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Moving delicate artwork

I have worked in remote communities for many years. I loved the connection I formed with the communities, and I amassed quite a collection of Aboriginal artwork on bark. It's actually worth quite a bit of money now, in addition to the massive sentimental value when I recall my relationships with the artists who made the work. I still have to move for work regularly, so I've become quite an expert on how to move delicate artworks on non-traditional formats. This blog is all about strategies for moving and storing delicate artwork so they can be enjoyed for years to come.

Why Book Specialist Furniture Removalists?

Most people only book a removals firm when they are moving house. This is quite sensible, of course, because packing up all of your belongings and taking them to your new home on your moving day is a long, laborious job that requires extra manpower or it simply won't get done on time. However, when people have just one or two large items to move, they will often try to do the job themselves or book a van service which isn't a removals specialist. This can be a mistake because you simply won't get the same level of expertise as you would with proper furniture removalists. Read on to find out why furniture removals should be handled by professionals.

Experienced Movers and Handlers

The first thing to say about professionals in the moving industry is that they have the necessary know-how to pick up items like wardrobes, sofas and mattresses and get them in and out of properties with the minimum of fuss. All too often, it is easy to scrape large items of furniture along walls or to knock them into door jambs. This can damage your home as well as your furniture, of course. Turn to experts instead and get the job done properly.

Adequate Insurance

Unlike man-and-van services or doing the job yourself, removalists will have proper insurance that covers furniture—and other items—in transit. When you take things out of your home, your usual contents insurance is unlikely to provide cover for damage or loss. However, when you book professionals, there will be insurance that covers all eventualities.

Competitive Rates

Another thing you should consider when comparing hiring a self-drive van compared to booking removals experts is that the cost of getting professionals in may well be much lower than you had expected. That's because many firms will charge a much lower rate for moving a few pieces of furniture for you compared to conducting a full house move. Simply ask for a quotation before you make your mind up about what the most cost-effective way of moving your furniture might be.

Avoid Potential Injury

Finally, it is worth adding that many Australians injure themselves when they try to move heavy and bulky items like divan beds and armchairs. This is especially so when you need to carry them up or down a stairway. Why take the chance when professionals can be booked to do all the heavy lifting for you?

Contact furniture removalists near you to learn more.