How do I protect furniture from heat damage during a move?

During a summer move , delicate pieces of furniture should not stand in direct sun for long. Only carry them down when they can be loaded straight away, and cover wood and upholstery with moving blankets. Film directly on the furniture traps heat and moisture. That way your furniture stays undamaged even at high temperatures.

What time of day is best for a summer move?

The early morning hours between 6 and 10 am are ideal for a move in summer , as temperatures are still pleasant and there is less traffic. Physically demanding work can then be done more efficiently and safely. Our team plans the process accordingly to avoid heat stress and ensure smooth transport .

How much water should I plan for moving day?

In summer temperatures we recommend at least two to three litres of water per person per day to prevent dehydration. Enough fluid is crucial for both the moving team and helpers, especially when carrying heavy boxes. Our moving company also ensures regular breaks in the shade to protect the health of everyone involved.

What does a move cost in the summer season?

We quote the fixed price after the survey – in summer too. It depends on the moving volume, floor, lift, distance and additional services such as dismantling and assembly. With an attic flat without a lift, the floor plays a role. For a private move we are happy to draw up an individual, free quote for you.

How can I protect pets during a summer move?

During a summer move , pets should be kept in a quiet, cool place, away from the hustle and bustle and open doors. Plenty of water, shade and regular breaks are important, especially when travelling by car. We recommend leaving animals with friends or relatives, if possible, until the actual moving day is over.

Is a part load worthwhile in summer?

A part load is a cost-effective alternative to a full move, particularly for smaller moving volumes and long-distance moves in summer. You share the load space with other customers, which reduces transport costs considerably. Especially in the high season, you benefit from flexible dates combined with a favourable fixed price, without giving up professional support.

How do I plan a long-distance move in summer optimally?

For a long-distance move in summer, you should book early, as vehicles and staff are quickly booked up during the holiday period. Good route planning helps avoid traffic jams and long periods standing in the heat. Our team takes the weather and traffic into account to carry out your long-distance move on schedule and safely.

Which boxes are best suited to summer?

For a summer move , sturdy double-walled boxes are recommended which are sturdier than single-walled ones – but they too should be protected from rain and moisture. Make sure not to pack boxes too heavily, to avoid injuries at high temperatures. Our company is happy to provide you with high-quality packing material for safe transport.

Will my wardrobes fit under the sloping ceiling?

In the new flat, measure the height of the wall below the slope, the knee wall , and the point at which the slope reaches the height of your wardrobe. Compare this with the height and depth of your furniture. Tall wardrobes often only fit against walls without a slope. A small layout plan saves a lot of carrying on moving day.

Are my belongings insured during a summer move?

Yes. Your belongings are covered by liability under the German Commercial Code: under § 451e HGB the moving company is liable for up to €620 per cubic metre of load space. For particularly valuable items, additional insurance may be sensible. Tell us about such items during the survey, and we will discuss the appropriate cover.

Where does the moving team come from for my move under the roof?

Our team comes from Berlin; our base is at Stromstraße 21 in Moabit. From there we carry out moves within Berlin and to all German states. Destinations with their own page can be found in the locations overview . Call us on 01625978461 to receive a non-binding quote.

ATTIC FLAT IN SUMMER

Moving into an attic flat in summer: stairs sloping ceilings and heat under the roof

Q: Why is summer the most popular time to move?

The summer move is popular because school holidays, good weather and long days make organisation easier. Many families use the holiday period to plan the move without the stress of school. Packing and carrying boxes is also easier in daylight and dry weather. However, demand is correspondingly high, which is why booking your moving company early is advisable.

Lots of stairs, warm air and sloping walls: how to plan a move into an attic flat so that the furniture fits and nobody overheats.

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STAIRS AND SLOPES

Living under the roof

Getting to the top without overheating

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Unsere Firma Moving into an attic flat: measure furniture against the slope, carry early, keep the flat cool beforehand.

An attic flat has two special features in summer: the sun heats up the roof, and the stairwell gets warmer and warmer towards the top. Anyone carrying heavy furniture up to the fourth or fifth floor on a hot day soon notices this. On top of that come sloping ceilings, which not every wardrobe fits under. At Beste Umzug Unternehmen we ask about the floor, lift and width of the staircase during the survey and plan the process so that the heaviest items are upstairs early.

Measure the new flat before the move – not just the floor area but also the height of the wall below the slope. Large wardrobes can often only be carried through narrow stairwells when dismantled. We quote the fixed price after the survey; your belongings are covered by liability under the German Commercial Code (HGB) (§ 451e: €620 per m³). On request we take care of dismantling and reassembling the furniture, so that everything upstairs is in its place and nothing has to be carried twice.

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PERSONAL PLANNING

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Attic flat? Plan early

Give the floor and measurements

When you enquire, tell us the floor, whether there is a lift and whether the new flat has sloping ceilings. Then we will plan enough helpers, an early start and the dismantling and reassembly of large wardrobes. That way even a move under the roof on a warm day is perfectly manageable. Call us on 01625978461 – the quote is non-binding.

Offers available individually, depending on effort, scheduling and the scope of services required.

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PLANNED FOR THE TOP

How we plan a move under the roof

Early, dismantled, measured

When moving into an attic flat, the order counts: heavy and bulky items go upstairs in the cool morning hours, boxes follow later. We dismantle large wardrobes beforehand so that they fit through the stairwell, and reassemble them upstairs. During the survey we check the width of the stairs, the banisters and the landings. We are based in Berlin (Stromstraße 21) and work at a fixed price after a survey – more on our move with assembly.

Packing service

Lots of stairs means: rather more small boxes than a few heavy ones. With a packing service they are packed in a handy way and easy to carry.

Office move

Offices and studios are often under the roof too. For an office move we schedule heavy cabinets and technology early in the day, before it gets too warm upstairs.

Senior moves

If someone is moving out of an attic flat because the stairs have become too much, we support the senior move at a calm pace and with clear planning.

Dismantle

Large wardrobes and beds are dismantled, carried safely through the stairwell and reassembled upstairs – so furniture transport works even in narrow old buildings.

SIX TIPS

How to succeed with a move under the roof

Attic flats are popular, but in summer they are a challenge when moving. These six tips help ensure that furniture fits under the slopes and nobody overheats on all those stairs – whether you move with us or with friends.

Measure the slopes

Measure the height of the wall below the slope (the knee wall) and compare it with your wardrobes. That way you know in advance which piece of furniture will fit where.

Check the stairs

How wide is the stairwell, how tight are the turns? Large furniture often has to be dismantled so that it fits round the turns on the way up.

Up early

The stairwell gets warmer towards the top. Carry wardrobes, sofa and washing machine upstairs early in the morning; light boxes follow later.

Cool the flat beforehand

If possible, put up blinds or blackout curtains before the move and air the flat early in the morning. Then it is more bearable upstairs when unpacking.

Small boxes

With lots of stairs, smaller, lighter boxes are better. Books in small boxes, light items in large ones – that way every load stays manageable.

Breaks at the top

Set up a shady room with water early on in the new flat. Helpers arriving at the top with heavy loads need short breaks there.

INDIVIDUAL ITEMS

Part load for individual items

One wardrobe, lots of stairs

Is only a wardrobe or a bed going to the attic flat? Then a part load may be suitable: the piece of furniture travels on a route together with other orders. Give the floor and staircase situation in advance so that enough time is planned for carrying.

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LIVING UNDER THE ROOF

Why
it is so warm at the top

Sun, roof and stairs

Under the roof it is warmer in summer than on the lower floors: the sun heats up the roof surface, and warm air rises in the stairwell. For the move this means: the higher the flat, the more important an early start and breaks become. On top of that come sloping ceilings, which limit the space available for tall furniture. If you measure beforehand which wardrobes fit where, you save a lot of carrying back and forth on moving day. How to plan the day by the clock is covered in the article A summer move without the midday heat.

Measurements and layout plan

A layout plan with slopes and knee walls helps with any private move, senior move or student move under the roof: every wardrobe has its place, and nothing has to be carried twice.

Carrying up many stairs

With a packing service for handy boxes, dismantled furniture transport and a small transport for individual items, the way up becomes easier – the heavy pieces go early in the day.

Offices under the roof

For an office move, company move or public authority move to upper floors, the lift, stairs and start time count. For individual pieces of furniture, a part load or the furniture taxi is a good option – with the floor stated.

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FAQ

Questions about attic flats

Sloping ceilings, heat, boxes and pets.

The summer move is popular because school holidays, good weather and long days make organisation easier. Many families use the holiday period to plan the move without the stress of school. Packing and carrying boxes is also easier in daylight and dry weather. However, demand is correspondingly high, which is why booking your moving company early is advisable.

Sloping ceilings and stairs: measure beforehand

In an attic flat, it is not just the floor area that matters but the height. Measure the height of the wall below the slope (the knee wall) and the point at which the slope reaches the height of your wardrobe. Compare this with the measurements of your furniture and draw a simple layout plan. That way it is clear on moving day which wardrobe goes where.

Also check the stairwell: width, tight turns, banisters and landings. Large wardrobes, beds and corner benches can often only be carried up when dismantled. With our move with assembly we dismantle them and reassemble them upstairs.

Heat under the roof: carry early, cool beforehand

Under the roof it is usually warmer in summer than on the lower floors, and warm air rises in the stairwell. So schedule the heaviest items for the first hours of the day, when it is still cool in the building. Boxes and light furniture follow later.

If you can get into the flat beforehand, put up blinds or blackout curtains before the move and give it a thorough airing early in the morning. Set up a shady room upstairs with water for breaks. With lots of stairs, smaller, lighter boxes help: books in small boxes, bedding and cushions in large ones. That way every load stays manageable, even on the fifth floor.

Moving costs by flat size

Type of flat	Starting price
1 room	€349
2 rooms	€584
3 rooms	€905
4 rooms	€1,289
House/villa	individual quote
Long-distance move	€3.95/km

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How is the price calculated?

The moving price is calculated primarily from the volume and the distance (from €3.95/km). Further factors are the floor, whether there is a lift and any no-parking zone (Halteverbotszone). Additional services such as furniture assembly and a part load round off the offer.

Services for stairs and slopes

For stairs, slopes and heat under the roof, these services combine well – from dismantling to assembly.

Company move: a smooth move for your business. Company move

Private move: we take care of your move to your new home. Private move

Move with assembly: an all-round service with dismantling and assembly. Move with assembly

House clearance: professional disposal and clearance. House clearance

Furniture transport: reliable transport for all kinds of furniture. Furniture transport

Part load: the budget-friendly transport solution. Part load

From Berlin to any floor

We are based in Berlin (Stromstraße 21) and carry out moves to all German states and back – including to attic flats without a lift. Destinations with their own page can be found in the locations overview, long distances under long-distance moves.

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