Moving day is always a battle, but moving a couch alone can be, too. Whether your home is covered in boxes or you’re just updating your living room’s vibe, it’s no easy feat to move heavy furniture alone.
If you’re wondering how to move a couch by yourself, don’t worry—we’ve got you covered! Read on to learn all about moving a couch.
Difficulty: Medium (with help), Hard (alone)
Duration: 1-2 hours (depending on size and location)
Tools and Materials
To move a couch successfully, you’ll need the following tools and materials:
- Measuring tape
- Furniture sliders or moving blankets
- Packing materials (plastic wrap, bubble wrap, or furniture pads)
- A dolly or hand truck
It’s also recommended that you have a friend or helper assist with moving a couch. Moving a couch alone can be dangerous and difficult, and overall, it’s just worthwhile to get a helping hand. Hire a Tasker to make the move far easier.
Moving a Couch in 5 Steps
Moving a couch can be a breeze if you follow these steps:
1. Measure
Measure your couch in advance to ensure you won’t have any issues getting through hallways and doors. Measure its width, height, and length to get a sense of all its dimensions. Then you can measure the spaces you’ll need to navigate through (like tight corners and doorways).
2. Break It Down
Detach any removable parts, including your recliner section or storage drawer. (Most larger couches make moving easier by making some sections detachable, so be sure to take advantage of this feature.)
3. Wrap The Couch
Wrapping the couch in plastic or cloth can make it easier to handle. Be sure you can still get a firm grip on the couch with it wrapped.
4. Use The Sliders
Furniture sliders (also called furniture pads) can help you move a couch by yourself. You can slide the couch across surfaces without damaging your floors and without any heavy lifting. Furniture sliders are helpful but not a cure all—you can’t really slide furniture down/up stairs or through tight/awkward spaces. Use sliders to your advantage, but keep in mind that the best tool for moving is a helping hand.
5. Don’t Do It Alone
Having a friend or helper when moving any furniture is essential. This second set of hands and eyes will help ensure you’re doing things safely, efficiently, and quickly. If you need help moving a couch, consider hiring an experienced Tasker.
6. Move It To The Truck
Once you’ve got your couch moved outside, move it into a truck or vehicle to get it where it needs to go. Carrying it all the way to its destination is a surefire way to ruin your day. No vehicle? Hire a Tasker to haul it for you.
Couch Moving Tips
Here are some useful tips for moving a couch:
- Lift with your legs—not your back—to avoid strain and injury.
- When navigating corners or tight spaces, tilt the couch diagonally to fit through doorways.
- Protect the corners of the couch with extra padding.
- If your couch is too large to fit through a door, consider removing the door temporarily.
- Measuring a couch is the first step in moving a couch reliably, so be sure to learn how to do so initially.
When to Hire Help?
If you’ve come to terms with the fact that moving a couch is just too heavy or bulky to do on your own, it might be time to hire a Tasker. At the very least, it could help you avoid throwing out your back!
