A move can be quite challenging when you do not have the right tools to get the job done. That's why it is worth having the following items on hand so that you handle your move in the best way possible.
Dollies
You'll want to have various dollies on hand to help you with the heavy lifting. A utility dolly can be a nice way to carry several boxes out to the moving truck at one time since it is lightweight and has a wide base that is perfect for boxes. If you are moving large appliances, you'll need to have an appliance dolly. This dolly is a bit different since it has straps that can wrap around the appliance and hold it on the dolly. The heavy-duty nature of the dolly also makes it easy to transport heavier appliances.
Piano dollies are great for moving large pieces of furniture, not just pianos. You can use two piano dollies to easily move a large couch out of your home without having to do much heavy lifting.
Forearm Moving Straps
Another good tool to have on hand are forearm moving straps. This allows you to do the heavy lifting of furniture by shifting the weight to your forearms, rather than using finger strength to grip some items. Having a set of forearm moving straps can be great for moving a wide dresser that would be difficult to move by squatting down to pick up from the bottom.
Furniture Sliders
You can safely push furniture across flooring surfaces by placing furniture sliders on the feet. These have a smooth and soft surface that touches the floor and prevents you from scratching the floor if you wanted to push furniture across it. This makes it easier to move heavy furniture across carpet and hardwood.
Plastic Wrap
Having a large roll of plastic wrap on hand is going to help protect many of the items that go on the moving truck. You can use it to quickly wrap items and protect surfaces and edges in case they get hit during the move. For example, you can wrap a couch with plastic to give it extra protection from corners that may rub against the fabric material, or prevent the side of a wooden piece of furniture from getting large scratches on the surface. A table top can be wrapped in plastic so that the surface doesn't become damaged either.
For more information, contact residential moving services in your area.