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A quality moving blanket is an essential tool for piano movers. Whether you are undertaking the move yourself or hiring a professional moving company to do the job – an often overlooked tool is the “quilt” that is used.
I have been guilty of moving furniture and using old sheets or comforters as padding to protect both the item and the floors. For a lighter object or for boxed items – these old linens might just do the trick. But for a big heavy instrument – heavy duty moving blankets are a requirement.
To those that unfamiliar with the professional movers trade – all moving blankets might appear to be the same. In fact, like most other things – this items come in a variety of grades. An economy version will be thin and lack sufficient padding. While a premium version might be quilted with a thick and durable padding inside. It is this quilted version that will provide the most protection for the piano itself.
If you are undertaking the move on your own – it may be prudent to invest in a few of these covers. Throw one over the top of the instrument to protect the surface from scratches and dings. Use a second blanket to protect the piano bench in a similar manner. The floor will also need protection – especially if it is a wood floor. Often the weight of the instrument will leave long dented tracks in the floor – even if the item is on rollers.
It is because of these nuances that I prefer to hire professional piano movers . But once again – as part of the evaluation process – it is important to inspect the quality of the company’s equipment. A reputable company will not skimp on the moving blankets that they use. After all – this is the easiest way for them to ensure that none of your items will be damaged in transit. If the quilts that they use are in tatters – what kind of message does this send? Sometimes as consumers we tend to ignore those visual cues and give others the benefit of the doubt. However when it comes to our possessions – that approach is probably not prudent.
The bottom line is that it is important to use quality materials to ensure a safe move for your piano.
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Piano Movers CA - California is a big state – so it goes without saying that finding the best people to move your prized instrument is crucial.
What customers don’t often realize is that an organ/piano can weigh up to one thousand pounds. That is a lot of weight for an inexperienced company.
As I have mentioned before in my piano moving tips section – it is important research the mover thoroughly before making a decision. And knowing upfront what the cost that piano movers charge is important before signing on the dotted line. You don’t want to get hit lots of extras at the time of delivery.
That being said and getting back to California – there are several companies that service this part of the US. While I would love to provide a list here – it might then seem that I endorse these businesses. In truth, I cannot recommend one service over another – because each customer has different expectations and requirements.
However – I can say that you should look for professional piano movers CA has a lot of reputable companies. If you do your due diligence and check references then you will ensure yourself a smooth move.
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When it comes to choosing piano movers, you can never be too thorough. After all you are entrusting a very expensive and delicate instrument into their care.
As with any company that you are considering doing business with you will need to research their reputation before giving the piano moving company serious consideration. The obvious and often overlooked method for doing this is by calling the references that they provide. Many people think that if someone provides names as references then those people will offer glowing recommendations. This could not be farther from the truth. In reality references will often open your eyes to problem areas or additional considerations that you may not have thought of.
One question you should always ask of the references is whether the actually had a piano moved. This is especially the case if you are contracting with a general moving company as opposed to a company that exclusively moves pianos.
Another method of checking out a piano movers reputation is to call the local Better Business Bureau or check the BBB online. If there were ever any complaints filed you will be able to see these here.
Word of mouth is another tried and true method. Word gets around, and it is nice to choose somebody that comes highly recommended.
If you have any experiences moving your keyboard that you would like to share – I would love to hear them!
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