High-Value Item Moves
Secure, Discreet, and White-Glove Transport
Moving something valuable, fragile, or one-of-a-kind is a task that requires more than a standard moving service—it demands precision, discretion, and expert handling. Whether it's a family heirloom, a piece of fine art, a custom sculpture, or a high-end electronics system, trusting your valuable possessions to the wrong hands can lead to damage and heartbreak. At Two Men and a Van, we provide careful, professional high-value item moving services across the Washington DC metro area, ensuring your most prized possessions are transported safely and securely.
We specialize in delicate, high-value moves and approach every job with the protection and precision it deserves. Our team of expert movers is trained in specialized handling techniques and uses premium packing materials to ensure your items are safeguarded from start to finish. We are your trusted partner for a secure, white-glove move that protects your valuable possessions, your peace of mind, and your investment.
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What We Move with Extra Care
A Methodical Approach to Your Valuables
Our high-value item moving services are comprehensive and designed to handle a wide range of delicate and valuable assets. We use a methodical and customized approach to ensure every item is moved with the utmost care and precision.
- Artwork and Framed Paintings: We carefully move all types of artwork and framed paintings. Our team is trained in specialized handling and packing techniques to ensure these delicate items are protected from damage during transport.
- Antiques and Heirlooms: We understand the sentimental and monetary value of your antiques and heirlooms. We use protective wrapping and padding to ensure these items are fully protected during transit.
- Designer Furniture and Rare Collectibles: We are experts at moving designer furniture and rare collectibles. We use custom crating and protective packaging to ensure these items arrive at their new location in perfect condition.
- Sculptures, Statues, and Custom Installations: We specialize in moving sculptures, statues, and other custom installations. We use specialized equipment and techniques to move these heavy, awkward, or fragile items safely and efficiently.
- Musical Instruments: We handle musical instruments, including pianos, drum kits, and amplifiers, with the utmost care. We understand the value of these items and use specialized handling techniques to ensure they are transported securely and without any damage.
- Luxury Electronics and Home Theater Systems: We move all your luxury electronics and home theater systems with specialized care. We use anti-static wrapping and shock-absorbing packing materials to ensure these items are protected from static electricity and physical impact during the move.
- Wine Fridges and Specialty Appliances:
We handle all your specialty appliances, including wine fridges and other high-value units. We use the right techniques and equipment to ensure these items are moved safely and securely.
Our 5-Step High-Value Moving Process
Precision and Protection from Start to Finish
We have developed a streamlined, 5-step process to ensure your high-value item move is executed with the highest level of precision and protection.
- Step 1: Detailed Consultation: The process begins with a detailed consultation. We assess your item(s), location, and any special handling requirements. This strategic planning phase is critical for a secure and organized move.
- Step 2: Custom Protection: We use premium packing materials and methods tailored to your item’s size, weight, and fragility. We can provide custom crating and protective padding to ensure an extra layer of protection for your valuable items.
- Step 3: Safe Loading: On move day, every item is handled with precision. Our team uses the right lifting gear, straps, and padding to load your items into our vans, ensuring they are protected from bumps and drops.
- Step 4: Controlled Transport: We use clean, padded vans and drive with extra caution to ensure a smooth and safe ride for your equipment. All items are secured with tie-downs and padding to prevent any shifting or damage during transit.
- Step 5: Placement & Final Check:
When we arrive at your destination, we bring your item(s) inside and place them exactly where you want them. We can assist with a basic setup and perform a final check to ensure everything is perfect.
Why Discerning Clients Trust Two Men and a Van
When it comes to moving valuable possessions, you need a partner you can trust. Our service is built on the principles of security, expertise, and reliability.
- Expert Handling: Our professional movers are skilled in handling fragile, oversized, and irregularly shaped items. They are trained in specialized techniques and treat every item with the utmost care.
- Protective Wrapping: We use premium padding, shrink wrap, and stabilization techniques to ensure your valuable items are fully protected during transit.
- Discreet & Secure: We provide a discreet and secure service, with a focus on confidentiality and professionalism. Your privacy is protected, and our team is trained to be respectful of your circumstances.
- Clean, Equipped Vans: Our vans are always clean and equipped with secure strapping systems and protective padding. We take pride in our clean equipment and organized approach, ensuring your valuable assets are handled with the highest level of care.
- Fully Insured: You can rest easy knowing that your valuable and irreplaceable items are protected. We are a fully licensed and insured moving company, providing complete peace of mind.
- Custom Scheduling:
We offer flexible scheduling to accommodate your needs. We move when it works best for you, so you don't have to take time off work.
Specialized Services to Support Your Move
We offer a suite of convenient add-on services to customize your moving experience and provide even greater convenience.
- Custom Crating: We can provide custom crating or specialty boxing for artwork or oversized items.
- White-Glove Delivery: Our white-glove service includes inside delivery, careful unwrapping, and debris removal.
- Setup and Reassembly: We can assist with the setup and reassembly of furniture and equipment at your new location.
- Tight-Space Navigation: Our team is experienced in navigating tight doorways, stairs, and elevators with bulky items, ensuring a smooth and safe delivery.
- Short-Term Storage:
If you need a temporary home for your valuable items, we offer secure, short-term storage solutions in a climate-controlled environment.
Frequently Asked Questions About High-Value Item Moves
How much does it cost to move a valuable antique?
High-value item moves typically start at $250 to $750. The final price depends on the size, weight, and fragility of the item, as well as the level of protection and handling required. We provide a transparent, personalized quote before the move.
How do you protect fragile items like artwork or antiques?
We use a custom, methodical approach to protect fragile items. We can provide custom crating, premium padding, and protective wrapping to ensure these items are fully protected during transit.
Are your movers trained to handle delicate items?
Yes. Our professional movers are skilled in handling fragile, high-value technology, artwork, and antiques. They are trained in specialized techniques and treat every item with the utmost care.
Can you move a piano?
Yes. We specialize in moving musical instruments, including pianos. We use specialized equipment and techniques to move these heavy and awkward items safely and efficiently.
Do you offer insurance for high-value items?
Yes. We are a fully licensed and insured moving company, providing complete peace of mind for your valuable and irreplaceable items.
Who This Service Is For
Our high-value item moving service is the ideal choice for a variety of professionals and individuals.
- Art collectors and galleries who need a partner skilled in moving fragile and valuable artwork.
- Antique dealers and auction buyers who require a secure and discreet moving partner.
- Homeowners with luxury furnishings who need professional help with heavy or delicate items.
- Musicians and recording studios who need to move musical instruments and sensitive equipment with care.
- Professionals relocating high-value electronics who need extra protection during a move.
Investment
High-value item moves typically start at $250–$750. We provide a final price based on a free, no-obligation quote that takes into account several factors:
- Size, weight, and fragility of the item(s): The complexity and nature of the items being moved.
- Required packing and protection level: The need for extra protective wrapping, crating, or other specialized techniques.
- Distance and access considerations: The distance of the transport and the complexity of navigating stairs, elevators, or tight spaces.
- Special handling or setup requests: The inclusion of add-on services like setup, reassembly, or storage.
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