If you are going to do a self move, then you are going to need to do some work. There is only one way to get all of this work done, and that is to work smart, not hard.
Chances are your home has quite a few really heavy objects that you are going to have to deal with. What are the best ways to move these large heavy things? You may have a gigantic television set, some large wooden furniture, a piano, or an aquarium. What about your couch or bed? They are not exactly as light as a feather either. Here are some tips that will help you move some of these heavier objects with ease.
Teamwork
It is much easier to lift something that is heavy with more than one person. Don’t be foolish and try to do all of the heavy lifting yourself. You will only hurt yourself. This is one situation where asking for help can be a huge benefit. Your back will thank you when all of the moving is done.
Appliance Dolly
This is handy tool is a great invention, and it will allow you to easily move big heavy appliances. Stoves, no problem. Washing machines, no problem. Dryers, no problem. Refrigerators, no problem. There is no appliance that can not be moved with the help of an appliance dolly. Appliance dollies will put a set of wheels underneath any heavy appliance, and help move them with ease.
Furniture Dollies
These are a lot like appliance dollies in the sense that they are like putting your furniture on wheels. Furniture dollies are basically just small platforms with wheels that can rotate in any direction. Your couch may need more than one to help move it.
Measure first
It is also a good idea to measure your door openings before you try to cram your couch through that space. It might not fit through the doorway. You may have to turn it on its side or take it apart to get it to fit through the doorway. Measuring before you try to move it can help you make better decisions when it comes time to move it.
Push or pull
When push comes to shove it is always easier to push and object than it is to pull one. When you are pushing something you can put all of your weight and muscle power behind it. When you are pulling something, you will not have all of this extra power to your advantage.
Planning
With some very careful planning, it is easy to move even the heaviest objects. If you have done your homework properly, then you will find that moving something heavy is pretty simple. Planning will make your entire move much easier as well.
There is one part of your body that is stronger than the rest, and that part is your brain. We can’t tell you enough how important it is to work smart and not hard. You may have muscles, but you can do some serious damage to them if you try to lift something that is too heavy.