team. Clear communication throughout the moving process, replying messages in a very short time. All items were handled with great care and arrived in perfect condition. The team is professional and respectful at all times.
$290
2 x Danish design Viking armchairs
Masterton
West Melton
10
GRACE
Reviewed 16 hours ago
Awesome service! Highly recommend these guys!
$275
Tall boy
Upper Hutt
Lake Ōkareka, Rotorua
10
Norman
Reviewed 17 hours ago
Would use these guys again. Phil was great with communication and I was really happy with the service.
$360
Couch, Couch
Waihi Beach
New Lynn, Auckland
10
Suzanne
Reviewed 1 day ago
Great. Very easy. Good communication
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3 seater sofa
Remuera, Auckland
Mount Maunganui
10
Alex
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I messed up the pick up address and Vinoth was really patient. Great comms throughout too!
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Kaiapoi
10
James
Reviewed 1 day ago
Highly recommended! I’ve used Jerald for moving furniture before, and he was fantastic once again. Professional, punctual, and handles everything with care.
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Green Bay, Auckland
Te Awamutu
10
Iresh
Reviewed 1 day ago
They were very fast and professional. I would recommend Lord Peirs to my friends.

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