Moving one piece of furniture: how to request help
Plan a single-item furniture move or delivery with a checklist for dimensions, pickup, access and requesting a quote.
A move can be one piece
You do not need an entire household to request moving help. Dos Manos accepts inquiries for a single item, a few pieces or a delivery. For example, you might need a piece collected from a shop and delivered to a home, or moved between two addresses. The team reviews the item, route and access before confirming the work.
Describe the item and its condition
Share the item's approximate dimensions and, if known, its weight. Photos of the whole piece and any loose, fragile or damaged areas can help the team understand what needs to be moved. Mention glass, stone, delicate finishes or parts that may come loose.
If the piece is older, fragile or unusually constructed, explain what you know and ask what preparation and protection are appropriate. The Canadian Conservation Institute recommends checking wooden furniture for existing damage and loose joints before moving it.
Check both ends of the route
Give the pickup and delivery addresses and let the team know where the item is now and where it needs to go. Measure narrow doors, hallways and stair turns. Include the floor number, stairs or elevator, and where a truck can park at each address.
For a shop or managed building, check pickup hours, loading access and any reservation or paperwork requirements. If someone else is releasing the item, arrange who will be there and when.
Ask what the quote covers
Share your preferred date if you have one and ask the team to confirm availability, the proposed service and what is included in the price. Mention if the piece needs disassembly, reassembly or placement in a particular room; the team can confirm what it can do after reviewing the details.