Are you planning a household move and need help relocating your garage's items? Like most homeowners, you likely have an accumulation of tools and equipment in your garage. For a smooth relocation, it's best to know what to do with these items.

As a professional moving and storage company, we have the expertise to relocate items in your garage. This article will cover some of the most common items in your garage and how to move them correctly. 

Automobiles and Motorcycles

If you can't drive a vehicle or motorcycle to your new destination, you must find a transportation method. For automobiles, the simplest way to transport them is by placing them on a moving trailer. A professional moving provider will have the capabilities to relocate vehicles of all sizes to your home.

Along with automobiles, a moving company can help transport a motorcycle with a specialized shipping crate. The crate will protect your motorcycle and ensure it arrives safely at the next destination. If you want additional protection for your car or motorcycle, you can invest in transportation insurance. 

Grills

To protect your grill during a move, you should add moving pads and straps to provide effective protection. When preparing to move a grill, you will need to store any grates or accessories found on it to prevent them from moving during the relocation.

Additionally, you will need to dispose of any charcoal or propane tanks if you want to transport a grill. The flammable materials aren't allowed on a moving truck for safety reasons.

Paints and Flammable Liquids

For the safety of the residential movers and your belongings, you can't put paints or flammable liquids on a moving truck. With the back of moving trucks reaching high temperatures, these liquids can catch fire.

Some of the most common liquids you can't put on a moving truck are:

  • Gasoline Cans
  • Propane Tanks
  • Diesel Fuel
  • Paint Thinner

If you have these items, you can safely dispose of them at a local facility. Check with your local regulatory office to learn the rules for disposing of hazardous materials. 

Lawncare and Landscaping Items

Garages are a common location to store lawn care equipment and landscaping items. If you no longer need your landscaping equipment, you can sell it or give it to a friend as a gift. 

To transport landscaping equipment, you must empty the fuel tanks and storage. For the other landscaping equipment, they likely don't require any special treatment, and you can include them in a standard storage box. 

Tools

When transporting tools, the most efficient way is by placing the items in a secured toolbox. If you have wood or metalworking equipment, you should consider specialized crating if they include many parts. 

In most cases, a toolbox is enough to keep your items safe throughout the location. If the toolbox has lockable wheels, you should engage them before the moving process. 

Unwanted Items

Lastly, if you have items you don't want to take with you, there are numerous ways to get rid of them properly. If you have items like clothing, kitchenware, or electronics, you can drop them off at a local charity. 

For large metallic items like patio furniture or grills, you can place them on your front curb for local scrappers. Most local scrappers will take them to a recycling plant or keep them in their homes. 

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Foster Van Lines is a professional moving and storage company that offers hassle-free moving services. Since 1941, our local and long-distance movers have helped countless homeowners smoothly transition to their new destination.

Contact us today to request a free moving estimate for your needs. Call to speak with one of our friendly specialists or fill out the online quote form.