It’s one thing to toss a few boxes in the back of a car, but moving a piano coast-to-coast? No small feat. Shipping large items across the country might seem like a giant headache but with the right know-how (and help), it doesn’t have to be. Let’s dive into the secrets of making this massive move feel like a breeze.
This task is far from being easy - but it's not impossible!
Start by measuring and planning ahead. Your best course of action is to hire professional movers for expert handling, packing, and transport. They can handle disassembly and heavy lifting, making the process smooth and stress-free.
Measure Twice, Ship Once – Sizing up Your Large Items and Planning Ahead
51% of people claim that moving furniture is the ultimate stress test – and they’re probably right. It’s like playing a life-sized game of Tetris, but with pieces that weigh a ton and definitely don’t fit neatly into a grid. The big stuff has a way of turning even the calmest of us into reluctant logistics managers, frantically eyeballing doorframes and praying nothing breaks.
But here’s the secret sauce to a stress-free move – measuring and planning. Sure, it may not sound as thrilling, but a few quick measurements now save you from wrestling matches with the furniture later.
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The Best Way to Ship Large Items Across the Country? Hiring Long-Distance Movers, of Course!
When it comes to relocating to another state, professional cross-country movers are that secret weapon you never knew you needed. These folks aren’t just lifting with their knees – they’re bringing moving trucks, dollies, and years of experience to the game. Instead of you battling with furniture that weighs more than your last five grocery hauls combined, the pros can handle it all.
No matter how impossible it seems, the pros have done this countless times
Cross-Country Moving Services Include Disassembly and the Heavy Lifting
Here’s where things get really exciting – movers usually include disassembly in their services. Yes, they’ll actually take apart that enormous bed frame that’s haunted you ever since you made the decision to move. The pros will also do the lifting, so you can avoid awkwardly wedging the couch up the stairs.
Create a Detailed Budget for Shipping Large Items Across the Country
Once you book your long-distance moving services, you’ll know exactly what you’re working with, and that means no unexpected wallet-draining surprises. Creating a relocation budget lets you plan for the essentials – like packing materials – while keeping a little extra set aside for coffee, because, let’s face it, you’re going to need it!
When you know what you're working with financially, planning is easier
Wrapping It Right – Here’s How to Ship Large Items Across the Country
Throughout this whole ordeal, the most important thing is to protect your stuff, big or small, from bumps, bruises, and the occasional rogue pothole. Think of it as tucking the furniture in for a cross-country nap – only with a lot more padding. Here’s a quick cheat sheet for wrapping some of the big players:
- Couches – wrap each cushion in plastic, then cover the whole couch in moving blankets and throw in some bubble wrap for good measure,
- Tables – remove the legs if you can, wrap each one separately, and cover the tabletop with a blanket and a layer of cardboard for extra armor,
- Mirrors – put cross strips of tape over the glass, then wrap the mirror in cardboard and bubble wrap.
A Good Long-Distance Moving Company Can Handle It All
If wrapping all that sounds like more than you signed up for, don’t worry – as we’ve mentioned, hiring movers is always an option. Moreover, many of them, such as Long Distance USA Movers, offer full packing services, meaning they’ll not only bring the necessary materials but also wrap every item with expert hands.
So, if you want help with everything from that grand piano to your favorite mug, you can count on them! And for that big thing in your driveway, they offer auto transport too! You can kick back and let them handle the bubble wrap, boxes, and all the heavy lifting. You’ll be saved from packing tape disasters and endless trips to the supply store – doesn’t that sound like a dream?
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Move your car across the country in an open or enclosed trailer – for an affordable fee. We offer car transport as a standalone service, but you can bundle it with your household move and get a hefty discount.
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Sit back and relax, we’ve got packing services covered. We use moving blankets, shrink wrap, bubble wrap and even custom wooden crating. Your stuff will be protected and carefully handled during the move.
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Learn moreHome Sweet Home – What to Do When Your Shipment Arrives
Now that we’ve covered this process, are you really surprised that a Forbes survey found that a third of people said it would literally be impossible without the pros on your side? It’s pretty obvious. However, once all the stuff reaches the new home, it’s not exactly over.
Check for any dings, dents, or signs that your beloved couch may have had a wild adventure. If everything’s in tip-top shape you can finally start the fun part – settling in! Unwrap your treasures and maybe even give that travel-weary armchair a pat for making it across the country.
It's time for the best part - unwrapping your next chapter
Time to Settle in and Enjoy Your New Space!
Moving big, bulky items across the country isn’t exactly everyone’s idea of a good time – unless you’re into heavy lifting. But with the right planning, some strategic bubble wrapping, and a team of pros, it’s entirely possible.
For this task, our team at Long Distance USA Movers is ready to make it happen! We’ll handle it all, so you don’t have to break a sweat! Contact us today so you can sit back, relax, and let them take care of the heavy stuff – literally.
