Moving furniture needs to be done with care and planning. Whether it is a single bulky item to a houseful of furniture it needs to be done so no damage is done to it, you or anything in the way. Some items of furniture are big and heavy and need to be carefully thought out how they are going to be moved. Planning in advance a route and ensuring that all obstructions are moved out of the way, remove rugs and other objects that could cause a problem. More importantly getting some help will make moving furniture a little easier. It is easy to put your back out, or injure yourself when moving large awkward items. Different furniture needs special lifting and moving techniques. Research online and find out specific guidelines to help if you are doing a removal service which calls for moving furniture of all shapes and sizes.
If you are doing the house removals yourself then you will need to be prepared when it comes to moving heavy sofas, wardrobes and tables. Some of it can be disassembled, making it more manageable. Other items may not be so easy. Trying to slide it along can cause damage to the flooring, investing in sliders that can be placed under large objects will make it easier to slide along smoother surfaces such as tiles, laminate and linoleum. Though this isn’t so good on carpet flooring, so you will need to ask for help and use some muscle power to lift it. Plan a route, and wear gloves and proper shoes to prevent any harm if it accidentally drops. It is amazing at how many injuries can result from a removal. This is hard, but doing a little at a time and staying in a low position and bending from the knees will help prevent damage to your back. Take your time and don’t rush. If you are struggling rest for a while, ask family and friends to help.
The more help the better as you can have someone guiding you along a narrow hallway or downstairs etc.
A home removal is like a balancing act for the novice mover so you will not be used to angling large items around a corner. Wear protective clothing and shoes as you might get scratched or something heavy fall on your toes. Gloves help to grip better and protect. Make sure pets and children are not in the way. Tools can help such as trolley and wheel based movers that can help slide heavy bulky pieces along smooth flooring. Getting it onto a van is a big job too. Some of them have lifting gear that will, lift it onto the back. Be on your guard at all times to make sure it doesn’t slip or fall. You will have to secure with straps when on the back of a van and covered with blankets etc. Bear in mind you will have to do it all again at the new location. So take the helpers with you!
Make sure whatever items of furniture you are moving make sure are covered and protected to prevent it getting scratched or marked. Bubble wrap or plastic sheets secured with tape will keep it safe. Boxes are easier to handle for smaller items of furniture. Have a clear route to reduce any potential accidents. Specific items need a lot of care when moving house, so it is probably better to hire some professional help. If it is looking impossible it might be worth considering hiring a professional removal company for a few hours to help assist.
