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Apartment Moves

Apartment Moving Service Dublin

Stairs, narrow hallways, and lifts don't slow us down. Our apartment moving service across Dublin is built for city living, with careful handling, fixed prices, and full insurance from the first box to the last.

Built for Apartment Living

We check lift sizes, stairwell widths, and building access rules ahead of time so nothing gets stuck on moving day, and we work around building management booking slots where needed.

What to Have Ready

Boxes packed and labelled where possible, large furniture disassembled if needed, and any lift or loading dock booked in advance so we can move efficiently from the first trip.

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Understanding Apartment Moves

Apartment moves come with a set of challenges house moves usually don't: shared lifts, booking systems, management company rules, and limited loading bay time. A mover who treats it like a standard house move often runs into delays that cost you time and, sometimes, money in overrun fees.

Apartment Moving in Dublin: What to Expect

Lift Booking and Building Rules

Many Dublin apartment complexes, particularly newer developments in the Docklands and city centre, require lifts to be booked in advance for moves. We'll ask about this at quote stage so it's sorted before moving day, not discovered on arrival.

Stairwells and Walk Ups

Older apartment blocks without lifts need a different approach, more trips, careful corner navigation, and realistic time estimates. We factor floor level into every apartment quote.

Loading Bay and Visitor Parking Limits

Some complexes only allow short loading windows or have limited visitor parking. We check this in advance so we're not left circling the block while your lift booking ticks away.

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How to Choose an Apartment Moving Service

Questions to Ask

  • Have they asked about your specific building's lift booking process?
  • Do they know how to navigate tight stairwells without damaging walls or furniture?
  • Can they work within a fixed loading bay window?
  • Is the quote adjusted for floor level and lift access?

Tips for Apartment Moving Day

  1. Book your building's lift or loading dock as early as possible.
  2. Confirm visitor parking or loading bay rules with management in advance.
  3. Measure your lift and stairwell dimensions for large furniture.
  4. Let your crew know about any awkward corners or doorways ahead of time.
  5. Have your new address's access details ready too, not just the old one.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you handle lift bookings for me?

We can guide you on what's usually needed, but building management typically needs to confirm the booking directly with the resident.

What if there's no lift?

No problem, we regularly handle walk up moves, we just factor the extra time into your quote.

Can you move large furniture through tight stairwells?

In most cases yes, and we'll flag in advance if something looks like it won't fit so there are no surprises on the day.

Do you cover student accommodation moves too?

Yes, see our Student Moving Service Dublin page for more on that specifically.

What if my new place is also an apartment?

We plan for access requirements at both ends of the move, not just the pickup address.

Is parking included in the quote?

We factor in likely parking or loading bay time when quoting, based on what you tell us about the building.

How much notice do you need?

A few days is often enough, but for buildings with strict lift booking systems, earlier is better.

Get Your Free Quote

Tell us about your building, floor level, and lift or stairwell access, and we'll come back with a fixed price quote built around your specific apartment. More on how we work is on our About Us page.

Simple Pricing

What does a move cost?

Guide prices below. Every quote is fixed and agreed before we start, so you always know what you will pay.

Job type
From
Typical time
Single item / small delivery
€40
30 to 60 min
Studio / 1-bed apartment
€120
2 to 3 hrs
2-bed house or apartment
€220
3 to 5 hrs
3-bed or larger house
€350
Half to full day
Man with a van, hourly
€45/hr
You choose

Prices are a guide for Dublin moves and depend on distance, access and volume. Message us for a fixed quote.

FAQ

Common questions

Do you cover all of Dublin?

Yes. We cover all of Dublin and all of Ireland. If you need something delivered anywhere on the island, we have you covered.

How much does a move cost?

It ranges in price depending on the size of the job and the distance. Fill out the quote section below and we will give you a direct quote for exactly what you need.

Do you do same-day moves?

Yes, we do same-day moves. Get in touch as early as you can and we will do our best to fit you in.

Are my belongings insured?

Yes. We are fully insured on all goods we carry, so your belongings are protected from start to finish.

Do I need to help with the lifting?

No. We make sure everything is taken care of, so you do not need to lift a thing.

How do I book?

Fill out the quote form below and we will reach out to you with a quote and a phone call. Or call us now and we will give you as much information as we can.

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