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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.
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.
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
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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Hello Eric, Thanks for sending me the diagram of your hallway. As probably know, the opposite wall is a major problem being only 42" away. The sofa is going to have to be less than 78" long. It must
Hello Heidi, The width of the doorway isn't the only obstacle the can prevent the sofa from going through. It also depends on the path of travel from the "truck" to the final room location. Are there
Hello Paul, Check out LAY-Z-BOY, BARCOLOUNGER, http://www.gowfb.com/Julius-Leather-Sleeper-and-Loveseat-by-Stanley-Chair-p-1140 http://www.furniturecrate.com/klaussner-trafalgar-sleeper
Hi Marty, You will be just fine with the new sofa, measurements are very good. The old sofa however is going to take some work. First of all, I hope the sofa is a standard style where the back is higher
Hello Judy, I don't know a lot about fabrics............lol but a cotton flannel is probably the best. Depending on your sewing abilities the ideal "pouch" would be lined with the cotton and the outside

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