Moving Safety Tips
Dispose of flammables such as fireworks, cleaning fluids, matches,
acids, chemistry sets, aerosol cans, ammunition, etc. Drain fuel from
mowers and other machinery, and discard partly used cans of oil, paint,
thinner, or other substances that might leak. Carefully tape and place
in individual waterproof bags any jars of liquid you plan to take with
you. Refillable tanks must be purged and sealed by a local propane gas
dealer. Discard non refillable tanks. Some carriers and the military do
not permit shipment of any propane tanks. Have rugs and draperies
cleaned. Leave both wrapped when they are returned from the cleaners.
Obtain a written appraisal of antique items to verify the value. Avoid
waxing or oiling wooden antiques and fine wood furniture prior to moving
because some products may soften the wood, making it vulnerable to
imprinting from furniture pads. Think twice before dismantling your
outside TV antennae; a new one may cost less than moving the present
one. Third-party servicing will likely be needed before moving such
items as hot tubs, large-screen TV's, and some exercise equipment.
Let Remarkable Movers help you with PRE and POST move servicing of
washer, dryer, refrigerator, dishwasher, grandfather clock, satellite
dish, etc.
Moving Appliances
AIR CONDITIONERS Consult
your authorized dealer or service man on your particular model. Some
sealed units should be bolted down.
DRYERS (ELECTRIC OR GAS) Check
with your service man. Motors may need to be checked and secured.
FREEZERS These appliances
must be completely defrosted one or two days prior to moving. They
should be dried and aired to avoid musty odor. Safety of contents cannot
be guaranteed, so it is best to empty your freezer and plan meal that
will use up perishable contents. Check with your service man to be sure
the motor is bolted, if necessary.
REFRIGERATORS Defrost and
thoroughly dry your refrigerator before moving. This is very important.
The doors should be left open several hours to air after defrosting. All
pans, trays, crispers, shelves, or removable parts should be removed and
wrapped individually. Have your refrigerator serviced. The motor may
have to be bolted down before moving. Do not plug it in at the new home
until it has been unbolted.
SEWING MACHINES The do not
need special servicing for local moving. For long distance, the driver
should stuff paper in and around the machine and place paper between the
lid and base to prevent rubbing.
STOVES Stoves must be
disconnected prior to pickup. Be sure gas lines are shut tightly and
capped. For electric ranges, removable coils (and all other removable
parts) must be packed separately.
TELEVISION SETS Some set
require that the be checked before moving. Some color TV's must be
service both before and after moving. Television antennas should be
removed from roof tops and disassembled (if necessary).
WASHERS Washers must be
serviced by an authorized service man. Motors should be checked and
secured, tumbler action protected and fastened in place.
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