Furniture moving between rooms in Exeter
Professional furniture moving between rooms services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£110
Typical Duration
1-2 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Furniture moved safely between rooms without the backache or drama. Whether it's one heavy wardrobe or rearranging a whole room, I'll shift it carefully and get it positioned exactly where you want.
Your Back Doesn't Need to Suffer
Got a wardrobe that needs moving upstairs? Sofa going to a different room? Dining table that's too heavy to shift alone? That's exactly what I'm here for.
💡 Pro tip: Moving furniture yourself risks more than just your back - scraped walls, damaged doorframes, and dropped corners cost far more than getting help.
Why Professional Moving Matters
Anyone can drag furniture across a room. Not everyone can do it without damage.
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong |
|---|---|
| Floors protected with sliders | Scrapes across carpet/wood |
| Corners taken at correct angles | Doorframes chipped and gouged |
| Heavy items lifted properly | Backs thrown out, feet crushed |
| Furniture arrives undamaged | Scratches, dents, broken feet |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Assess | I check the route, measure tight spots, plan the move |
| Protect | Floors covered, doorframes padded if needed |
| Move | Furniture shifted safely with proper lifting technique |
| Position | Placed exactly where you want, adjusted to perfection |
📦 You're Left With
- Furniture in its new location
- No damage to walls, floors, or the piece itself
- Your back intact
- Job done properly
Pricing Guide
| What You're Moving | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single small item (chair, lamp table) | 30 mins-1 hr | £60 |
| Medium piece (sofa, chest of drawers) | 1-1.5 hrs | £60-£85 |
| Large/heavy item (wardrobe, piano) | 1.5-2 hrs | £85-£110 |
| Whole room rearrange | 2-3 hrs | £110-£160 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Stairs and tight corners add time.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Too heavy - one person can't safely lift it
✅ Awkward shape - wardrobes, corner sofas, L-shaped desks
✅ Stairs involved - taking furniture up or down levels
✅ Tight spaces - narrow hallways in older Exeter properties
✅ Valuable piece - don't want to risk damaging it yourself
Why Choose Us for Furniture moving between rooms in Exeter?
Heavy furniture moved safely without damage
Floors and doorframes protected during move
Awkward items repositioned carefully
Back saved from heavy lifting
What to Expect
Step 1: Route Planning
I assess the best path from A to B, measure any tight spots, and work out the angles needed for corners and doorways.
Step 2: Protection & Prep
Floors get protected where needed. If a door needs coming off hinges temporarily, I'll sort that first.
Step 3: The Move
Furniture lifted and moved carefully. Proper lifting technique, controlled movement, no rushing. It goes where you want it.
🔧 DIY Tips
Fancy moving it yourself? Here's how to do it safely:
🔧 Tools that help
- Furniture sliders (felt pads for hard floors, plastic for carpet)
- Moving blankets or old duvets
- Tape measure for doorways
- Spare person - seriously, don't do heavy stuff alone
📐 Planning the route
- Measure the furniture's widest points
- Measure every doorway and tight corner on the route
- If there's less than 5cm clearance, you'll need to angle it
- Remove doors from hinges if they restrict swing space
✂️ Safe lifting
- Lift with your legs, not your back
- Keep the weight close to your body
- Don't twist while holding weight
- If it feels too heavy, it IS too heavy - get help
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Not measuring first - getting stuck halfway
- Dragging instead of lifting - ruins floors
- Rushing round corners - gouges doorframes
- Going solo on heavy items - recipe for injury
💡 Pro trick: For heavy wardrobes, remove all drawers and shelves first - makes it 30% lighter and shifts the center of gravity lower. Also, tilt it slightly back so you're wheeling it on the back bottom corners rather than lifting the full weight.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 Redecorating soon? Move furniture before the decorators arrive - much easier than working around it.
Multiple items? Bundle the job - if you've got three pieces to shift, we'll do them all in one visit and you'll save compared to three separate callouts.
Older Exeter houses? I'm used to narrow Victorian hallways, steep stairs, and doors that don't quite line up. That's most of my work around here. We'll figure out the angles.
Really stuck furniture? If something's been in place for years and won't budge, give me a shout. Often it's just screwed to the wall or has carpet grippers holding it. Quick fix.
Frequently Asked Questions
What furniture can you move between rooms?
Pretty much anything - sofas, wardrobes, beds, dining tables, bookcases. If it's too heavy or awkward for you to move alone, I can handle it. I'll protect your floors and doorways during the move.
Can you move furniture in my older Exeter house with narrow doorways?
Yes - that's actually most of my jobs around here. Older properties have tight turns, narrow doors, and steep stairs. I've moved countless wardrobes through Victorian hallways. Sometimes we need to remove doors temporarily or tilt things at specific angles, but we'll get it done.
Do I need to empty the furniture first?
Depends what it is. Chest of drawers - yes, empty them. Wardrobe - take the hanging stuff out, shoes can stay. Bookcase - definitely empty it. I'll advise what needs emptying when you describe the piece.
How long does moving furniture between rooms take?
Most single items take 30 mins to an hour. A whole room rearrange might be 1.5-2 hours. Stairs add time. Big wardrobes add time. I'll give you a better estimate based on what you need moving and where it's going.
Will you damage my walls or floors?
No - I use furniture sliders, protective blankets, and take corners carefully. I've done this hundreds of times. Your walls and floors will be fine.
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