Specialty Moving in Vancouver
Professional specialty movers who handle antiques, artwork, safes, pianos, and unusual items with expert care and precision.
WHAT WE MOVE
Specialty Moving Services
- Fine art and artwork
- Antiques and vintage furniture
- Pianos and musical instruments
- Safes and secure storage equipment
- Specialty equipment and machinery
- Glass and fragile collections
- Wine collections and climate-sensitive items
- Jewelry and precious collections
- Monument and stone pieces
WHY SPECIALTY MOVING MATTERS
Specialty Items Need Experts
Moving specialty items involves unique challenges. A priceless painting gets exposed to temperature fluctuations. A grand piano loses its tuning during transport. A valuable antique frame cracks from improper handling. These happen because specialty items require specific knowledge, equipment, and techniques that standard movers lack.
Environmental Damage
Fine art, antiques, and valuable items are sensitive to temperature, humidity, and light changes. We use climate-controlled vehicles and maintain consistent conditions.
Structural Damage
Antique furniture, pianos, and delicate pieces suffer damage from rough handling. We use specialized methods and expert handling.
Loss of Functionality
Pianos, mechanical pieces, and equipment lose performance when handled incorrectly. We use techniques that preserve mechanical integrity.
Transport Damage
Artwork, glassware, and fragile items break during transport from poor protection. We use museum-quality crating and custom padding.
Inadequate Equipment
Moving safes, heavy sculptures, and specialty equipment requires specialized equipment most movers don’t have. We have the right tools.
Loss of Value
Improper moves reduce item value. We handle specialty items in ways that preserve condition and value.
PROTECTION & CRATING
Museum-Quality Protection
Every valuable piece is individually assessed and custom-protected.
Custom crating, museum-quality padding, climate-controlled transport, shock-absorbent packaging, individual item assessment, specialized wrapping, custom support systems, and secure fastening.
Items are protected without damaging them.
SPECIAL EXPERTISE
Antiques, Fine Art & Valuable Collections
We understand materials, construction, proper handling, and preservation.
Antique Furniture
We understand wood species, joinery, finishes, and structural integrity.
Fine Art
We understand canvas, stretchers, frames, and environmental sensitivity.
Glass & Collectibles
We understand fragility and special protection.
Sculptures & Stone
We understand weight distribution and safe movement.
Jewelry & Precious Metals
We handle with security appropriate to value.
Rare Books & Manuscripts
Climate control and careful handling.
Mechanical Pieces
We preserve working mechanisms.
Tell us about valuable items during your quote.
HEAVY & UNUSUAL ITEMS
Large Items & Unusual Pieces
Vancouver homes and businesses contain specialty items that seem impossible to move. We’ve done this hundreds of times using specialized techniques and equipment.
Piano Moving
Specialized equipment, multiple trained movers, techniques that preserve tuning. We can arrange professional tuning after delivery.
Safe and Vault Moving
Specialized jacks, multiple movers, careful planning. We safely move items weighing thousands of pounds.
Heavy Sculptures
Equipment designed for oversized items, custom supports, specialized techniques.
Specialty Equipment
We move and assist with installation of specialty equipment, ensuring proper setup and functionality.
Custom Solutions
Items that seem impossible to move often have solutions. We assess unusual items and develop custom plans.
Disassembly and Reassembly
We disassemble carefully, organize components, and reassemble perfectly in new location.
Tell us about your specialty item and we’ll develop a solution.
VANCOUVER EXPERTISE
We Know Vancouver Spaces
We’ve moved specialty items throughout Vancouver from heritage homes with narrow staircases to modern galleries. We understand Vancouver architecture and have experience with every type of specialty item residents and businesses need moved.
PLACEMENT & SETUP
Items Are Positioned Perfectly
We don’t just place items in your location. Artwork is hung at proper height with professional systems. Pianos are positioned for access and sound projection. Antiques display properly. Sculptures show at their best. You direct placement and we ensure professional setup.
Items arrive ready to enjoy immediately, properly displayed and protected.
WHY CHOOSE US
40+ Years. Thousands of Valuable Items.
We’re Experienced
We’ve moved thousands of valuable, antique, and unusual pieces. We understand materials and preservation.
Trained Specialty Movers
Our team is trained in handling high-value items. They understand delicate handling and protecting valuables.
Specialized Equipment
Custom crating, climate-controlled vehicles, specialized dollies, jacks, and tools designed for specialty moves.
Museum-Quality Standards
We preserve condition, value, and functionality.
Professional Coordination
For complex moves, we coordinate with appraisers, restorers, and installers.
Insured & Professional
Your valuable items are protected with appropriate insurance.
Understanding of Local Architecture
We know Vancouver homes, galleries, and commercial spaces.
SPECIALTY MOVING FAQS
Questions About Your Move
How do you move a grand piano safely?
A: We use specialized piano equipment, multiple trained movers, and techniques that preserve tuning. We can coordinate professional piano tuning after delivery.
Can you move valuable artwork?
A: Yes. We move fine art using museum-quality standards, climate-controlled transport, custom crating, and techniques that protect surfaces.
How do you protect antiques?
A: We assess each antique, understand its construction and condition, and use appropriate protection methods and handling techniques.
Can you move a heavy safe?
A: Yes. We use specialized equipment, multiple movers, and careful planning to safely move heavy safes even up staircases.
What about large sculptures or stone pieces?
A: We have equipment and techniques designed for heavy, unusual items.
Do you handle climate-sensitive items like wine?
A: Yes. We use climate-controlled vehicles and appropriate techniques for temperature-sensitive collections.
Can you move specialty equipment?
A: Yes. We move industrial equipment, medical devices, and commercial equipment safely and professionally.
How do you protect fragile items?
A: We assess each item, use custom protection and crating, and employ careful handling.
Can you coordinate with appraisers and insurance?
A: Yes. We work with appraisers and insurance providers to ensure adequate coverage.
What if an item seems impossible to move?
A: Many items others say cannot be moved have solutions. We develop custom plans.
Do you disassemble and reassemble?
A: Yes. We disassemble carefully, organize components, and reassemble perfectly.
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Long Distance Moving
Anywhere in Canada.
Packing Services
Professional packing using museum-quality materials.
Storage Services
Climate-controlled storage for fine art and collections.
Office Moving
Relocations with minimal downtime.
Ready to Move Your Valuable Items?
Moving valuable items yourself or with inexperienced movers means risking damage and loss of value. We handle specialty moves with expertise. Over 40 years. Thousands of valuable items moved safely.
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Hours: Monday-Sunday, 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM