Best way to move a Sony TV from CA to TX


I am planning a move from Northern California to the Dallas area (yes I like heat and humidity) and would like to find a mover for my 238 pound Sony CRT television - KV36XBR400. I have had sufficient experience with household movers to know that if there is a way to break something they will find it, and the more I request that they be careful with an item the more careless they become.

I have searched through the archives because I have a vague recollection of having seen this question before, but could not find anything.

Thanks.
rmrobinson1957

Showing 1 response by reubent

If you want it to arrive in pristine condition, I would highly recommend taking your own actions to prevent damage. Personally, I like wrapping my audio/video equipment in "cling wrap" of some type. Wrap it completely around all sides and top and overlap the base slightly to make sure the edges don't get scuffed. Wrap it with several layers and keep a lot of tension on the wrap. It will cover very well. I would also suggest cutting a couple of pieces of thick cardboard and placing those over the CRT and attach with the wrapped layers of cling wrap.

Have the movers completely wrap the TV in shipping blankets and padding. It should arrive in good condition. If not, file a claim and get a new one!

Enjoy,

TIC