How Do I Know If I Need Art Handling?
Many homeowners who have amassed art collections over the years may not know the true value of their collections. Over time their items may have appreciated significantly and when a household move is on the horizon they should think about how their art is going to be handled. Improper packing, crating or handling can be disastrous. Here are a few questions a person should ask themselves to determine if they need to hire an art handler for their art:
This is the first question to ask. If you have had the art for a while and don’t know its present value, get an appraisal. This appraisal will be good to have to update your insurance records and to help determine the proper handling for it. A simple rule is this: If it’s worth keeping on your walls it should be handled properly, even if it doesn’t appraise out for a high dollar value. Along with artworks, family heirlooms should be handled by someone who will take the necessary steps to insure safe moving.
- How valuable is it?

- How far will it be moved?
- Is the art replaceable?
Posted by Jim Henderson