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Fragile Items

Some items require special care due to their fragile nature. In addition to careful handling, they may require servicing before the move or special packaging. Please confirm what your agency will approve.

Pianos

• All pianos are pad wrapped

• Grand and Baby Grand pianos need to have the legs removed and then put back on at your new residence.

• A piano may require tuning after the move; the carrier is not responsible for this service.

Organs

• If separate pedals and boards must be removed, contact your nearest music dealer

Grandfather Clocks

• A clockmaker must service and remove the weights and pendulums.

• Clock will need to be crated

• Clock will need to be synchronized and leveled by a clockmaker at your new residence.

Fish tank/aquarium

• Drain water and allow sand and fixtures to dry.

• Crating may be required depending on the size

• Transporting fish is your responsibility.

Artwork – paintings and sculptures

• May require crating for safe shipment.

• Type of painting will determine type of packaging.

Antiques

• Items of extraordinary value should be appraised by a qualified individual.

• Photographs of items are recommended. Do not put the photos in with your shipment.

• Note any signatures, serial numbers, or manufacturers marks. Keep this information with you.

Pool Table

• Normally, disassembly at origin and set up at new residence are completed by a specialist. Planes can make arrangements for this service.

• Slate tables will require crating services.

Waterbed

• Must be drained and disassembled.

• Pack mattress separately

• Your Planes Counselor can schedule disassembly/reassembly by a professional.