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By Risely
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August 15, 2026
Buying a gun safe is an important investment in protecting your firearms and valuables, but getting it into your home can be challenging. Because these safes can weigh hundreds to over 1,000 pounds, moving them through doorways, around tight corners, or up and down stairs requires specialized equipment and a carefully planned approach. Kirby’s Moving […]
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By Risely
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July 29, 2026
Whether you’re buying your first firearm safe or upgrading to a larger model, choosing the right gun safe involves more than comparing lock types and fire ratings. One of the biggest factors homeowners overlook is how much the safe weighs and where it will ultimately be installed. At Kirby’s Moving Company, we don’t just move […]
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By Risely
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July 20, 2026
Moving a gun safe may seem straightforward until you’re dealing with 800 pounds of steel, a narrow staircase, and hardwood floors you don’t want to damage. Every year, homeowners attempt DIY gun safe moves that end with damaged property, broken equipment, or serious injuries. The good news? Most of these problems are completely avoidable. Whether […]
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By Risely
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July 10, 2026
Moving a gun safe down a staircase is one of the most challenging moving tasks a homeowner can face. Unlike furniture or appliances, gun safes are extremely heavy, have a high center of gravity, and can quickly become uncontrollable on stairs if handled incorrectly. Whether you’re relocating your safe to a basement, moving to a […]
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