Wardrobe moving in Newton Abbot
Looking for professional wardrobe moving help in Newton Abbot? Hembury Contracting provides reliable home help services across Newton Abbot and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£85-160
Typical Duration
1-2.5 hrs
Location
Newton Abbot
Wardrobe needs moving but it's too heavy or awkward to do alone? I'll relocate it safely without damaging your walls, floors, or the wardrobe itself.
Why Moving Wardrobes is Risky Business
Wardrobes are deceptively heavy - what looks like lightweight flat-pack is actually 60kg of engineered wood that's awkward to grip. Solid wood Victorian wardrobes can be 100kg+ and built like tanks.
Move one wrong and you'll scratch wooden floors, dent plasterwork, trap fingers, or put your back out. Older Newton Abbot houses with narrow doorways and wonky floors make it even trickier. And God help you if you're trying to move one upstairs.
💡 Pro tip: If you're redecorating a bedroom, get the wardrobe moved first. Much easier to paint or lay new carpet with the big furniture out of the way.
One Person Can't Move a Wardrobe Safely
Here's the reality:
| ✅ Proper Moving | ❌ DIY Solo |
|---|---|
| Two people, proper technique | One person straining |
| Floor protection used | Drag it and hope for the best |
| Walls and doorframes protected | Bash corners until it fits |
| Dismantled if needed | Force it through narrow gaps |
| Heavy items lifted safely | Back injury risk |
What You Get
🔧 Full Moving Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Check wardrobe, route, and best moving approach |
| Preparation | Floor protection laid, dismantling if needed |
| Moving | Carefully relocated using proper technique |
| Reassembly | Put back together if dismantled, leveled |
📦 Pricing Guide
| Moving Job | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Same room reposition | 1-1.5 hrs | £85 |
| Different room (same floor) | 1.5-2 hrs | £85-110 |
| Up or down stairs | 2-2.5 hrs | £110-135 |
| Dismantling & reassembly | 2-3 hrs | £110-160 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Complex dismantling adds time.
Common Scenarios
✅ Bedroom reorganization - trying a new layout
✅ Decorating - need furniture out of the way
✅ Room swap - kids changing bedrooms
✅ New flooring - wardrobe needs moving temporarily
✅ Elderly homeowners - can't manage heavy furniture anymore
Why Choose Us for Wardrobe moving in Newton Abbot?
Safe moving without wall/floor damage
Heavy wardrobes handled properly
Dismantling and reassembly if needed
Perfect for elderly or solo homeowners
What to Expect
Step 1: Assessment
I'll look at the wardrobe, where it's going, and the route. Decide if it needs dismantling or can move as-is.
Step 2: Preparation
Empty drawers and shelves (I'll remind you if you forgot). Lay floor protection, clear the route, prepare doorways.
Step 3: Moving
Carefully shift the wardrobe using sliders, blankets, and proper lifting technique. No rushing, no forcing through gaps.
Step 4: Positioning & Leveling
Wardrobe positioned exactly where you want it, leveled properly (important for doors closing right), job done.
Our Newton Abbot Service Coverage
We cover Newton Abbot and a 30-mile radius from Exeter, meaning you get local service with the backing of an established business. Whether you're in the centre of Newton Abbot or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
> 🎨 **Whole room rearrange?** If you're moving the wardrobe and fancy trying a completely different bedroom layout, I can help reposition everything. Bed, drawers, wardrobes - all done in one visit. **Flat-pack assembly service?** If you've got a new wardrobe to build and an old one to move out, I can do both jobs together. More efficient than two separate bookings. **Old Exeter houses with tricky layouts?** Victorian and Edwardian bedrooms often have awkward angles, narrow doorways, and wonky floors. I've moved plenty of furniture through difficult old houses - it just takes patience and the right approach.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wardrobe moving in Newton Abbot
Do you need to dismantle the wardrobe to move it?
Depends on the wardrobe and where it's going. Modern flat-pack often comes apart easily and is safer moved in pieces. Solid wood antiques usually move as-is. I'll assess when I see it and recommend the safest approach.
Can you move it to a different room or floor?
Yes - same room repositioning is quickest, different room on same floor adds a bit of time, up or down stairs takes longer. Narrow Victorian staircases in old Newton Abbot houses are tricky but I've moved plenty of furniture through them.
What about protecting the floors and walls?
I use furniture sliders for wooden floors, blankets to protect walls and doorframes, and take my time. Rushing is how you get scratched floors or dented plasterwork - I'd rather take 20 minutes longer and leave everything undamaged.
My wardrobe is massive and full of clothes - what do I do?
Empty it first - I'm moving the wardrobe, not doing weightlifting. Even sturdy wardrobes aren't designed to be moved while fully loaded. Drawers especially need emptying or they'll slide out and cause chaos.
Can you help rearrange the whole bedroom?
Absolutely - if you're moving the wardrobe and want to shift the bed, drawers, and bedside tables too, we'll do it all together. More efficient than multiple trips, and you only pay for the total time.
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