Strictly Prohibited Items

These items cannot be loaded under any circumstances.

• Flammable and explosive: gasoline, propane cylinders, lighter fluid, kerosene, lamp oil, charcoal, fireworks, matches, and fuel‑powered equipment with fuel or vapors present.

• Compressed or pressurized: aerosol cans, oxygen bottles, scuba tanks, butane/propane canisters, and similar pressurized vessels.

• Corrosive, toxic, or reactive: acids, bleach, ammonia, pool chemicals, pesticides, fertilizers, automotive fluids (oil, coolant, brake fluid), paint, paint thinner, solvents, and chemistry sets.

• Ammunition and explosives: ammunition, primers, black powder, and similar components.

• Illegal or hazardous goods as defined by local, state, or federal law.

Items Not Recommended for Transport

Move these personally to reduce risk and liability.

• Valuables and personal documents: cash, jewelry, watches, collectibles, passports, IDs, medical files, financial records, hard drives, and small personal electronics.

• Medications and medical devices: prescription medicines, temperature‑sensitive supplies, and daily‑use medical equipment.

• Perishables: refrigerated or frozen foods, opened pantry items, and anything that can spoil or leak during transit.

• Alcohol and tobacco: restrictions vary; transport personally if allowed by local laws and building rules.

Special‑Handling or Conditional Items

Advance notice may allow safe alternatives or third‑party arrangements.

• Firearms: not transported on the truck; ask about local transfer guidance and safe handling options you can arrange separately.

• Large safes, pianos, gym equipment: may require specialized crews, equipment, and access planning; surcharges and scheduling lead time may apply.

• Lithium batteries and e‑bikes/scooters: capacity and packaging rules vary; removal or separate transport may be required.

• Appliances: must be disconnected, drained, defrosted, and door‑secured; gas connections require licensed technicians.

• Art, glass, and high‑value items: custom crating, soft‑pack, or climate‑sensitive solutions available on request.

Live Items and Plants

• Live animals: cannot be transported on the moving truck under any circumstances.

• Houseplants: often restricted on long‑distance moves due to climate, pests, and regulations; consider personal transport or gifting.

How to Prepare Safely

• Use it up, give it away, or dispose properly: bring hazardous items to community hazardous‑waste programs; never place them in household trash.

• Drain and dry: empty all fuel from mowers, trimmers, and similar tools; run engines until they stall to clear vapors.

• Defrost and disconnect: empty, defrost, and clean refrigerators and freezers at least 24 hours before loading.

• Pack an essentials kit: medications, documents, chargers, basic tools, and a few days of clothing travel with you.

• Label clearly: mark “Do Not Move” on anything you plan to transport personally.

Quick Reference Checklist

Do not load: fuels, propane, aerosols, solvents, paints, bleach/ammonia, pool and lawn chemicals, fireworks, ammunition, oxygen bottles, pressurized tanks.
Carry with you: cash, jewelry, documents, keys, medications, small electronics, irreplaceable keepsakes.
Ask ahead: firearms logistics, oversized/heavy items, lithium battery devices, custom crating for art and glass, appliance servicing.

Alternatives and Support

• Disposal guidance: Piano Movers Omaha can point you to local hazardous‑waste facilities and recycling programs.

• Secure packing: custom crating and premium protective materials available for delicate or high‑value items.

• Specialty partners: referrals for firearm transfers, safe technicians, piano movers, and appliance disconnects.