Which furniture should be dismantled before a move?

Large and bulky furniture that does not fit through doors or the stairwell should be dismantled – often wardrobes, bed frames, large shelving units and fitted kitchens. Anything that fits through in one piece is better left whole, because every dismantling strains chipboard and screw holes. You can do the dismantling yourself or add it to your booking with us.

How long does it take to dismantle a wardrobe?

With a little practice, an average wardrobe can often be dismantled in 30 to 60 minutes. With large wardrobe systems with several elements or mirrored doors, dismantling takes longer. If you do it yourself, allow plenty of time, as reassembly usually takes longer than dismantling.

Do I need my own tools for assembly?

If you book dismantling with us, the team brings the tools. If you do it yourself, you need a cordless screwdriver with suitable bits, Allen keys, a hammer, a spirit level and spare wall plugs. Put everything in a box that is packed last and unpacked first.

Do moving companies also reassemble the kitchen?

Kitchen cabinets, worktop and fronts can be dismantled, transported and reassembled on request; they often have to be adapted to the new dimensions. A qualified electrician handles the hard-wired connection of an electric cooker and work on the building's installation, and a specialist firm handles gas appliances. More under private move .

What happens if furniture is damaged during assembly?

We are liable for damage to your belongings under the German Commercial Code, under § 451e HGB at €620 per cubic metre of cargo space. Photograph delicate furniture beforehand and point out existing damage. Report visible damage no later than the day after delivery, and hidden damage within 14 days (§ 451f HGB).

Can I have the furniture reassembled on moving day as well?

Yes, dismantling , transport and reassembly can usually be done on the same day for a move within Berlin, if you book them. On long routes reassembly may take place the following day. We agree the process with you during the survey.

How do I prepare furniture for dismantling?

Empty all wardrobes, drawers and shelves completely before the moving date. Unplug electrical appliances, tie up cables, take out loose glass shelves and pack them separately so that dismantling can start quickly. On request we can additionally pack mirrors and glass panels.

What should I bear in mind with fitted wardrobes?

Fitted wardrobes are often firmly attached to the wall or ceiling and built in to fit exactly. Before dismantling , check how they are fixed and whether they will fit into the new flat at all. If they belong to the rented flat, they stay there; if in doubt, clarify this with your landlord beforehand.

Do you also take down lamps and curtains?

Curtain rails, shelves and wall fixings can be removed on request, packed and put back up at your new home. For connecting lights to the building's electrical installation, a qualified electrician is the right choice. Mention everything during the survey so we can plan it in.

Is dismantling furniture included in the fixed price?

What is included in the fixed price is stated in the quote after the survey: if you book dismantling and reassembly , they are explicitly listed there. This applies to moves within Berlin as well as to long-distance moves . Ask if an item is missing.

How can I avoid scratches and damage when dismantling furniture?

Good padding, careful work and enough space are the key to avoiding scratches when dismantling furniture . Blankets, corner protectors and film protect delicate surfaces and edges; dismantled panels stand upright and secured in the lorry. That way your furniture arrives intact, and reassembly succeeds without new damage.

ASSEMBLY WHEN MOVING

Dismantling & reassembling furniture

Photos, labelled bags, protective material: how to dismantle furniture for a move and reassemble it properly in your new flat.

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Dismantling and reassembling furniture: how every screw finds its way back

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Unsere Firma is based in Berlin-Moabit (Stromstraße 21), and on request dismantles furniture and reassembles it at the destination.

When dismantling and reassembling furniture, every screw counts. Before a wardrobe is taken apart, it is worth taking a photo from the front and from the inside; screws, wall plugs and fittings go into a labelled bag that is attached to the piece of furniture. Large wardrobes, beds and shelving units are dismantled first so that routes are clear. That way no small parts get lost, and reassembling the furniture at the destination goes faster. You can add this service to our private move.

Delicate fronts, mirrors and glass shelves are protected with blankets and film before transport. Not everything is part of furniture assembly: leave the hard-wired connection of an electric cooker to a qualified electrician and gas appliances to a specialist firm. We are liable for damage to your belongings under § 451e HGB at €620 per cubic metre; for very valuable items additional insurance is worthwhile. What we dismantle and reassemble is listed in the quote after the survey.

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What is dismantled appears in the quote

Tell us during the survey which furniture should be dismantled and reassembled – wardrobe, bed frame or fitted kitchen. We then give you a fixed price in which dismantling and reassembly are explicitly listed. Call us on 01625978461 and arrange an appointment.

Quotes available individually based on workload, scheduling and the desired scope of services.

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THREE GROUND RULES

Photos, bags, padding

What really matters when dismantling

A wardrobe that has been taken apart has to stand straight again at the end, and no fitting may be missing. That is why dismantling furniture involves three things: photos before taking it apart, labelled bags for small parts and protective material for fronts and glass. We are based in Berlin-Moabit (Stromstraße 21) and on request dismantle furniture and reassemble it at the destination; we give you the fixed price after the survey. We are liable for damage under § 451e HGB, and additional insurance is available.

Photo before dismantling

One picture from the front and one from the inside later show where shelves, doors and fittings were – better than any lost instructions.

Labelled bags

Screws and wall plugs for each piece of furniture go into a bag, labelled and taped to the largest part of the furniture – so every screw finds its place during reassembly.

Padding for fronts

Wrap high-gloss fronts, mirrors and glass shelves in blankets and film and give corners extra protection – this prevents most scratches.

A specialist for connections

Hard-wired cooker connections and work on the building's electrical installation belong with a qualified electrician, gas appliances with a specialist firm – not with the moving team.

SIX RULES

How to get dismantling and reassembly right

Doing the screwing yourself saves money – as long as the parts find each other again at the end. These six rules apply to professionals and DIYers alike, from the emptied wardrobe to the anti-tip fixing on the wall.

Empty it first

Empty wardrobes, drawers and shelves completely; a full wardrobe can neither be dismantled nor carried safely.

Set the order

First the large wardrobes and beds that block routes, then shelves and small furniture; reassembly happens in reverse order.

Don't dismantle everything

Anything that fits through the door and stairwell stays in one piece. Every dismantling strains chipboard and screw holes, which wear out after several assemblies.

Have tools ready

Cordless screwdriver, Allen keys, hammer, spirit level and spare wall plugs belong in a box that is packed last.

Align at the destination

After reassembly, readjust doors and drawers; fix tall wardrobes and shelves to the wall with an anti-tip restraint.

Keep the instructions

Assembly instructions belong in the bag with the furniture; many manufacturers also offer them as a download if the paper copy is missing – note the model number.

FOR SMALL LOADS

Just one wardrobe or one bed?

Shared load with dismantling and reassembly

With a shared load you only pay for the cargo space your furniture needs – and dismantled furniture needs less. Label parts and bags especially carefully, as the lorry also carries other customers' shipments. You can add dismantling and reassembly on request.

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ALL ABOUT ASSEMBLY

Dismantle,
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From the living room to the kitchen

Dismantling furniture raises further questions: how is it packed, how do bulky pieces get through the stairwell, is a shared load worthwhile for just a few pieces? What dismantling and reassembly involve is described on the move with assembly page; for longer routes there are our long-distance moves. You can find destinations outside Berlin under locations.

Plan what gets dismantled

Before the move, walk through the flat and note which furniture fits through the door and stairwell and which has to be dismantled. Measure the new flat too; that way you decide early what comes along and what goes via a house clearance.

Protect and label parts

Number dismantled parts, put small parts in bags, wrap fronts in blankets. During furniture transport panels stand upright and are secured against slipping – so they do not warp and can quickly be matched up again at the destination.

Kitchens and special cases

With a kitchen, the worktop and cabinets often have to be adapted to the new dimensions. Water connections can usually be undone yourself; a qualified electrician handles the hard-wired cooker connection. Check fitted wardrobes beforehand for wall fixings.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about dismantling and reassembling furniture

Costs, duration, tools, kitchens and damage – answered briefly.

The costs depend on the quantity and type of furniture and the effort involved in dismantling and assembly. Our guide prices are shown further up; furniture assembly is listed there as an extra service. After the survey we give you a fixed price in which dismantling and reassembly are explicitly included if you book them. Simply give us a call.

How dismantling furniture works in practice

Before dismantling furniture, the order is decided – usually the large wardrobes and beds that block routes come first. Take a photo of each piece before the first screw is undone. Screws, wall plugs and fittings go into labelled bags attached to the respective piece of furniture, so nothing gets mixed up later. Fronts and glass elements are padded with blankets and film before they go into the lorry.

At the destination, reassembly happens in reverse order: first the large pieces go into place, then shelves and small furniture. Finally, doors and drawers are aligned and tall furniture is secured to the wall against tipping. With this system, the most important things are often already in place on moving day.

Typical challenges when reassembling furniture

Older furniture or models without instructions are the biggest hurdle when reassembling furniture. Missing fittings, worn screw holes or warped back panels need replacement material and patience; many manufacturers offer spare parts and instructions online. Chipboard only tolerates a few assemblies – so anything that fits through the door should stay in one piece.

Fitted kitchens are a special case: the worktop and panels rarely fit the new kitchen without cutting, and hard-wired electrical appliances belong in the hands of a qualified electrician. Clarify before the move who takes on which part.

Moving company price table

Move size	Price
1 room	from €354
2 rooms	from €579
3 rooms	from €899
4 rooms	from €1,279
House/villa	individual quote
Long-distance move	from €4.25/km

How we calculate your moving price

The basis of every price calculation is volume and distance – the latter is charged at €4.25/km. On top come individual factors such as floor, lift and parking restriction zone. For a complete service we recommend furniture assembly and shared load.

What we do for you

You can book these services individually or in combination.

Furniture transport

Furniture transport covers carrying, securing in the lorry and setting up at the destination.

Private move

Your private move is planned individually so that everything runs smoothly.

Office move

With an office move we focus on getting your business back up and running quickly.

Move with assembly

A move with assembly includes dismantling and reassembling your furniture.

Shared load

A shared load is a low-cost alternative for smaller moves.

House clearance

Our house clearance leaves the property empty and clean.

Assembly on long-distance moves too

We are based in Berlin-Moabit (Stromstraße 21) and on request also dismantle furniture on long-distance moves and reassemble it at the destination. Destinations with their own pages are listed in the locations overview; routes from Berlin under long-distance moves.

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