Custom crating · Cross-country moves & shipping
Built to
arrive whole.
Some things can’t ride in a blanket. For antiques, art, glass and other fragile pieces heading across the country, we build a wooden crate around the item so it can’t shift, flex or take a hit on the way.
What we crate
When a blanket isn’t enough
Most furniture travels safely in moving blankets and shrink wrap. A crate is for the pieces that can’t take pressure, vibration or a single shift, especially on a trip of hundreds of miles.
How we build it
Built around your item
- MeasureWe measure the item and look at its weak points: legs, glass, corners and anything that sticks out.
- Build to fitWe build the crate from wood to the item’s size, so there is no empty space for it to slide around in.
- Block & cushionFoam blocking goes on every side and corner, and the item is wrapped or boxed inside, so it can’t shift or touch the walls.
- Close, label & loadThe crate is closed, marked fragile and “this side up,” and loaded and strapped so it rides upright.
Across the country
Why long trips need crates
A cross-country trip means days on the road, hours of vibration, and more chances for a load to shift or for an item to be handled. A fitted crate takes those risks off the item: the wood takes the bumps, and the blocking keeps it from moving inside.
Crating pairs with our long-distance moving and packing services, so your most fragile pieces get the extra protection while the rest of your home is wrapped and loaded the usual way.
When does an item need a crate instead of blanket wrap?
Blanket wrap and shrink wrap protect most furniture. A crate is for items that can’t take any pressure or movement: antiques, glass and stone, art, chandeliers, delicate equipment, and anything high-value going a long way or being handed to a freight carrier.
Can you crate items that are shipping across the country?
Yes. Long trips mean more handling, more miles of vibration and sometimes a transfer between trucks. A fitted crate keeps the item still and protected the whole way. Tell us where it is going and how it is shipping, and we will build the crate for that trip.
How much does custom crating cost?
It depends on the item’s size, weight and how fragile it is. We price each crate individually and include it in your quote, so you know the cost before we build anything.
Can you crate one item without a full move?
Yes. We build crates for single items, even if we are not moving the rest of your home. Call or text with what the item is, its rough size and where it is going, and we will quote the crate.
How far ahead should I ask for a crate?
As early as you can. Each crate is built to fit, so mention it when you book your move or request your quote.
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