By Expert Removals – The movers who lift your furniture and your spirits
Let’s Be Honest…
You’ve typed something like this into Google recently, haven’t you?
- “Do removal companies disassemble furniture?”
- “Do movers pack your clothes or do you have to do that?”
- “Can a moving company move pets?”
- “Will the movers hate me if my bed is still assembled?”
First of all – breathe. You’re not the only one. We’ve seen everything. And when we say everything, we mean everything:
From customers who packed an entire kitchen but forgot to empty the fridge… to clients who handed us a live parrot and said, “He bites when he’s nervous, but he likes Metallica.”
So here’s the truth. The full, no-fluff, “things-you-wish-you’d-asked-before-hiring-movers” guide. From Expert Removals, Dublin’s most unflinchingly honest, totally insured, and only slightly coffee-addicted moving company.
1. “Do Movers Disassemble Beds and Furniture?”
Yes – if we’re not handed a 14th-century antique that needs a degree in archaeology to understand.
We regularly disassemble:
- Beds (frames, slats, headboards
- Dining tables
- Wardrobes (depending on size and material)
- Office desks
What we don’t do:
- Custom carpentry glued to your wall
- Vintage furniture that requires specialist tools
- Built-in wardrobes sealed tighter than your neighbour’s lips during an argument
📊 Stat check:
In the past 12 months:
- 84% of 3-bed house moves included bed disassembly
- 67% required furniture reassembly on delivery
- 11% required emergency YouTube tutorials on allen key placement
Pro tip:
Let us know before moving day if something’s extra fiddly. We come prepared with the right tools… and patience.
2. “Will Movers Pack Everything for Me?”
If you’ve booked a full packing service with us, then yes. We pack like it’s an Olympic event.
What we pack:
- Clothes (yes, even that pile you swore you were going to donate)
- Kitchenware
- Books
- Bathroom bits (sealed for hygiene, obviously)
- Cables, chargers, tech stuff
What we don’t pack:
- Open bottles of shampoo (ask us why sometime)
- Anything leaking, flammable, or hazardous
- Your dirty laundry (unless it’s in a bag)
📊 Quick stat:
Out of 1,228 moves last year:
- 39% added full packing services
- 88% said they wished they had
- 100% loved that we labelled every single box (“KITCHEN – RIGHT HAND DRAWER” kind of precise)
3. “Do Movers Move Pets?”
We love pets. Honestly. We’ll even coo at your cat from across the room.
But… no, we don’t move pets. We don’t transport them, carry them, or stuff them in boxes no matter how chill they seem.
Here’s why:
- Legal and insurance issues
- Stress on the animal
- One time a lizard escaped in the van and bit Tom’s ankle mid-drive. Tom’s okay. The lizard? Still at large.
So no pets. Not in crates, not in handbags, not under blankets. We’ll help you move their toys, beds, bowls, terrariums, cat trees, and 600 chewable items. But the actual living creature? That’s your gig.
4. “Do Movers Bring Packing Materials?”
Yes.
We bring all the materials – boxes, bubble wrap, shrink wrap, packing tape, mattress covers, and oddly satisfying cardboard wardrobe rails.
| Material | Purpose | We Provide It? |
|---|---|---|
| Bubble wrap | Fragile items | ✅ Yes |
| Shrink wrap | Prevent drawers flying open | ✅ Yes |
| Cardboard boxes | All shapes and sizes | ✅ Yes |
| Labels & markers | Organising boxes by room | ✅ Yes |
| Tape guns | Because nobody likes tape fingers | ✅ Yes |
| Bubble tea | Sadly, no. We get asked a lot. | ❌ No |
You can either pre-order a pack from us or let us bring them on the day. We reuse and recycle materials when possible – we’re not just lifting wardrobes, we’re lifting standards.
5. “Are Removal Companies Insured in Ireland?”
They should be.
We are. Fully. Thoroughly. Proudly.
Here’s the breakdown:
| Insurance Type | What It Covers |
|---|---|
| Public Liability | If someone trips over a moving box |
| Goods in Transit | If something gets damaged en route |
| Employer’s Liability | Protects our crew (and your peace of mind) |
Many movers say “we’re insured” but skip the detail. Ask them this:
“Are you insured for my stuff, while it’s moving, from A to B, on your watch?”
If they can’t answer that, move on. Or just move with us.
6. “What Do I Need to Do Before the Movers Arrive?”
Glad you asked. This is the one that saves hours (and your sanity).
Your 7-Step Prep Checklist:
- Declutter – no shame in dumping that chipped mug.
- Label rooms clearly – or just label your boxes. Either way.
- Tell us about the parking – yellow lines matter.
- Tell us about stairs, lifts, or spiral staircases of doom.
- Secure pets and kids – safety first, plus we trip easily.
- Defrost the freezer – nobody likes fish fingers melting on a mattress.
- Leave out the kettle – non-negotiable.
But Seriously – Moving is Emotional. We Get That.
People don’t just move boxes.
They move memories. Milestones. A whole phase of life.
The high chair in the corner? That’s where your toddler learned to throw pasta.
That saggy couch? You swore you’d upgrade but never did – because it was yours.
The marks on the wall? That was your failed attempt at DIY. (You tried.)
We’re not just a “moving company in Dublin.” We’re people helping people through change.
Yes, we’re strong.
Yes, we’re efficient.
But we’re also the ones who’ll carry that massive mirror with care.
The ones who’ll tape your kid’s drawing to the last box.
The ones who know this move isn’t just physical.
In Summary – Here’s What We Actually Do (and Don’t)
| Service | We Do It? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Disassemble beds/furniture | ✅ Yes | Just give us a heads-up if it’s complex |
| Full packing | ✅ Yes | Optional add-on, and we’re very organised |
| Move pets | ❌ No | Use a pet taxi or bring them in your own car |
| Supply packing materials | ✅ Yes | Boxes, wrap, tape – the full kit |
| Insured services | ✅ Yes | Full breakdown available on request |
| Emotional support (mild) | ✅ Yes | Hugs not guaranteed, but good vibes are |
Moving with Expert Removals
When you hire Expert Removals, you’re not just getting vehicles and professionals with gloves.
You’re getting:
- Experience (1,228 moves last year alone)
- Empathy (we’ve moved during divorces, grief, promotions, reunions – life stuff)
- Efficiency (our average 3-bed move is done in 5.5 hours)
- Excellence (4.9 stars, zero egos)
Get your quote today – or just ask us a weird question about packing your lava lamp.
We’re ready. Bubble wrap in hand.