Moving large items during a household move can present a number of challenges.
From the potential of injuries to having the right equipment, to getting the right transportation for moving those larger items, the hurdles facing many homeowners can be daunting.
What’s even more daunting is that if your moving plan doesn’t account for larger items it can mean some last minute stress that could be avoided with a bit of coordination.
One of the larger items that often proves to be more difficult than others are pool and billiard tables.
Heavy and often awkward to handle, pool tables can present a significant challenge for even the most experienced movers.
If you find yourself in the situation where moving your pool table is included in your moving to-do list, here are some tips for you that may help you overcome that challenge.
1. Disassemble (If Possible)
Though it’s not possible for some tables, if you can disassemble your pool table into modular parts, that could significantly lighten the load for you.
Disassembling means pieces can be handled individually, which makes them less awkward and much, much easier to get into your portable storage container or truck.
2. Cover & Protect Table Surfaces
If you’re an avid pool player, you’ll know how important a smooth, clean surface is to a proper pool table.
Regardless if you can disassemble your pool table or not, making sure the tabletop surface and rails are properly protected is vital to making sure your table stays in great shape during your move.
3. Pack Accessories With Table
One thing that can get overlooked are all of the accessories that come with a pool table setup: pool cues, pool balls, racks, cue holder, chalk, etc.
These accessories can be thrown into the rest of a home’s regular items; something that can have you pulling your hair out when you’re setting up your new pool table experience in your new home as you unpack.
4. When In Doubt, Hire Movers
If you’re unsure how to effectively (and safely) move your pool table, there’s always your friendly, local neighborhood mover you can reach out to that can help.
Moving companies have more experience, tools and equipment to properly handle your pool table, so give them a call or get an estimate for moving.
With the help of a mover, you’ll be well on your way to “running the table” in your new home with the help of local movers.