Crating

Crating is a specialty packing service used to protect fragile, oversized, or high-value items during moving. When standard packing methods like boxes or bubble wrap aren’t enough, we build a custom wooden crate tailored precisely to the dimensions and shape of the item.

These crates offer maximum protection against shock, vibration, compression, and movement, whether you’re moving across the city or across the country.

When Is Crating Recommended

1. Fine art and sculptures.
2. Antiques and collectibles.
3. Glass tabletops or mirrors.
4. Electronics or medical equipment.
5. Marble and stone surfaces.
6. Large chandeliers or delicate fixtures.

What the Service Includes

1. Custom Measurement: Each crate is built to the exact size and shape of the item.
2. Protective Padding Inside: Foam, felt, or shock-absorbent material lines the interior.
3. Reinforced Wooden Frame: Protects contents from crushing or impact.
4. Labeling & Handling Instructions: Marked to inform movers of special handling needs.

Example

You want to move a valuable oil painting with a delicate frame. Standard packing could put the artwork at risk. Instead, we custom-build a padded wooden crate to ensure it’s protected from all sides, whether it’s going across town or in a cross-country moving.

Pro Tip:
Ask your move coordinator early if crating is recommended for anything you’re unsure about, especially if you’re moving irreplaceable or high-value items. Planning ahead ensures we build the crates in time for moving day.