Gun safes and vaults are typically one of the hardest pieces to move in and out of a home. While pieces like pianos and dining tables may be awkward, moving gun safes and vaults requires heavy-duty equipment, proper lifting techniques, and strong movers. Preparing to move a gun safe can help individuals or moving companies have a safe and successful move. While there are tips to help you move without professional aid, hiring a moving team will provide homeowners with the right equipment and handling needed to keep their safe protected. Here are our professional tips on how to move gun safes and vaults more effectively.
Empty The Safe
Whether you plan to move the gun safe on your own or with the help of a moving company, the first step is to empty out the safe. Taking items out of the safe or vault will help remove some of the weight, as vaults and gun safes are already extremely heavy. Before moving day, take out all guns, ammunition, locks, cash boxes, or personal items and pack them accordingly.
Designate A Clear Moving Route
Another step to complete before moving day is to ensure there is a clear route from where your safe is located to the door of your home and to where a moving truck will be parked. Designating a clear route through the home removes tripping hazards or tight corners where damage could occur. Navigating tight corners with a bulky safe could cause dents or scratches in the walls or along your safe. Clear out the best path and measure doorways to ensure a smoother process on moving day.
Use Heavy Duty Moving Equipment
Moving gun safes or vaults requires special moving equipment and safety tools in order to protect the piece you are moving and the movers from serious injury. Heavy-duty jacks, ratchet straps, padded blankets, or motorized lifts may be needed for large safes, especially if a home or apartment has multiple levels that the safe needs to be maneuvered through.
Getting access to the right moving equipment may be challenging for individuals, which is why hiring a moving company may be worth the investment if you have heavy and bulky items in your home. Movers will have proper protective equipment and lifting aids that keep the safe and themselves safe.
Wrap The Safe Or Vault With Furniture Blankets
No matter what furniture piece is being moved, wrapping in furniture blankets or adding padding to corners is a great way to protect it. Gun safes and vaults are extremely heavy, so if it is dropped or falls into a section of your home, it is going to leave a mark. Padding the corners of your furniture items will protect the soft drywall of your home while also protecting the small, fragile corners of different pieces. Bubble wrap, styrofoam, or old pieces of mattress toppers can work well for homeowners in a pinch.
Never Attempt Moving Gun Safes On Your Own
One of the most important tips for moving gun safes is to never attempt to move them on your own. Heavy safes or appliances could fall and trap you, leading to severe injury or death. Having a partner helps to lower the risk of injury and makes the moving process easier when you have an extra set of hands. Calling a friend or family member to assist is always better than attempting the move on your own.
This is where hiring a moving company is a better option. Moving companies will come prepared with multiple movers and protective equipment that will help them move everything safely. Having spotters or additional helpers if something were to happen can save precious time in an emergency. Moving teams have protocols for these dire situations to avoid panic and tragedies.
Benefits Of Hiring A Professional Moving Team
There are many benefits to hiring a local moving company, beyond preventing unnecessary injury. Moving companies have multiple members of their team, allowing them to complete large moves in just a few hours, or help move multiple clients in one day.
Professional moving trucks, professional equipment, protective gear, and motorized lifts are all things you can get when working with your local moving company. These tools help to speed up the loading and unloading process, helping your moving day feel like less of a chore.
Additional benefits of working with a moving company include:
- Prevents unnecessary back strain
- Completes the move in half the time
- Saves your personal vehicle from scratches and dents
- Gives you time and brain power to focus on other moving tasks, kids, or pets
- Safer navigation of large moving trucks
Services From Rocky Mountain Movers
Our team at Rocky Mountain Movers is prepared for any type of move located across the state of Utah. Whether you are moving to a larger home or to a different apartment, our team has the skills and equipment to move you with efficiency. Rocky Mountain Movers can help your moving day feel like less of a hassle without breaking the bank. Reach out to our team to get a quote for your move and schedule moving day with ease.