Some items don’t fit neatly into any category. They’re too heavy for a regular crew, too awkward for standard equipment, too fragile for careless handling, or simply the kind of thing most moving companies decline to touch. At Straight Paths Moving, these are the moves we’re built for.
If you’ve been told an item can’t be moved, or you’re not sure who to call, call us. We’ll assess the situation honestly and tell you exactly what it takes to get it done safely.
Most difficult items share one or more of these characteristics:
Every hard-to-move item gets the same methodical approach:
Assessment First: We evaluate the item — its weight, dimensions, fragility, and value — along with the space it’s in and the path it needs to travel. We don’t start moving until we have a clear plan.
Right Equipment for the JobHeavy-duty dollies, piano boards, furniture rollers, lifting straps, and specialty rigging equipment are all part of our inventory. We match the equipment to the item, not the other way around.
Experienced Crew: Difficult moves require crew members who have done it before. We staff specialty moves with the experience the job demands.
Full Protection: Padding, wrapping, floor protection, and wall protection are standard on every specialty move. Your item and your home are both protected throughout.
Honest Communication: If a move requires additional coordination — a licensed technician for disconnection, a crane for an upper-floor item, a permit for oversized transport — we tell you upfront so there are no surprises on move day.
Pianos: Upright, baby grand, and grand pianos require specialized equipment, an experienced crew, and a clear plan. We handle the full range of piano types with the care and technique the instrument demands.
Gun Safes and Heavy Safes: A fully loaded gun safe can weigh over a thousand pounds. Moving one down a staircase or through a narrow hallway without the right equipment is not just difficult — it’s dangerous. We use heavy-duty dollies, rollers, and straps designed for extreme weight to move safes safely.
Hot Tubs and Spas: Empty hot tubs are heavy. Full or partially filled ones are an entirely different challenge. We handle hot tub disconnection coordination, safe maneuvering through tight yard access, and loading without damage to the unit or your property.
Pool Tables: A standard pool table weighs between 700 and 1,000 pounds and must be completely disassembled — slate, felt, rails, and frame — before it can be safely moved. We disassemble, transport, and reassemble pool tables properly so the playing surface stays level and true.
Arcade Machines and Jukeboxes: Vintage arcade cabinets and jukeboxes are heavy, top-heavy, and irreplaceable if damaged. We wrap, secure, and transport these items with the same level of care as any high-value piece.
Large Sculptures and Art Pieces: Oversized artwork, sculptures, and decorative installations require custom handling approaches depending on the material, size, and fragility. We assess each piece individually before the move.
Industrial and Commercial Equipment: Large printers, server racks, medical equipment, and other commercial machinery often require specialty moving that goes beyond standard relocation. We handle the logistics of getting large commercial equipment safely from one location to another.
Antiques and Heirloom Furniture: Age, rarity, and sentimental value make antique pieces some of the most high-stakes items we move. Extra padding, careful maneuvering, and a crew that understands what’s at stake.
Oversized Appliances: Commercial refrigerators, industrial ranges, and large laundry equipment that exceed the size and weight of standard residential units.
Exercise Equipment: Weight racks, cable machines, commercial treadmills, and multi-station gym units that require disassembly, careful transport, and reassembly at the destination.
Straight Paths Moving handles difficult and specialty moves for homeowners, collectors, businesses, and institutions across the state, including:
Tell us what you need moved, where it is, and where it’s going. The more detail you can give us — weight, dimensions, floor level, access — the more accurate your quote will be. We’ll give you an honest assessment and a straightforward price.