Do removal companies disassemble furniture?
This is a common question the public ask when trying to plan their next house move.
So, do removal companies dismantle and rebuild furniture when moving you? Typically yes, any reputable, professional mover will offer a dismantling service as part of their quotation to you.
Here we discuss which items should be dismantled for your move, along with explaining the benefits of having a moving company dismantle furniture for you.
What pieces of furniture may need to be disassembled?
Every home is different, and furniture comes in all shapes and sizes so the answer to this question is not an exact science. Typical furniture that will be easier and safer to move if dismantled includes:
Bed frames - Wooden and metal bed frames for example are unlikely to be able to moved down a staircase or through most doors in one whole piece.
Wardrobes - Anything larger than a single wardrobe should be split down if possible. As well as the complexities that arise from trying to move a large wardrobe down a staircase with a turn, there is also the stability of the piece itself to consider. Some wardrobes do like to be moved in one piece and can flex and lose sturdiness. If it can be dismantled, it should be.
Sofas - This one is often overlooked. A lot of sofas these days, especially recliners and corner sofas can be broken down into smaller pieces. Most recliners have the facility to have the backs taken off them (a very quick, easy process when you know how), as well as splitting into smaller individual sections. This obviously makes it much easier for the movers to move them, reducing the chances of any damage occurring.
Dining tables - This is often a very simple task but can save much time and hassle. Most dining tables can have their legs taken off with a simple couple of screws being removed. This turns it into a much friendlier piece to move.
How long does it take to dismantle a typical piece of furniture?
Obviously every piece is different and different companies will work to different speeds, however with experienced staff and the right equipment, most pieces should be straightforward to dismantle and rebuild again.
From our experience the most time consuming pieces are ottoman style lift up beds, large day beds and larger wardrobes with such features as sliding doors. Even with qualified experienced staff these items need a good amount of time set aside to complete. Whereas a dining table could be literally 5 minutes to dismantle, the items mentioned above could be an hour or 2.
How much does it cost to dismantle furniture?
Every company will charge differently for such services. Typically for example you could expect to pay between £30-60 for a simple item, or over £100 for a more complex item. Your removal company can discuss the prices in more detail. Obviously prices are different all around the country and these are just a rough guide to give an idea.
Will removal companies rebuild furniture?
Most removal companies will rebuild anything they have dismantled. If a bed is needed to be taken apart to move, then it is fair to expect it to be rebuild at the new property. It is worth remembering that some furniture is not as strong when it is being dismantled and rebuilt on numerous occasions.
What can you do to prepare for furniture dismantling?
If you know a wardrobe needs to be dismantled then you could help the process by emptying the wardrobe into portable hanging cartons or similar packaging (a good removal company will have these). You could strip the bedding off the beds, clear any tables etc ready for dismantling. Equally as important is ensuring there is space for the mover to work in, so under beds, behind wardrobe etc should be clear.
There are plenty of handy moving checklists online which are a really good way of keeping track of what you need to do prior to move day. For example, this one from Rightmove is great for preparing for your move day. Click here for checklist.
Having a removal company take care of the dismantling and rebuilding will allow you to focus on other tasks that you need to be doing when moving house. Do you want to wake up on your move day with 3 beds and 2 wardrobes to dismantle yourself? Or do you want to wake up knowing it will be taken care of for you by a professional.
To recap, these are the benefits to you having a removal company dismantle your furniture:
Time saving
Professionally done
Less chances of damage to furniture or property
Making moving house less stressful
At Empire Removals South West Ltd we have the experience and knowledge to safely and carefully dismantle your furniture and rebuild at the other end. We do it everyday and will discuss this during our initial quotation survey.
Please browse our website for details on our furniture dismantling services along with the other services we provide, and do not hesitate to contact us with any questions or enquiries.
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