Specialty Item Moving Services
Specialized moving services for valuable and delicate items. Our trained professionals handle pianos, artwork, and other specialty pieces with expert care and precision. Student-founded with a commitment to protecting your most precious belongings.
We proudly serve communities across Massachusetts. Available in Boston, Cambridge, Newton, and Worcester and 150+ cities throughout Massachusetts.
Some items require more than standard moving techniques—they need specialized equipment, expert handling, and extra care. Big Bear Movers specializes in moving pianos, pool tables, safes, fine art, antiques, and other valuable or oversized items across Massachusetts and beyond. Our specialty moving team serves [Boston](/locations/boston), [Cambridge](/locations/cambridge), [Brookline](/locations/brookline), [Newton](/locations/newton), [Worcester](/locations/worcester), [Somerville](/locations/somerville), and [Quincy](/locations/quincy) with years of experience handling delicate and heavy items that standard movers often refuse or can't handle properly. We use professional-grade equipment including piano boards and dollies, furniture lifts and hoists, heavy-duty straps and padding, custom crating materials, and climate-controlled transport vehicles. Each specialty move begins with a detailed assessment where we evaluate the item's size, weight, and fragility, assess access points and obstacles (stairs, doorways, hallways), determine required equipment and crew size, discuss insurance and protection options, and provide an accurate quote based on complexity. Whether you're a homeowner with a cherished grand piano, an art collector with valuable paintings, or someone moving a heavy gun safe, Big Bear Movers has the expertise and equipment to handle your specialty items safely. We've successfully moved grand pianos up three-story walk-ups in Boston's historic neighborhoods, transported priceless antiques for estate sales, relocated pool tables with perfect re-leveling, and handled safes weighing over 2,000 pounds. Our white-glove specialty moving service ensures your most precious possessions receive the care and attention they deserve.
Serving Massachusetts Communities
Our specialty moving services are available throughout Massachusetts, including:
What Makes Our Specialty Moving Services Stand Out
Transparent Pricing
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Starting at $350 (local upright moves)
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Custom quotes based on value and size
Specialty Moving Services
Piano Moving (Upright, Grand, Baby Grand)
Piano moving is one of our most requested specialty services. Pianos are extremely heavy (300-1,200+ pounds), delicate instruments that require expert handling. Our piano movers are trained in proper disassembly, protective padding, and reassembly techniques. We handle upright pianos ($350-600 local moves), baby grand pianos ($450-750 local), and full grand pianos ($500-900+ local). Long-distance piano moves range from $800-2,500+ depending on size and distance. We use specialized piano boards, heavy-duty straps, and furniture blankets. For especially valuable or antique pianos, we offer custom crating. Stairs, tight doorways, and long carries may affect pricing—we assess during the estimate. We've moved pianos for Boston Symphony musicians, music schools throughout Massachusetts, and countless families with treasured instruments.
Pool Table Moving & Re-Felting
Pool tables require complete disassembly, careful slate handling, and precise reassembly with perfect leveling. Our pool table specialists remove felt and rails, disassemble slate pieces (which can weigh 400+ pounds), transport all components safely, reassemble at destination, and re-level the table for optimal play. Pool table moves start at $400-800 depending on table size (7ft, 8ft, or 9ft) and access difficulty. Re-felting services available for an additional fee if you want to upgrade felt during the move. We've moved pool tables for private homes, sports bars, and recreational facilities across Massachusetts. Proper leveling is critical for gameplay—our team ensures your table plays as well or better than before the move.
Gun Safe & Heavy Safe Moving
Safes are among the heaviest items we move, ranging from 300 to 2,000+ pounds. Big Bear Movers has the specialized equipment and expertise to safely move floor safes, gun safes, jewelry safes, and commercial safes. We use heavy-duty dollies, ramps, and lifting equipment. Safe moving requires careful planning—we assess stairways, door widths, flooring strength, and turning radiuses. Pricing starts around $300-600 for local safe moves depending on weight, size, floors involved, and access challenges. Extremely heavy safes (1,500+ lbs) may require additional equipment and crew. We protect floors, walls, and the safe itself during transport. Our team has moved safes in and out of Boston brownstone basements, up flights of stairs, and through tight hallways.
Fine Art, Paintings & Sculpture Moving
Artwork requires white-glove handling with museum-quality packing techniques. Our fine art specialists handle oil paintings, watercolors, sculptures, limited edition prints, and mixed media pieces. We provide custom protective wrapping and padding, specialty crating for extremely valuable pieces, climate-controlled transport to prevent temperature/humidity damage, and careful installation at destination. We coordinate with your insurance company for high-value items and provide documentation as needed. Pricing varies based on size, value, and protection requirements. We've transported art for private collectors, galleries, estate sales, and during home renovations. Your artwork is irreplaceable—we treat it with the respect it deserves.
Antique Furniture & Heirloom Moving
Antique furniture presents unique challenges—delicate wood finishes, fragile joints, irreplaceable value. Big Bear Movers specializes in moving antique dining sets, china cabinets, grandfather clocks, vintage dressers, and other heirloom pieces. We use extra padding and protective wrapping, gentle handling techniques for fragile joints and finishes, climate-controlled transport, and custom crating for particularly delicate pieces. We understand that antiques can't be replaced like modern furniture. Our careful handling has protected family heirlooms during estate transitions, collector relocations, and downsizing moves throughout Massachusetts.
Other Specialty Items
Big Bear Movers handles many other specialty items including hot tubs and spas (drained and properly prepared), exercise equipment (treadmills, Peloton bikes, home gyms), large appliances and commercial equipment, marble and stone pieces, glass tabletops and mirrors, chandeliers and lighting fixtures, motorcycles and ATVs, medical equipment and hospital beds, and industrial machinery. Each specialty item requires assessment to determine proper equipment, crew size, and handling techniques. Contact us at (508) 301-3003 to discuss your specific specialty moving needs.
Specialized Moving Equipment
Specialty moving requires specialized tools that standard movers don't have. Big Bear Movers invests in professional equipment including piano boards and skid plates for safe piano transport, furniture lifts and hoists for second and third-story access, heavy-duty appliance dollies rated for 1,000+ pounds, stair-climbing dollies for heavy items on stairs, professional straps and rigging equipment, custom wooden crates built to size for valuable items, climate-controlled trucks for temperature-sensitive items, and floor protection runners and padding. This equipment allows us to handle items that other moving companies can't or won't move. We bring the right tools for every specialty job—no improvising or making do with inadequate equipment.
Why Specialty Movers Matter
Why choose Big Bear Movers for specialty items instead of general movers? Experience and training: Our specialty moving team has years of experience with pianos, safes, antiques, and other high-value items. We know the proper techniques. Proper equipment: We own and maintain specialty equipment. We don't rent or borrow—it's ready for every job. Insurance coverage: We carry comprehensive insurance for specialty moving. Many general movers exclude or severely limit coverage for specialty items. Detailed planning: Every specialty move gets thorough assessment and planning. We identify potential issues before moving day. Careful execution: Specialty items can't be rushed. We take the time needed to move items safely, even if it takes longer. No surprises: We provide accurate quotes after assessing the item and access. You know the cost upfront. Our specialty moving service has earned trust from Massachusetts homeowners, collectors, musicians, and businesses who need their valuable items moved with expert care.
Our Simple Specialty Moving Services Process
Item Assessment
Expert evaluation of specialty items and requirements
Custom Preparation
Specialized packing, crating, and protection
Expert Transport
Trained specialists handle delicate items
Careful Placement
Precise positioning and setup at destination
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What Our Customers Say
"Big Bear Movers exceeded our expectations. The team was incredibly professional and efficient - they made our move stress-free and handled everything with great care."
Jennifer Smith
Worcester, MA
March 2024
"Outstanding service from start to finish. The team was punctual, careful with our belongings, and maintained a positive attitude throughout. Highly recommend their services!"
David Wilson
Springfield, MA
February 2024
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