Old, Older, Oldest: Items to Consider when Moving into a Historical Apartment or Home

In Cleveland, Columbus- and across the country- we are frequently requested to move items into or out of historic apartment buildings and homes.  In these instances, it is often renovations that have lead to divided living quarters- and planning doesn’t typically consider the size of furniture, or ease of access, when it is done.  

Couches, exercise equipment and beds can be difficult to maneuver around tight corners, wound staircases, and tiny quarters.  If you are moving into or out of a ‘difficult’ building- be sure to request an onsite inspection to avoid any additional fees for time and issue.  It is sometimes necessary to purchase split box springs, as a particular mattress size may fit but the equivalent box spring may not.   Oversized couches, pianos and exercise equipment may or may not be able to fit in certain spaces if it cannot be disassembled in any way.  

Buildings that have staircase access only, or long entrance distances, can also effect the cost of your move.  If your building has a service elevator, it is sometimes necessary to request use and also to confirm no maintenance is scheduled, and that the elevator is functioning.  It is not uncommon that a service elevator is reserved upon our arrival, and either the move is rescheduled or manually completed, potentially negatively effecting the costs in the long run.   Historic homes and apartments can be great places to call home, even though they may be cause for extra care and planning! 

Give our pros in Cleveland and Columbus a call, and we can answer all of your questions and provide common situations that may result.