Moving Furniture/Expert Profile

Harry Lipsky

U.S.
On Vacation
returns 11/10/2009
Expertise

Moving your furniture. I would like to answer all questions dealing with the proper techniques of how to move ANY type of furniture, including difficult doorways and stairways. Also, all questions dealing with the proper packing of breakables including antiques. All general questions concerning the moving and storage industry will be answered. I cannot recommend a particular mover in a person`s neighborhood but i can explain how to obtain a company in good standing with the community. I have been in the moving and storage industry for almost four decades! I am located in Massachusetts.

Experience in the area

I have almost four decades of experience in the moving & storage industry. When I was a small boy my father introduced me into the moving business and I have been hooked ever since. At first I started out as a young laborer untill I was old enough to drive a furniture van. As time went on I drove 18-wheelers around the country moving small shipments as well as large corporate relocations. I was taught the old school methods by men that were craftsman in their field. I learned how to pack the most delicate of breakables as well as museum pieces. It was common practice to do estimates and even the actual ratings on interstate jobs. Doing commercial moves were a big part of my moving career over the years. Some of the big names that I delt with were "GE","MICROSOFT","FIDELITY INVESTMENTS" AND "AMERICAN EXPRESS". As the years went by my family retired and sold the business (not my choice). I went on to establish my own moving company which ran for 12 years before I phased out the physical moving itself. Today I have developed a consulting service where I advise future furniture buyers as well as people moving for the first time on what to expect from their upcoming adventure. Furniture buyers are advised on what size furniture will fit through their narrow doorways and tight hallways. By choosing furniture with the right dimensions will narrow down the probability of the furniture being returned back to the store. That is not a scenario people want after waiting 8-12 weeks for their new furniture. I can also help people to understand the proper procedures of a first time move in their lives. I tell them what is to be expected,how they can save money,how to choose a good mover and what is involved with getting the packing done.

What do you like about this subject?

After so many years in this field I still enjoy solving problems and helping people with solving their moving problems. I always wanted to write a book and do a video. A service like mine can greatly increase furniture sales while at the same time decrease the return of "undeliverable" furniture. web site: www.pre-movestrategies.com

What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?

I have received so much positive feedback over the years that it has helped me hone my skills and help people more effectively.

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UserDateKCTPComments
Heather10/20/0910101010I appreciate Harry's helpfulness, promptness, and knowledge!
John10/19/0910101010thanks Harry
Sylvia10/15/0910101010Thanks again for all the ideas, Harry!
Rachel10/15/0910101010Thanks! Very prompt answer!
Shelby10/14/0910101010Thank you for the prompt reply!

Recent Answers from Harry Lipsky

2009-10-25 Couch Conundrum:

Hello Lucinda, The 40" back height WILL NOT fit through a 31" doorway. However, The back height is usually measured to the top of the back cushions. If the coushions come off, the frame back looks about

2009-10-25 What size couch will fit down basement?:

Hello Nadine, The sofa length HAS to be LESS than 76" so that it can be stood on end in the doorway and turned around the door frame. The sofa's back height should be 32" or LESS. If you can find a

2009-10-24 sleep sofa-chair into 28in doorway:

Hello Lisa, Its going to be tight but it is possible especially if the rear legs are removable. If the top of the chair can be compressed, that would also give the room needed to get around the corner

2009-10-21 moving sectional thru 29" door frame:

Hello Kim, The 37" height will not fit through the 29" doorway. If the height can be lowered to 32", it will fit through. It must be a standard style sofa where the back is higher than the arms. You

2009-10-20 moving a sofa:

Hello Hannah, The 185 cm opposite your doorway is definitely a big plus! The will give the sofa plent of tip room to get through the doorway. The height of the top rail DOES NOT have to be less than

 

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