What is the best way to move a grandfather clock?

Answer by  starmlw (960)

Make sure the pendelum is secured so it does not knock about in the cabinet. Make sure the cabinet is locked. You will probably need two people to help you; one to help lift and another to give direction because sometimes you will not be able to see around the clock. Bend at the knees to lift.

Answer by  smith79 (129)

Moving a grandfather clock is challenging and I would first suggest hiring a moving company with experience in this field to prevent damage to your clock. Moving it yourself, I reccommend winding the clock and removing the weights after marking them before you move.

Answer by  Heather187504 (43)

You should be able to lift it slightly and slide a low (small wheel) dolly underneath, depending on the size of the clock, and use the hand truck to move the clock to the desired spot. There are various sizes of dollys available through moving companies such as UHaul, Ryder, etc.

Answer by  lauryn (194)

You should go to Meijer's,Target or Walmart and by Super Sliders. Depending on the size of the clock you'll need anywhere from 2-4 Super Sliders. Put the Sliders under the clock and you'll be able to move the clock without any help from anyone else.

Answer by  ca1111 (95)

First you need to remove the weights. Next carefully remove the pendulum. Make sure that during the move the clock case stays steady and doesn't shift around. If in doubt about packing hire a professional to do this for you.

Answer by  Liz59 (10966)

The best way to move it is by hand. But you need atleast two to three people so that you won't drop it or mess with it. You need to move it slowly.

Answer by  digital1007 (113)

The best way to move a grandfather clock would be to have at least three other people helping you with lifting it. In conjunction with everyone you would have to put in on a dolly, slowly moving it to correct place.

Answer by  ktow70 (305)

the best way if it is valuable would be hire bonded pros if not strap to a dolly and cross your fingers

Answer by  joantheresa (1421)

To move a grandfather clock be sure to remove the pendulum and the weights. It would be a good idea to tape the hands on the face of the clock.

Answer by  M568460 (45)

The best way to move a grandfather clock is to keep it out of reach of children ,and to keep doing a monthly service.