10 Ways to Protect Your Home During a Move
What Professional Movers Should Always Do
When it comes to moving, protecting your belongings is only part of the job. True professional movers in Denver also take great care to protect your home—from hardwood floors and banisters to walls and doorways.
Whether you’re relocating from a luxury residence or a high-rise apartment, here's what any reputable moving company should be doing to ensure your property stays pristine throughout the process.
1. Use Floor Protection on All Surfaces
Professional movers should lay down protective materials such as Ram Board, carpet shield, or neoprene floor runners. These reduce the risk of scratches, spills, or dirt damage on hardwood, tile, and carpeted floors.
2. Install Stair Protection
Hardwood or carpeted staircases are vulnerable to scuffs and dents. Non-slip stair covers or padded protection should be installed to prevent unnecessary wear and tear during heavy foot traffic.
3. Wrap Door Frames and Banisters
Using padded wraps, blankets, or foam guards, movers should protect all entryways, banisters, and railings. These high-contact areas are easily damaged when maneuvering large furniture.
4. Use Furniture Blankets and Padding
Each piece of furniture—especially large, sharp-edged, or delicate items—should be fully wrapped with moving blankets and secured with stretch wrap to prevent damage to both the item and your walls.
5. Apply Corner Guards to Walls
Sharp corners on walls are especially prone to damage. Corner guards made from cardboard or plastic are essential when navigating tight spaces or turning with bulky items.
6. Deploy Door Jam Protectors
Professional movers use padded protectors for door jams to avoid chipped paint or dents when moving through narrow doorways.
7. Lay Down Entryway Mats
The entry point to your home sees the most traffic on moving day. Quality movers will place heavy-duty mats to prevent dirt, mud, and moisture from being tracked indoors.
8. Use Ramps and Lift Equipment
For heavy or awkward items, ramps help prevent dragging or dropping items that could gouge flooring or cause injury. Dollies, lift straps, and sliders are essential tools professional movers rely on.
9. Secure Fragile Areas
Glass doors, chandeliers, and light fixtures should be flagged and either removed or shielded. Any fragile installations must be addressed before the move begins.
10. Train Crews for Awareness and Respect
Beyond tools and materials, the best movers operate with a culture of care. At All Moving Relocation Services, our team is trained to treat every home like their own—using best practices, moving etiquette, and extra caution.
Don’t settle for a company that cuts corners. Protecting your home during a move is part of the white-glove service promise. At All Moving Relocation Services, we specialize in high-value asset moving in Denver, bringing unmatched professionalism to every job—whether it's residential or long-distance.
