--- title: FAQ: Moving Pianos, Hot Tubs and Specialty Items url: https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/specialty-items/ business: O'Brien's Moving & Storage address: 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431 phone: 775-359-6683 (toll-free 1-800-253-7814) hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm licenses: U.S. DOT No. 30611, MC-109375, Nevada CPCN 1070; interstate agent for Bekins Van Lines since 1955 type: Moving and storage company, family owned since 1941 --- - [Home](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/) - [Moving resources: guides, checklists, tools and data](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/resources/) - [Moving FAQ](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/) - FAQ: Pianos, hot tubs and specialty items # Questions about pianos, hot tubs and other specialty items O'Brien's moves seven kinds of specialty items, from pianos and organs to pool tables, hot tubs, wine cellars, fine art, appliances and vehicles. Each is listed on the estimate so the right crew and equipment are scheduled. or call [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) [4.3 on Google · 71 reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/) Family owned since 1941 [U.S. DOT No. 30611](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/about/licenses-and-authority/) Heavy and fragile items need a plan before moving day. The answers below describe how each specialty category is handled and what to tell your estimator when the item is in your home. ## Instruments and games ### Can you move a piano or organ? Yes. Pianos and organs are one of the specialty categories, covered on the [piano moving page](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/specialty-moving/pianos/). ### Can you move a pool table? Yes. Pool tables are a specialty category, and the [pool table page](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/specialty-moving/pool-tables/) explains the steps. ### Do I need to tell you about the stairs? Yes. Stairs, narrow doorways and tight turns all change how an item is carried, so tell the estimator about each one. ## Outdoor and household items ### Can you move a hot tub? Yes. Hot tub moving is a specialty service, with the details on the [hot tub page](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/specialty-moving/hot-tubs/). ### Do you move household appliances? Yes. Refrigerators, washers, dryers and other appliances are moved, as described on the [appliances page](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/specialty-moving/appliances/). ### Can a vehicle go with my move? Yes. Auto transport with your move is available, and the [auto transport page](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/specialty-moving/auto-transport/) explains it. ## Art, antiques and wine ### Do you crate art, antiques and glass? Yes. Custom crating protects art, glass, antiques and machinery for the road or the warehouse. ### Can you move a wine collection or wine cellar? Yes. Wine cellars are a specialty category, covered on the [wine cellar page](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/specialty-moving/wine-cellars/). ### Where do I start with fine art? Start with the [fine art and antiques page](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/specialty-moving/fine-art-and-antiques/), then ask the estimator to review each piece. ### Sources (checked October 18, 2026) - [FMCSA, Protect Your Move](https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/protect-your-move) - [eCFR, 49 CFR Part 375, Transportation of Household Goods](https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-49/subtitle-B/chapter-III/subchapter-B/part-375) ### Free in-home estimate - An O'Brien's estimator walks through your home - A written, itemized estimate - 10 free heavy-duty boxes, yours to keep [How our estimates work](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/how-our-estimates-work/) ### Visit or call the office 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431 [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) | Monday to Friday | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm | | --- | --- | | Saturday and Sunday | Closed | [Get my free estimate](#estimate) ### Related - [Specialty item moving](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/specialty-moving/) - [Custom crating for art, glass, antiques and machinery](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/packing/custom-crating/) - [Piano and organ moving](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/specialty-moving/pianos/) More questions ## Other question pages - [### FAQ: Estimates and pricing](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/estimates-and-pricing/) - [### FAQ: Valuation and claims](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/valuation-and-claims/) - [### FAQ: Packing and boxes](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/packing-and-boxes/) - [### FAQ: Storage](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/storage/) - [### FAQ: Long-distance moves and Bekins](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/long-distance-and-bekins/) - [### FAQ: Moves inside Nevada and to California](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/nevada-and-california-moves/) - [### FAQ: Military moves](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/military-moves/) - [### FAQ: Commercial and FF&E](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/commercial-and-ffe/) - [### FAQ: Scheduling, seasons and winter moves](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/scheduling-and-winter/) - [### FAQ: International moves](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/international/) - [### FAQ: Senior moves](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/senior-moves/) - [### FAQ: Moving to Reno](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/moving-to-reno/) - [### FAQ: Licenses and insurance](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/licenses-and-insurance/) - [### FAQ: Payment and paperwork](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/payment-and-paperwork/) - [### FAQ: Moving at Lake Tahoe and Truckee](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/lake-tahoe-and-truckee/) ## 4.3 stars from 71 Google reviews What customers say about O'Brien's [Read more reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/)[See them on Google](https://maps.google.com/maps?cid=17335326057105140938) M Mark S. January 22, 2026 Great company and local. They take great care of your moving needs. They are very accommodating and quick to respond. Highly recommend them for your moving needs and storage needs. Thanks to the O'Brien team for doing a fantastic job. L Laurie I. September 28, 2025 The two employees showed up on time and were very polite and ready to work. Our quote was 8 hours and they finished in 5 hours. Office staff checked in prior to move and confirmed all details and check in after move to make sure everything was taken care of. Would use this company again for sure! ### Owner's reply Laurie, Thank you for the awesome review! We are glad to hear everything went smoothly, and you were satisfied with the service. We want to also thank you for your business we appreciate you! N Nicole B. June 25, 2025 The crew worked extremely hard and treated our belongings with care. Customer service was outstanding leading up to, during, and after move. Thank you! ## Get your free, in-home moving estimate An estimator visits, walks through everything and gives you a written, itemized estimate. Rather talk? [Call 775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm Our estimators: Sean, Luke, Christa and Janet. 2277 Glendale Ave Sparks, NV 89431 [4.3 on Google · 71 reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/) Family owned since 1941 U.S. DOT No. 30611 · MC-109375 · Nevada CPCN 1070