A gun safe is one of the heaviest, most awkward items in any home, and exactly the kind of thing that hurts people and floors when moved by amateurs. Here's how it's done safely.
Before move day, remove the contents — firearms, ammunition, valuables and documents — and transport them yourself, separately and securely. Ammunition can't go on the moving truck, and you'll want firearms and valuables in your own possession anyway. An empty safe is also lighter and safer to move.
Gun safes commonly weigh 500–1,000+ lbs, with the weight high and concentrated. They need heavy-duty equipment — a rated dolly or safe jack, straps, and a trained crew — to move without tipping. A tipped safe can injure someone or punch through a floor.
Stairs are the danger zone: the weight stays downhill, the crew controls the descent slowly, and we protect every floor and threshold on the path — a dropped safe gouges hardwood and cracks tile instantly. LA walk-ups and tight turns are planned in advance with the right gear.
Safe moves are quoted up front based on the weight, the stairs, and the access at both ends — send the safe's specs and photos for a flat price. Our crews bring the equipment and protect the path. See our safe moving service, floor protection guide, and what movers won't move.
Yes — remove firearms, ammunition, valuables and documents and transport them yourself. Ammunition can't go on the moving truck, and an empty safe is safer and lighter to move.
Commonly 500–1,000+ lbs, with the weight high and concentrated, which is why it needs a rated dolly or safe jack, straps and a trained crew to move without tipping.
Yes, with the right equipment and crew — the weight is kept downhill and controlled slowly, with floors and thresholds protected. It's not a safe DIY job.
It's quoted up front based on the weight, stairs and access at both ends. Send the safe's specs and photos of both locations for a flat written price.
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