Hoisting Services in Arlington, Virginia

When you moved into your current house, you might have bought a king-size bed frame and assembled it in your master bedroom. Now that it’s time to move again, you have no idea how to get it downstairs in one piece.

The fact is doorways, corridors, and staircases are often too narrow for large furniture items—including pianos, TVs, couches, beds, and appliances—to pass through. If you can’t bear to leave these possessions behind, hoisting services from Georgetown Moving and Storage Company may be just what you need.

Hoisting Services

Hoisting is the process of lifting and lowering items with a tether strap. Three experienced movers are required to hoist your large furniture items out the window, onto the roof, or over a balcony. Two movers raise or lower the furniture while a third guide the piece away from any obstacles. Once the piece is at ground level, it’s easy to carry it the rest of the way to the moving truck.

We take special care when hoisting furniture to prevent damaging the item or building. For instance, if we’re lowering a dresser over the balcony in your living room, we’ll cover the banister with a moving blanket first, so it doesn’t become dented or scratched in the process.

To clarify, hoisting is a delicate procedure that requires careful training and experience. You should never attempt to hoist bulky furniture items from the upper levels of your home without help from a professional mover.

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Craning Services

If a furniture item, such as a grand piano, is too heavy to hoist “by hand,” we will use a crane to lower it to ground level. This requires special prepping and rigging. Depending on street access, we may need to obtain a permit or police detail to perform this service.

Insuring Large, Expensive Belongings

Items that require hoisting or craning are often high in value. For your peace of mind, Georgetown Moving and Storage Company offers insurance protection for all the belongings we move.

Your first option is Basic Valuation Protection, available free of charge for all customers. This provides coverage for up to $0.60 per pound with an upper limit of $50 per item.

When you need more than just basic coverage for your large, expensive belongings, we encourage you to purchase Full Value Protection with coverage starting at $6 per pound. If any items in your move are valued at more than $100 per pound, we’ll ask you to fill out a special shipping document, declaring this possession an item of extraordinary value. We are one of only a handful of movers to provide this option for furniture.

Why Choose Georgetown Moving and Storage Company for Hoisting Services in Arlington, VA?

Because hoisting and craning are delicate processes that require special training and experience, you only want a qualified mover to perform these services for you. Put your mind at ease by choosing Georgetown Moving and Storage Company for the job. Here’s what we offer:

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It’s likely that hoisting is just one of the moving services you require. Fortunately, Georgetown Moving and Storage Company offers comprehensive services to ensure your move goes smoothly. Choose us for full- or partial-service packingstoragemoving truck services, and the rest of your moving needs. We are equipped to help you move safely, quickly, and efficiently into your new home or office!

To learn more about our hoisting services in the Arlington, VA area, or to request a free moving estimate, please contact us today.

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Experience professional service with a personalized approach. Our management team has over 15 years of experience delivering unparalleled service at an affordable price.

Licensed

We ensure your items are safely moved and stored. We’re fully licensed with the Interstate Authority Carrier by Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.

Fully Bonded
& Insured

Set your mind at ease when you trust your belongings to Georgetown Moving and Storage. We are fully bonded and insured through the United States Department of Transportation – Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.

GSA
Approved

Our moving and storage team is experienced with providing secure government and military relocations.

Certified Moving
Consultants

Our relocation specialists are certified by American Moving and Storage Association. Experience the professional difference when you move with our team.

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Know that your belongings are safe with our various secure storage options—from PODS-like storage to climate-controlled solutions.

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