How do I protect electronic devices from heat damage during a move?

Electronic devices should never be exposed to direct sunlight and need special insulating packaging. We recommend transporting devices in their original boxes with extra padding and never storing them in a closed, heated-up car. Our professional packing material offers reliable protection during your summer move.

What does a summer move cost compared with other seasons?

A summer move can be slightly more expensive than moves in winter because of higher demand, but we always offer fair fixed prices with no hidden costs. By booking early you secure the best terms and dates. Contact us by phone on 01625978461 for an individual, transparent quote.

How do I prepare my plants for a summer move?

Plants should be watered sufficiently on moving day, but not transported soaking wet, to avoid heat stress. Use sturdy transport boxes with air holes and position the plants in the shady part of the vehicle where possible. With every private move our team pays particular attention to delicate green plants.

Which drinks should I provide for the moving team?

Water and unsweetened tea are the best choice; for work in the heat, around two to three litres over the day are recommended, more if you sweat heavily. Put the drinks in a shady spot that everyone passes. It is better to leave out sugary drinks and alcohol on moving day .

Is a long-distance move in summer harder to organise?

A long-distance move in summer requires more planning because of holiday traffic and heat, but it is perfectly manageable. What matters is sturdily packed boxes, well-secured furniture and an early departure. Delicate items travel in your own car. You will find information about our long-distance move service on our website.

How do I avoid heat damage to wooden furniture?

Wooden furniture reacts sensitively to heat and direct sun, and cracks or warping can occur. Cover it with moving blankets instead of film and do not leave it standing in blazing sun. With us, your belongings are covered by liability under the HGB (§ 451e: €620 per m³), with additional insurance on request.

Can I use a part load in summer to save costs?

Yes, a part load is a good choice for smaller quantities. You share the load bed with other jobs on the same route and save on transport costs. Pack especially sturdily for this, because boxes get stacked. Ask our team about available dates.

Which boxes are suitable for a move in summer?

Sturdy, double-walled moving boxes hold up even under warmth and weight. Used supermarket crates are often too soft. Use small boxes for books and crockery and large ones for bedding and pillows, and tape the bottom lengthways and crossways. On request our moving service brings suitable materials.

How far in advance should I book my summer move?

Because of the high demand in the summer months, we recommend booking your summer move at least six to eight weeks in advance. That way you secure your preferred date and benefit from our transparent fixed prices. Contact us early on 01625978461 to discuss all the details.

What happens with a move during a heatwave?

If there is a heat warning, we will discuss an even earlier start with you or, if necessary, a different date. Finish packing the day before so that only carrying is left on moving day. Enough breaks and drinks for everyone are then particularly important – as is protecting your belongings from direct sun .

When are summer moves especially in demand?

Summer moves are in demand above all during the holiday season. We are based in Berlin (Stromstraße 21) and handle moves nationwide from there; you will find the destinations with their own page in the overview of locations . Contact us early for available dates, especially if your move falls during the school holidays.

PACKING IN THE HEAT

Packing boxes in the heat: materials tape and air

Q: When is the best time of day for a summer move?

The best times of day for a summer move are between 6 and 10 in the morning, when temperatures are still moderate. That way you protect both the moving team and delicate pieces of furniture from extreme heat. At Beste Umzug Unternehmen we plan your date individually according to the weather, so that your move in summer runs stress-free and efficiently.

Which boxes, which tape, blankets or film? How to pack your household goods in the warm season without boxes giving way or furniture sweating.

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Packing for a summer move

Packing properly when the thermometer rises

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At 30 degrees in the shade, packing itself becomes a challenge. Cardboard goes soft when it is damp or overloaded, tape sticks less well to warm, dusty surfaces, and moisture collects under plastic film. If you pack in summer, you should therefore adapt your materials and method: sturdy moving boxes instead of supermarket crates, double-taped bottoms and moving blankets for everything that needs to breathe. Our team at Beste Umzug Unternehmen brings the right materials.

Pack in the cooler morning or evening hours and air the rooms early in the morning; during the day, shutters or curtains keep the heat out. Store full boxes in the coolest room of the flat, not on the sunny balcony. If you would like to hand over the packing, our team will take care of it as part of our private move. We quote the fixed price after the survey.

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Boxes, blankets and help with packing

Do you need sturdy boxes, moving blankets or help with the packing straight away? Tell us when you enquire. We quote the fixed price after the survey – whether for a long-distance move or a move within the city. Call us on 01625978461.

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

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CAREFULLY PACKED

How we pack in summer

Sturdy, labelled, loose

When packing in summer we pay attention to three things: sturdy boxes that do not give way even when full, neatly taped bottoms and blankets instead of film for furniture and upholstery. Heavy items such as books go into small boxes, light ones into large boxes. Every box is labelled by room so that it ends up in the right place in the new flat straight away. We are based in Berlin (Stromstraße 21), work at a fixed price after a survey and travel nationwide – destinations in the locations overview.

Packing service

With a packing service we pack your household goods in sturdy boxes, pad fragile items and label everything by room – saving you hours in a warm flat.

Office move

Files, technology and cables need a system for an office move: numbered boxes, separate crates for battery-powered devices and a plan for every workstation.

Senior moves

For a senior move we pack calmly and as agreed – keepsakes and documents separately, so that nothing disappears into the wrong box.

Furniture in blankets

We wrap wood, lacquer and leather in moving blankets. Film directly on the surface traps heat and moisture in summer during furniture transport.

PACKING CHECKLIST

Six rules for packing in the heat

Whether you pack yourself or use our packing service: these six rules make sure that boxes hold, furniture stays undamaged and clothes arrive fresh – even when it is over 30 degrees outside and the flat heats up a lot during the day.

Sturdy boxes

Use proper moving boxes instead of used supermarket crates. Books in small boxes, bedding and pillows in large ones – that way every box stays carriable.

Double-tape the bottom

Tape the bottom lengthways and crossways. Tape sticks less well to warm, dusty cardboard – so do your taping in a cool room.

Blankets instead of film

Film directly on wood, leather or upholstery traps heat and moisture. Moving blankets protect against scratches and knocks while letting the material breathe.

Store somewhere cool

Stack packed boxes in the coolest room of the flat, not on the balcony or in the loft. Heat and sun take their toll on contents and cardboard.

Textiles packed loosely

Winter clothes fit into vacuum bags to save space, and shirts and dresses into wardrobe boxes. Only pack dry laundry, otherwise there is a risk of a musty smell.

Label clearly

Room, contents and "this way up" on every box – and a separate marking for heat-sensitive items that should travel in the car rather than in the cargo space.

SMALL LOADS

Part load: well packed on tour

Combine cleverly, move for less

With a part load (Beiladung) several customers share the load bed. Because your belongings are reloaded and stacked, what counts most is sturdy, fully packed boxes with taped bottoms and clear labelling. Your belongings are covered by liability under the German Commercial Code (HGB).

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SUMMER MOVE

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about packing in summer

From the box to the wardrobe box

Packing in summer also means using up food in good time, emptying the fridge and defrosting the freezer compartment the day before. Schedule your packing days for the cooler hours and start with things you do not need in summer – winter coats, ski gear, fan heaters. If you are looking for professional tricks for fast and safe packing, you will find them in the article Packing like a professional.

Packing plan

A packing plan by room and week makes sure that your private move, senior move or student move does not end in a hot night shift – winter things first, kitchen and bathroom last.

Materials and help

With a packing service, moving blankets for furniture transport and a small removal for single items, boxes arrive intact and furniture without scratches or damp stains – even after a long, hot moving day.

Offices and small quantities

For an office move or company relocation, numbered boxes and a plan for each workstation help; with a part load or furniture taxi, boxes have to withstand stacking and reloading.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions on packing for a summer move

Answers on boxes, tape, film, textiles and packing in the heat.

The best times of day for a summer move are between 6 and 10 in the morning, when temperatures are still moderate. That way you protect both the moving team and delicate pieces of furniture from extreme heat. At Beste Umzug Unternehmen we plan your date individually according to the weather, so that your move in summer runs stress-free and efficiently.

Boxes and tape: what holds in the warmth

Sturdy moving boxes matter more in summer than at other times, because damp or overloaded cardboard gives way. Pack heavy items such as books and crockery in small boxes and fill the gaps so that nothing slides. Tape the bottom lengthways and crossways – tape sticks less well to warm, dusty cardboard.

So seal boxes in a cool room and store them there until moving day, not on the sunny balcony. On request, our team at Beste Umzug Unternehmen brings sturdy boxes, tape and padding material.

Blankets instead of film: packing furniture and textiles loosely

Cling film or stretch film directly on wood, leather or upholstery traps heat and moisture in summer; this can cause stains or a musty smell. Moving blankets protect against scratches and let the material breathe. Pack candles, records and cosmetics separately and take them with you yourself.

Clothes stay crease-free in wardrobe boxes, and winter things fit into vacuum bags. Only pack dry laundry. For your private move we are happy to advise you on which materials make sense.

Moving costs at a glance

Your move in good hands: for a 1-room flat you pay from €339, for a 2-room flat from €605, for a 3-room flat from €884 and for a 4-room flat from €1,329. For a house or villa we prepare an individual quote especially for you, and we charge long-distance moves fairly from €3.95/km. Arrange your free survey now – we look forward to hearing from you!

What does a move including packing cost?

A realistic moving price is made up of several components: the volume of your household goods, the distance (from €3.95/km) and structural conditions such as the floor and a lift. A parking restriction zone (Halteverbotszone) may also be necessary. Optional services such as furniture assembly and a part load extend the offer.

Services from packing to assembly

Competent, reliable and always with a smile – that is how we work for you.

Furniture transport: expert transport for your furnishings. Furniture transport
House clearance: fast and clean household clearance. House clearance
Part load: a low-cost alternative for smaller transports. Part load
Private move: a worry-free move to your new home. Private move
Move with assembly: a complete service including furniture assembly. Move with assembly
Company relocation: we organise your office move efficiently. Company relocation

Well packed throughout Germany

We are based in Berlin (Stromstraße 21) and handle your move throughout Germany – on long routes, sturdily packed boxes count for even more. You will find all the information in the locations overview and under long-distance moves.

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September 18, 2026

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