Specialty movers for pets, boats, motorbikes, antiques & pianos
We connect you with skilled, licensed, and insured specialty movers who know how to move your most valuable belongings, like a vintage motorcycle, priceless items, a grand piano, a boat, or even a pet.
These moves are more than just transportation, they also involve trust. That is why we partner with professionals who understand what your special items mean to you and provide customized and secure moving solutions.
The Benefits of Hiring Expert Specialty Movers
- Special Equipment: Specialty movers employ hydraulic lifts, climate containers, dollies, and lift gates among other specialized tools.
- Custom Packing & Crating: High-value items are packed with premium materials, hence offering moisture control and shock resistance.
- Expertise: Teams are educated in item-specific disassembly/reassembly, logistics planning, and white-glove handling.
- Regulatory Knowledge: It is important for transporting boats, pets, or international shipping.
Pro Tip: Always ask your mover about climate control options for antiques and appropriate sedation-free pet relocation practices.
Request for Free Specialty Moving Quotes
On Movers.com we make it simple to compare licensed, insured specialty movers that offer:
- Transparent pricing
- Customized logistics
- Professional care for your prized possessions
Fill out our quote form to get free estimates from qualified professionals who can handle your item with care.
Average Costs of Specialty Moving
| Service Type |
Estimated Cost Range |
| Piano Move (local) |
$250 – $600 |
| Piano Move (long distance) |
$500 – $1,200 |
| Antique/Fine Art Move |
$300 – $2,000+ (depends on item and distance) |
| Motorcycle Shipping |
$400 – $900 (enclosed transport) |
| Boat Transport |
$600 – $3,000+ (based on length and destination) |
| Pet Relocation |
$200 – $2,500+ (depending on species and distance) |
Tip: Weight, distance, packing/crating needs, and destination rules all affect prices. Get tailored estimates using our quote form.
What Is Specialty Moving Services?
Trained professional providing specialty moves handle uncommon, high-value, or delicate items needing extra care and accuracy. This covers:
Piano Movers
- Moving uprights, baby grands, and grand pianos
- Hoisting with more than one floor
- Disassembly and Reassembly of pianos
Antique and Fine Art Movers
- Custom crating and padding
- Climate-controlled packing
- Handling of valuable antiques with white gloves
Motorcycle Movers
- Offer enclosed motorcycle transport
- Wheel chocks, and tie-down straps
- Insurance for your valuable bikes
Boat Transport Services
- Carrying and trailering small boats on flatbeds
- Following DOT and marine transport rules
- Safe boat cradles or shrink-wrapping
Pet Relocation Services
- Transporting pets within the United States and Internationally
- Travelling in climate-controlled, pet-safe conditions
- Using carriers and documentations that are approved by the USDA
Each item or pet needs a different method, which is something that our network of movers is particularly good at.