How do movers handle glass table tops?
Glass tops are packed as bulky fragile items, with the table taken apart when needed. Silver covers that packing; otherwise materials are charged as used.
Get a free quote01What we do with glass
A glass table top is treated as a bulky, fragile piece. The crew lifts it off the base, wraps and packs it on its own, and then takes the base apart if that is needed to move it. Tell us about glass tops ahead of time so the right supplies are on the truck.
02How a glass top travels
- Clear the table and let the crew lift the glass off. Do not slide it off by yourself.
- The glass is wrapped and protected as a separate piece.
- The legs or base are disassembled when the shape calls for it, with hardware bagged and kept together.
- The top rides upright and secured in the truck, never flat under other items.
- At the new place, the base goes back together first and the glass is set on last.
03How the packing is billed
| Option | Glass packing |
|---|---|
| Standard rate | Packing materials for the glass are charged as used |
| Silver package | Wrapping and packing of bulky fragile items such as glass tops is covered |
You choose whether to use Silver at the end of the move, after comparing totals. More on what each option covers is on our packing services page.
04Other glass in the house
Shelves inside cabinets, glass doors on hutches and framed mirrors need the same care. Remove loose glass shelves if you can, or point them out to the foreman at the walkthrough. Keep a note of each piece on your moving checklist. A glass coffee table, a glass desk and a dining top in the same home add up, and knowing the count ahead of time helps us bring enough material.
05More on fragile and bulky pieces
FAQQuestions and answers
Should I take the glass off my table before the movers arrive?
It is safer to leave it for the crew. Large panes are heavy and awkward, and two movers can lift them off evenly.
Do you take apart dining tables?
Yes, disassembly and reassembly of tables is part of the service at no extra charge beyond time.
What does it cost to pack a glass tabletop?
On the standard rate you pay for the materials used. If you pick Silver at the end, packing for bulky fragile items is included in the package.
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