Narrow doorway planning: the London plan
If the move crosses London, keep the key-release time, reserved lift slot and loading window together in the enquiry. Label boxes by destination room so unloading can use the agreed building slot efficiently.
- Smallest clear opening: include the details for both ends of this move.
- Largest rigid furniture section: include the details for both ends of this move.
- Turns and ceiling clearance: include the details for both ends of this move.
Measure usable space, not the door frame alone
Consider how far a door opens, protruding handles and the space available immediately beyond it. Check hallway turns, stair landings and any low ceiling. Record the dimensions of the fixed furniture frame after any agreed removal of legs or sections. Soft cushions do not define the size of a rigid sofa.
Discuss preparation instead of forcing a fit
Some furniture can be dismantled, while other construction may be unsuitable for repeated disassembly. Describe the item and ask who will prepare it. Door removal, property alterations, window access and specialist lifting are not standard inclusions. If measurements remain uncertain, say so before a collection is booked.
A useful access note includes
- The limiting doorway or turn and its measured space.
- The item dimensions in the condition it will travel.
- Any preparation already agreed with the owner or seller.
Resolve borough, building and loading bay
A London move needs a borough and full postcode as well as a building name. For a flat, send the floor, lift-door dimensions and any move-in appointment before asking for a vehicle size. A concierge booking and roadside loading permission are separate arrangements.
For this narrow doorway planning request, explain any uncertainty about turns and ceiling clearance before accepting a quote. The collection-ready time, vehicle access and recipient availability must work together; a short driving distance does not remove the handling work.
Before you confirm narrow doorway planning
Send the full collection and delivery addresses, smallest clear opening and largest rigid furniture section, and photographs of any awkward access. Ask for a written scope covering the handling required at your London address.
Check the proposed supplier, price, vehicle or crew, relevant cover and any waiting arrangements. Do not release the goods until the booking and handover instructions have been agreed.