Measure furniture against the whole building route

Measure width, height and depth, then identify parts that might be removable. Distinguish what you know from what you assume can be dismantled. Note loose pieces, existing damage and manufacturer information where useful.

For a sofa or large cabinet, include the shape as well as the largest dimensions. For a piano or pool table, name the item separately in the request. Do not make it smaller through improvised dismantling before the handling has been assessed.

Measure door openings, hallways, landings and stair turns from the room to the loading entrance. At a building elevator, check its opening and interior, along with access before and after it. Include thresholds and outside steps.

Repeat at delivery rather than relying on the pickup measurements. Ask management which route is permitted. An entrance that looks wide from the street may not be the one available for the move.

Share a concise set of measurements and ask where to send photographs during follow-up. Explain anything that is hard to capture, such as a sloping approach or a tight turn. Good information helps the team assess crew and equipment needs.

A measurement set is not a safe-lifting instruction or a guarantee of feasibility. Review the handling requirements before booking and confirm whether a different specialist is needed. Keep the route clear once the arrangement is agreed.