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Do Movers Disassemble and Reassemble Furniture?

By Hire Moving Labor Editorial Team · Published

Taking apart a bed frame or a sectional so it fits through a doorway is often part of a move. Whether it is included or priced separately depends on the company, so it is worth checking before the day.

How it works on the marketplace

Look for Furniture Assembly and Furniture Disassembly on a company's profile. When you add one to your booking, the company's saved pricing applies: a flat amount, an hourly charge or a custom quote that the company confirms. If a company does not list the service, assume it is not included.

Items that commonly need it

  • Bed frames, bunk beds and headboards.
  • Dining tables with removable legs or leaves.
  • Sectional sofas that unclip into pieces.
  • Large desks, shelving units and wardrobes.
  • Cribs and children's furniture.
  • Flat-pack furniture that will not survive being moved assembled.

What to prepare

  • Empty drawers and shelves.
  • Find the manufacturer's instructions if you have them.
  • Have a labeled bag or box for hardware from each piece.
  • Tell the company which pieces, how many and which rooms.

Doing some of it yourself

Simple pieces you can take apart safely — a bed frame, table legs — save crew time on an hourly booking. Leave heavy, wall-anchored or complex pieces to the crew. Compare the full estimate, including any specialty charges, when choosing a company.

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Before the crew takes anything apart

  1. Pieces needing disassembly listed by room.
  2. Specialty service added to the booking where offered.
  3. Drawers emptied and hardware bags ready.
  4. Instructions found for complex pieces.
  5. Reassembly rooms decided at the new home.

Frequently asked questions

Is disassembly included in moving labor?
It depends on the company. On this marketplace it is a separately listed specialty service with its own pricing.
Can a crew assemble new flat-pack furniture?
Some companies that list furniture assembly will. Describe the item and check the company's pricing for it.
Do they disconnect wall-mounted TVs or appliances?
Ask the company directly. Electrical, gas and plumbing work is outside typical moving labor.

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