At Prime Conveyance, your new beginning is our priority. With over 20 years of experience, we offer complete moving services in Thessaloniki, combining safety, consistency and the most competitive prices in the market.
The professional movers is not a «luxury» - it's a way to reduce damage, delays and stress in moving house, especially when there are floors, narrow streets, delicate furniture or a limited time frame. Below is a practical guide, tailored to the conditions in Greece, on when it's worth commissioning a professional team and what to ask before you book.
Quick reply (in 30″)
- If you have heavy/voluminous furniture or many boxes, professionals significantly reduce the risk of damage.
- If you are in apartment building (stairs, elevators, narrow entrance), the right load flow makes the difference.
- If needed lifting, disassembly/assembly or complete packaging, the assignment usually «comes out» in time and risk.
What you get when you choose professional movers
An organized move is not just about «carrying». It's about proper planning: materials, protection, loading order, building access, time and (where necessary) extra resources. Professional movers bring experience, process and equipment that are difficult to replace with last-minute solutions.
10 reasons to choose professional movers in house moving
- Less damage to furniture and appliances: proper protection (blankets, corners, membranes) and secure tying on loading.
- Faster integration: team with roles and flow (packing → transport → unloading) instead of «everyone does everything».
- Safer transport on stairs/elevators: reduce the risk of injuries and damage to public areas.
- Correct packaging for sensitive: Glassware, artwork, electronics and fragile items need reinforced packaging.
- Disassembly/assembly: beds, wardrobes and tables are carried more safely when they are untied/tied correctly.
- Provision for difficult access: narrow streets, double parking, small elevators - all require a plan.
- Better control of «what goes where»: by listing/marking boxes, the settling-in time in the new house is reduced.
- Equipment you don't have: trolleys, straps, floor protectors, ramps, special packaging materials.
- Reduction of overall risk costs: less damage and fewer «unforeseen» days lost from work.
- Clear picture before you start: with a visit/assessment or proper briefing, you know what is included and what is not.
How to choose a moving company (small checklist)
- Request a written offer clearly stating services, volume/working hours, means (e.g. lift truck), materials and any additional charges.
- Confirm what the protection covers for fragile/electronics and what needs special packaging.
- Give correct access details: floor, elevator, stairs, entrance width, loading distance from the door.
- Here's a «time window» with the manager (if any) for lifts and common areas.
Practical issues in Greece worth planning for
1) Parking and occupation of public space
In many areas, especially in city centres, you may need to «reserve» space for unloading or follow the Municipality's procedure for temporary occupation of a public space. Requirements vary by municipality, but it's a good idea to check ahead of time. As an indication, see the service of the Municipality of Athens and the updating of the EUGO (Greek Single Service Portal) for permits/fees for public spaces.
2) Apartment building and common area protection
Notify manager/neighborhood of transfer times, protect floors/corners and organize flow so that the elevator is not «blocked». A professional team works in «waves» (a few things at a time) to keep the area clean and safe.
3) When you need a lift
If there is large furniture, difficult stairs or a limited elevator, the lift reduces time and wear and tear. See the services Lifting machinery for cases where external access is the safest solution.
Services that make moving more predictable
For full support, see the services Removals of Prime Transport Company. For smaller transfers within the city, there are solutions Microtransports, while the furniture assembly helps particularly in wardrobes/beds that do not pass easily through doors and corridors.
Conclusion
If you want your house move to be less risky and more consistent, the professional movers is the safest option - especially when there are floors, delicate objects or the need for lifting/packing. With proper briefing and a written quote, you know what you are paying for and what you are receiving.
Frequently asked questions
When is it worth booking professional movers instead of «DIY» movers?;
Usually worth it when there are floors, many/heavy items, delicate furniture or a very specific time window (e.g. key delivery). There the gain in time and risk is greater than the cost difference.
What should a proper quote from a removal company include?;
Services (packing/dissolving/binding/lifting), date-hours, access, volume or estimate, materials, and clear reference to any additional charges (e.g., waiting, difficult access).
Do you need a forklift in an apartment building move?;
Not always, but it is very useful when the lift is small, the stairs are narrow or there is large furniture. It reduces wear and tear and transport time, especially on high floors.
How do I reduce the risk of damage to furniture and electronics?;
With proper protection (film/blankets/corners), separate packaging for delicate and clearly marked «fragile». Also helps a box list so you don't have to «search» at the last minute.
Prime Removals undertakes full residential removals;
Yes. We can arrange house removals with packing, furniture protection, assembly where necessary and use of a hoist when access requires it, to make the process more predictable and safe.
