Custom Crating
San Diego
Some items can't be wrapped in a blanket and hoped for the best. Fine art, antiques, wine collections, irreplaceable heirlooms, and high-value electronics deserve custom-engineered protection. Our specialty crating team builds around your item, not the other way around.
What We Crate
Custom Protection For
Every Valuable Item
No two items are alike. Our custom crating service is built around your specific piece, its dimensions, fragility, material, and value all determine the crate design and materials used.
Fine Art & Paintings
Custom wooden crates built to the exact dimensions of each painting or sculpture. Acid-free padding, corner protection, and climate-safe materials used throughout.
Antiques & Collectibles
Irreplaceable antiques, ceramics, porcelain, and collectibles custom-packed using archival materials. Every piece assessed individually before packing begins.
Wine Collections
Temperature-stable wine crating for moving cellars, investment bottles, and rare vintages. Horizontal foam-cell dividers prevent contact and vibration damage.
Electronics & AV Equipment
Custom foam-fitted crates for large displays, servers, audio equipment, and sensitive electronics. Anti-static materials used where required.
Mirrors & Large Glass
Oversized mirrors, glass tabletops, and stained glass require corner cushioning, center support, and rigid wooden crate frames, we build all of it.
Sculptures & 3D Art
Three-dimensional art and sculptures foam-fitted in custom interior mounts that prevent any movement in any direction during transport.
Documents & Archives
Archival-grade flat boxes and crates for original artwork on paper, historic documents, photographs, and sensitive records.
Jewelry & Valuables
High-security custom cases with chain of custody documentation for jewelry, coins, bullion, and high-value personal property.
Specialty Instruments
Beyond pianos, harps, large string instruments, and other specialty instruments requiring custom-fitted travel cases or crates.
Our Process
How Custom Crating
Works
Every custom crate starts with an in-person assessment. We never guess dimensions or materials, your item's safety depends on getting this exactly right.
Item Assessment
We evaluate your item in person, dimensions, weight, material, fragility, and value. This determines the crate design, padding type, and materials required.
Custom Crate Design
Our team designs a crate built specifically for your item. Interior foam mounts, corner supports, and padding are all custom-cut to fit precisely.
Professional Build
Crates are built from kiln-dried lumber with interior foam, acid-free padding, and archival materials. Every crate is assembled and tested before your item is placed inside.
Secure Loading & Documentation
Crated items are secured in the truck with tie-downs. Every item receives a condition report with timestamped photos before and after for insurance purposes.
Why Discount Movers
What Makes Us
Different
Family owned since 1997. Licensed, insured, and trusted by thousands of San Diego families.
Serving San Diego Since 1997
Founded 1997. We have crated and moved hundreds of high-value items across San Diego, from Rancho Santa Fe estates to La Jolla galleries and Downtown condos.
Insurance Documentation
Full photo documentation and condition reports provided for every high-value item. We coordinate with your insurance carrier if needed.
Chain of Custody
Every high-value item is tracked from pickup to delivery. Nothing leaves our care without documentation and your explicit sign-off.
FAQ
Questions Answered
Have Something Irreplaceable?
Call us for a free crating assessment. We will evaluate your item in person and provide a written quote with no obligation.
Free Quote
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We respond within 2 hours during business hours (8am–8pm daily). No commitment.