Tank Moving Services vs. Self Moving

[SanClementeEric]

I'm in the market for a 180-300 gallon tank. I'm going to look at a 300 gallon set-up tonight and, as long as it looks good, I'm pretty sure I'll pull the trigger on it. The tank is 8' x 24" x 30". Glass.

Are there any reputable tank movers out there?

Otherwise, I've gotten some advices and have helped others on moves but wondered about the logistics of such a move, if self-moved. Any suggestions?

 

[mark.a.smith405]

Is it an established tank? Are you starting the tank over? I know @lotsoffishes does it. I'm sure a lot of the sponsors on here could help as well. Sounds like a sweet tank! Let's see a pic!

 

[Zoarder]

Is this tank for you? Not to be nosey or a @ss but it will probably make it seem that way lol but if you couldn't buy a chiller for a smaller tank, you think it will be a good idea getting something so big? I was going to get a 220 but I knew it was way too much... thats why I am selling pretty much everything but 2 tanks. If you have the time and the money for then go for it. Just think about it tho. Its so much money.... I think buying crack would be a lot cheaper...

 

[SanClementeEric]

That doesn't answer my question at all.

But what are you saying is expensive?


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[805reef]

more lighting needed, bigger return, more/bigger powerheads, bigger skimmer, more heaters, bigger chiller, more electricity...


Besides that I don't have any advice as I've never moved a tank bigger than my 180 and its acrylic. If I was moving a tank as big as your talking about with friends/helpers I would have to make sure I trusted them all enough to do it. Also maybe look into those big large glass suction cup holder things. I think amazon carries them?

Good luck with whichever way you choose, cant wait to see pics!

 

[SanClementeEric]

[MENTION=6904]Zoarder[/MENTION] I'm not saying you don't have valid points. I'll address some later. Some believe a bigger system is easier to maintain than three smaller systems. Since you referenced my chiller post, you should be aware that one of my options was combining into a larger more stable system.

I had already resigned to getting a chiller (especially after someone did let me borrow one for a few days and it worked so good.) . I just know it takes time to find a good deal on one.




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[Emac909]

more lighting needed, bigger return, more/bigger powerheads, bigger skimmer, more heaters, bigger chiller, more electricity...


Besides that I don't have any advice as I've never moved a tank bigger than my 180 and its acrylic. If I was moving a tank as big as your talking about with friends/helpers I would have to make sure I trusted them all enough to do it. Also maybe look into those big large glass suction cup holder things. I think amazon carries them?

Good luck with whichever way you choose, cant wait to see pics!

Don't forget more water. A lot more water. I'm going through 55 to 65 gallons in top off a week.
It does get a lot more expensive when u go larger Eric. I went from the 180 to the 300 and my Edison bill almost went up a $100 a month. Then the water that I stated up above. And with using more water u have u replace filters more often. The 300 has put my on the verge of quitting the hobby cause it's so expensive.

 

[Fly5150]

Don't forget more water. A lot more water. I'm going through 55 to 65 gallons in top off a week.

You have air conditioning? I'm at 30 gallons a day on 2 frag systems, about 600 gallons TWV with fans only.


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[SanClementeEric]

I went from the 180 to the 300 and my Edison bill almost went up a $100 a month. Then the water that I stated up above. And with using more water u have u replace filters more often. The 300 has put my on the verge of quitting the hobby cause it's so expensive.

Ah Man! Anyone want to buy a 300?!

 

[joseserrano]

Hire someone. I use to move tanks and do installs this size. I wish it on no one. If you have the money, spend it, and save yourself the headache

 

[mark.a.smith405]

Dang did you buy it already?!

 

[SanClementeEric]

Dang did you buy it already?!

I was being facetious. But I'm on my way to look at it.

Note: one compelling reason I would go for it is that it's unbelievably low in price.

 

[BeanMachine]

You have air conditioning? I'm at 30 gallons a day on 2 frag systems, about 600 gallons TWV with fans only.


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30 gallons a week not a day right? Which is still quite a lot you frag star you lol

 

[Fly5150]

30 gallons a week not a day right? Which is still quite a lot you frag star you lol

Been 30 gallons a day for the past week. I finally had to hook up my chillers as backup but it's mostly fans. I may install air conditioning in my garage...this is getting out of hand.

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[Fly5150]

I was being facetious. But I'm on my way to look at it.

Note: one compelling reason I would go for it is that it's unbelievably low in price.

It's not free? Haha jk...jk better get a big heater and big chiller. I've got 2-800w and a 1/3 hp arctica on my 300.


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[BeanMachine]

Been 30 gallons a day for the past week. I finally had to hook up my chillers as backup but it's mostly fans. I may install air conditioning in my garage...this is getting out of hand.

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Holy **** !

I was in Lakewood today... sweating ballz. Same temp in Tustin. Ive been running my ac non stop the last few weeks.

What temp your system running at?

 

[BeanMachine]

Hire someone. I use to move tanks and do installs this size. I wish it on no one. If you have the money, spend it, and save yourself the headache

Second that unless you can round up several people which may be difficult. Need at least 4 people to carry it.

 

[Fly5150]

Holy **** !

I was in Lakewood today... sweating ballz. Same temp in Tustin. Ive been running my ac non stop the last few weeks.

What temp your system running at?

I haven't turned off my AC in months. My power bill is 6-700 a month anyway. I think Edison feels sorry for me and stops charging me when I hit $700. Lol

Whatcha doing in my hood?

I've been keeping it 79-80.


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[SanClementeEric]

Hahaha! (Almost)

 

[LotsaFishies]

I do tank moves (and other services of course as well) for a living. I've moved 8-10 tanks in this size. It is a a LOT of work and requires a TON of buckets / containers / pumps / hoses / suction cups etc. Depending on location, complexity, if plumbing will need to be cut/redone, if it's filled, etc it would likely take me and my team (that do this frequently and have the system down pat) 8-11+hrs. Would likely take "the average person" at least 50% longer. This is not a cheap job.

Feel free to call / text / email / pm me