Assembling a chest of drawers or taking apart a wardrobe for a move takes longer than expected. A professional does it faster and with less risk to the furniture and walls. Here is how to prepare.
When it is worth asking for help
Large pieces such as wardrobes, beds, shelving or kitchens need strength, tools and often two people. Help is also worthwhile if the piece must be fixed to a wall, if parts are missing or if you cannot find the instructions. A mistake in assembly can leave unstable furniture.
Assembly: what to prepare
Keep the boxes open in the room where the piece will go, with free space around it. Keep the instructions and screws unmixed and check nothing is missing before the professional arrives. Give the brand and model, or add a photo of the box or instructions, so the time can be estimated well.
Disassembly: what to tell them
If you are taking furniture apart for a move, say how many pieces there are, their size and whether they must be rebuilt in another home. Ask for screws and fittings to be kept in bags labelled per piece. Reassembly will then be much quicker.
Fixings and safety
Tall furniture should be fixed to the wall so it cannot tip, especially with children around. Tell the professional what the wall is made of (brick, plasterboard or concrete) so the right fixings are chosen. Protect the floor and clear fragile items from the work area.
How to describe the job to get accurate offers
List the pieces, say which floor and whether there is a lift, and add photos. If you have other small tasks, such as hanging pictures or curtain rails, mention them in the same request so they can be done in one visit.
What to expect
The professional assembles or dismantles, checks stability and removes packaging if you agree. Agree the price before starting: on DomiloApp you do so before you pay. If you are moving, read our first-week checklist.
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See furniture assembly in Málaga, in Marbella, in Fuengirola or in Benalmádena. Describe what you need, compare offers and book with secure payment. A professional can be with you within 2 h: we do everything we can.