Specialty Item Movers Chicago
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Specialty Item Movers Chicago
Affordable City Movers is a professional team of Chicago specialty item movers specializing in the safe relocation of heavy, oversized, and delicate items throughout Chicago and the Chicagoland area. As one of the most trusted specialty moving companies in Chicago, we handle safes, pool tables, gym equipment, hot tubs, antiques, and other challenging items that require specialized equipment and expert handling. Our specialty item movers in Chicago provide professional-grade moving equipment, trained crews, and careful handling techniques for items weighing up to 2,000+ lbs. We come prepared with heavy-duty dollies, lifting straps, and disassembly tools to safely move your most valuable possessions. Based in Lincoln Park and backed by hundreds of 5-star Google reviews, we make specialty item moving in Chicago straightforward and stress-free. If you’re searching for dependable specialty movers in Chicago for safes, pianos, pool tables, or other heavy items, we’re equipped to handle even the most challenging relocations.
Specialty & Heavy Item Moving in Chicago
Some items require more than standard moving services—they demand specialized equipment, expert handling, and crews trained in complex rigging and maneuvering. Whether you’re relocating a 1,200-pound gun safe, disassembling a slate pool table, or moving a commercial-grade gym setup, Affordable City Movers has the experience and tools to handle your most challenging items.
Heavy and specialty items present unique obstacles that general movers can’t always accommodate. Our crews are equipped with appliance dollies, heavy-duty straps, furniture sliders, and lifting equipment designed for items weighing hundreds or even thousands of pounds. We understand weight distribution, center of gravity, and proper lifting mechanics that protect both the item and your property.
From antique armoires and grandfather clocks to hot tubs and arcade machines, we’ve successfully moved specialty items throughout Chicago homes, businesses, and residential buildings. If it’s heavy, awkward, valuable, or requires disassembly—we can move it.
What’s Included
- Specialized moving equipment
- Trained heavy item specialists
- Disassembly & reassembly service
- Heavy-duty padding and protection
- Floor and doorway protection
- Proper rigging and lifting techniques
Specialty Items We Move
From safes and pool tables to hot tubs and antiques—we have the expertise for your most challenging items.
Safes & Gun Safes
Floor safes, wall safes, gun safes, and fireproof safes. We handle weights up to 2,000+ lbs with proper dollies, straps, and stair-climbing equipment.
Pool Tables
Slate and non-slate pool tables require disassembly, careful slate handling, and precise reassembly with leveling at your new location.
Gym Equipment
Treadmills, ellipticals, weight machines, squat racks, and home gym setups. We disassemble, transport, and reassemble equipment properly.
Hot Tubs & Spas
Portable and built-in hot tubs up to 800 lbs. We coordinate draining, disconnection, transport, and placement with proper equipment.
Antiques & Artwork
Grandfather clocks, armoires, china cabinets, sculptures, and valuable artwork. White-glove handling with custom padding and crating available.
Large Appliances
Commercial refrigerators, wine coolers, ranges, washers, and dryers. We handle disconnection coordination and proper dolly transport.
Arcade Machines
Pinball machines, arcade cabinets, jukeboxes, and vintage gaming equipment. Careful handling to protect screens, mechanisms, and artwork.
Oversized Furniture
Sectional sofas, armoires, entertainment centers, and modular furniture that requires disassembly or special maneuvering through tight spaces.
How Specialty Moving Works
A methodical approach that ensures your valuable items arrive safely.
Item Assessment
We evaluate the item’s weight, dimensions, condition, and any disassembly needs. We also assess stairs, doorways, and access challenges at both locations.
Equipment & Crew
Based on the item, we bring the right equipment—appliance dollies, lifting straps, furniture sliders—and assign a crew sized for the job.
Safe Transport
We protect floors and walls, carefully maneuver the item through your home, secure it in our truck with padding and straps, and transport to your destination.
Placement & Setup
At your new location, we position the item exactly where you want it, reassemble if necessary, and remove all packing materials.
Specialty Item Challenges We Handle
Common obstacles that require specialized knowledge and equipment—all part of our standard service.
⚖️ Extreme Weight
Safes, gym equipment, and stone furniture can weigh 500-2,000+ lbs. We use heavy-duty dollies, team lifting techniques, and proper weight distribution to move extreme loads safely.
🪜 Stairs & Landings
Moving a 1,000-lb safe down stairs requires specialized equipment and multiple crew members. We use stair-climbing dollies and controlled descent techniques for safety.
🚪 Narrow Doorways
Oversized items often don’t fit through standard doorways. We tilt, angle, and sometimes remove door frames or consider window access for impossible fits.
🔧 Disassembly Required
Pool tables, gym equipment, and modular furniture need proper disassembly. We label all components, protect hardware, and reassemble everything correctly at your destination.
🛡️ Fragile & Valuable
Antiques, artwork, and arcade machines are both heavy and fragile. We use custom padding, corner protection, and gentle handling to prevent damage to delicate items.
📐 Precision Placement
Pool tables need leveling, hot tubs require specific positioning, and safes must be placed exactly right. We ensure proper placement and setup at your new location.
Specialty Moving Questions
Answers to common questions about moving heavy and specialty items.
What’s the heaviest item you can move?
We regularly move items up to 2,000 lbs including large gun safes, commercial equipment, and stone furniture. For extremely heavy items, we assess access and bring additional crew and equipment.
Do you disassemble and reassemble pool tables?
Yes. We disassemble slate pool tables, carefully transport all components including the slate, felt, and frame, and reassemble with proper leveling at your new location.
Can you move a safe down stairs?
Absolutely. We have stair-climbing equipment and experienced crews who specialize in moving safes down staircases. We assess the stairs beforehand to ensure safe passage.
How do I prepare my gym equipment?
Remove any weights, accessories, or water bottles. We’ll handle disassembly if needed. For treadmills and ellipticals, we bring the right tools to break them down for transport.
Do you move hot tubs?
Yes, we move drained hot tubs and portable spas. You’ll need to coordinate draining and electrical disconnection beforehand, and we’ll handle the heavy lifting and transport.
What if my item won’t fit through the door?
We evaluate all pathways before the move. If necessary, we can remove door frames, consider window or balcony access, or recommend alternative solutions. We’ll find a way or let you know upfront.
Need to Move Something Heavy or Unusual?
Get a free quote for specialty and heavy item moving. Tell us about your item and we’ll create a plan that handles it safely and professionally.