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.
Η moving studio apartment It looks «small», but in practice it is judged by the details: access to a block of flats, lifts, narrow staircases, parking space for loading and proper packaging to avoid damage. With a little organisation, you can complete it quickly, economically and with less stress.
Quick checklist (1 minute):
- Count doors/elevators and large items (fridge, bed, sofa).
- Block position/access for a truck or van at the time of loading.
- Do «clean up» before boxes (donate/recycle/throw away).
- Put fragile/electronics in proper protection first.
- Prepare a «first day» bag (clothes, chargers, kitchen essentials).
Before you book a date: what to check in the studio
1) Condominium access and elevator
In many Greek apartment buildings the elevator is small or has restrictions. Measure the internal dimensions and check if the staircase allows for turns (especially for mattress, sofa, refrigerator). If something «won't come out», the solution may be dismantling and/or lifting.
2) Parking space and possible permit to occupy public space
Moving a studio apartment becomes much easier when the vehicle can be parked as close to the entrance as possible. On streets with heavy parking, you may need to arrange for a «space commitment» and/or a common area permit in a timely manner, depending on the municipality and the location. For example, the Municipality of Athens has a procedure for temporary authorisation to occupy public space, while at central level there is a relevant service description for public space charges at EUGO.
Proceedings: ask the manager/doorman, inform the neighbours and make sure you have clear access for 30-60 minutes at the time of loading/unloading.
3) Volume of objects: «a little» does not always mean «easy»
In a studio apartment, items are often «condensed»: lots of boxes, small cupboards, appliances, and clothes. Take a quick inventory to know if a van/microtransportation type solution will suffice or if you need a complete move with a crew.
Packing for moving a studio apartment without chaos
Make packaging «per zone»
Divide the studio into zones (kitchen, wardrobe, office, bathroom) and pack in sections. That way you won't end up with 20 unoriented boxes.
Use the same size boxes where possible
Uniform boxes stack more consistently and reduce loading time. For books/heavy items, opt for small boxes so they don't become too heavy.
Fragile and electronic: protection before speed
- Dishes/glasses: packaging paper, dividers and proper labelling.
- Monitors/PCs: remove cables, photograph connections, protect with foam.
- Small appliances: empty liquids, dry, tie cables.
Tip: Prepare a «first day kit» (toilet paper, soap, 2 towels, chargers, multi-socket, 1 set of cutlery/glassware). It will save you when you arrive.
Large objects: when you need lifting or assembly
If the lift is small or the stairs are difficult, the safest solution for bulky objects (e.g. sofa, fridge, bed) may be a hoist. In Prime you can see available options at lifting equipment, as well as services furniture assembly when disassembly/reassembly is required.
How to reduce costs (without risking damage)
- Clean up before boxes: less volume = less time.
- Choose the right vehicle: for small volume, the solution cargo taxi ή microtransports can be more efficient.
- Close time with low traffic (where possible), especially in areas where parking is difficult.
- Organise the boxes so that the crew can load continuously, without stop and go.
What to ask a moving company for a small move
Even in the studio apartment move, it is worth having clear:
- What the service includes (labour, materials, dismantling, lifting).
- How to protect furniture/appliances (blankets, stretch film, corner brackets).
- What applies to damage/liability and what you need to declare (fragile, valuable).
- If there is a need for permits/organizing access to central locations.
How Prime Transport can help
Depending on the volume and access, we can organise the move with solutions such as microtransports ή cargo taxi, to support difficult cases with lifting, and complete the details with furniture assembly where needed. If you want to get started with a quick assessment and plan, contact us from the page Contact.
Frequently asked questions
How early should I start planning for a studio apartment move?;
Usually 7-14 days are enough to take inventory, book a date and organize packaging. If there is a difficulty of access (narrow street, small elevator, need for a lift), start earlier so that practicalities can be resolved in time.
Do I need a hoist in a studio move?;
Not always. But if bulky objects do not fit in the lift or the stairs are narrow/dangerous, the lift reduces the time and especially the risk of damage.
What packing materials are necessary for a studio apartment?;
Boxes (ideally of the same size), packing paper and/or bubble wrap for fragile items, tape, marker for labeling, clothing bags, and protective materials for furniture/electronics.
How do I reduce the cost of moving into a studio apartment without risking damage?;
The biggest «gain» is time: clearing before boxes, good packing organisation, correct vehicle selection (e.g. freight taxi/micro transport when appropriate) and clear access for fast loading.
If I have a problem with a service, where can I go as a consumer?;
For general consumer protection issues, you can find information and file a complaint through the online portal of the Directorate General for Market and Consumer Protection (kataggelies.mindev.gov.gr).
