Heavy item moving in Exeter
Professional heavy item moving services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-85
Typical Duration
30 mins-1 hr
Location
Exeter, Devon
Heavy items moved safely - safes, gym equipment, large appliances. Proper technique and equipment means no damage to your home or the item.
Some Things Are Just Too Heavy
Got a 200kg safe that needs moving upstairs? Treadmill that won't fit through the door built? This isn't a job for you and a mate.
💡 Pro tip: Heavy item injuries are surprisingly common. Save your back and your friendship - get someone who does this regularly.
Why Use a Professional?
Because one slip with a 150kg safe and you've got a hole in your wall, a broken safe, or worse.
| ✅ Professional Heavy Moving | ❌ DIY Attempt |
|---|---|
| Proper moving equipment | Brute force and hoping |
| Experience with extreme weight | First time moving anything this heavy |
| Insured if something goes wrong | All on you |
| Done efficiently | Half a day of struggling |
Common Heavy Items
🔧 What Gets Moved
| Item Type | Weight Range | Challenge |
|---|---|---|
| Home safes | 100-300kg | Extreme weight, awkward shape |
| Treadmills | 80-150kg | Length + weight, often need dismantling |
| American fridges | 100-180kg | Height, doors need removing |
| Multi-gyms | 100-200kg | Bulky, multiple moving parts |
| Pool tables | 200-400kg | Extreme weight, dismantling needed |
📦 What's Included
- Professional moving equipment
- Floor and wall protection
- Proper lifting technique
- Positioned where you want it
Pricing Guide
| Item/Complexity | Est. Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single heavy item, same floor | 30-45 mins | £60 |
| Heavy item upstairs/down | 45 mins-1 hr | £60-85 |
| Extreme weight or difficult access | 1+ hrs | £85+ |
Based on £60 minimum + £50/hr. Really heavy items (200kg+) quoted individually.
Perfect For...
✅ Safes - home and small business safes
✅ Gym equipment - treadmills, multi-gyms, benches
✅ Large appliances - American fridges, range cookers
✅ Between floors - getting heavy stuff upstairs/down
Why Choose Us for Heavy item moving in Exeter?
Extremely heavy items handled safely
Proper equipment and technique
No damage to item or property
Upstairs/downstairs capability
What to Expect
Step 1: Assessment
Look at the item, measure doorways and stairs, work out the approach and equipment needed.
Step 2: Preparation
Might need to remove doors or dismantle parts of the item. Protect floors and walls along the route.
Step 3: Safe Moving
Using proper equipment and technique to move the item without injury or damage. Positioned exactly where you want it.
🔧 DIY Tips
Only attempt this if:
- Item under 80kg
- You've got 2+ strong helpers
- Clear, wide access
- Ground floor only
🔧 If you must DIY:
- Rent proper moving equipment
- Clear the entire route first
- Use furniture sliders
- Lift with legs, keep back straight
- Take frequent breaks
- Stop if it feels dangerous
⚠️ Seriously don't:
- Try to move safes yourself
- Carry heavy items down stairs
- Use makeshift equipment
- Rush the job
💡 Pro trick: If it feels too heavy, it is. Stop and get help.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
📦 Really heavy safe? Anything over 250kg might need specialist safe movers with proper lifting equipment. I'll advise honestly.
Need dismantling? Treadmills and gym equipment often need partial disassembly to get through doors - I can handle that.
Exeter's older houses with narrow stairs? Some items just won't fit. I'll assess honestly before we start rather than get stuck halfway.
Frequently Asked Questions
What qualifies as a heavy item?
Safes, large gym equipment (treadmills, multi-gyms), washing machines, american-style fridges, arcade machines, pool tables - basically anything over 100kg or too heavy/awkward for one person. If you physically can't move it yourself, that's what I mean.
Can you move a safe upstairs?
Depends on the weight and access. Small home safes (under 150kg) usually yes if there's good stair access. Larger safes might need specialist equipment. I'll assess and advise - some jobs need proper safe movers.
Will you damage my floors moving heavy items?
Not if I can avoid it. I use proper moving equipment - dollies, furniture sliders, floor protection. For really heavy stuff like safes I use boards to spread the load. Can't guarantee zero marks on soft wood floors with extreme weight, but I minimize risk.
Can you move gym equipment?
Yes - treadmills, exercise bikes, weight benches, multi-gyms. Some need partial dismantling to get through doorways which I can do. Just need to know what it is and where it's going.
How much notice do you need for heavy item moves?
24-48 hours usually. For really heavy stuff (safes over 200kg) I might need a helper which takes a bit more planning. Give me a call and we'll work out what's needed.
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