A new beginning, together.

Before discussing boxes, we listen to you

Every new home begins with a choice. Ours is to listen first, because two similarly sized flats can require very different moves. A family with children may need beds and toys ready immediately; someone working from home may need access to a desk; a family carer may have particular times to respect. Knowing these needs helps us set priorities before moving day.

At the first contact, tell us what you need to move, the addresses and when you expect to receive the keys. You need not have every answer yet. What helps is distinguishing confirmed details from things that may change. Share provisional dates, furniture you may sell or rooms being renovated, so the proposal reflects a realistic situation.

The survey gives your plans shape

A survey lets us look at your rooms together and identify details a list may miss. A wardrobe may look easy to move until we check its height, fixings and route. A bookcase may hold more than its dimensions suggest. We assess furniture, contents and access, asking which items will move and which will stay.

Show us the cellar, garage, balconies and cupboards if they are included. These spaces often hold rarely used belongings that still affect the overall volume. Photos or a floor plan of the destination can help us plan unloading. Images support the discussion; we explain when measurements or direct checks are needed before defining the work.

Understanding departure and destination

A move cannot be planned by looking only at the home you are leaving. We also need to understand the destination: floor, stairs, lift, door widths and the route from the unloading point. A sofa that fitted easily into your old home may be harder to move into the new one. Early checks help assess workable options and identify limits before starting.

In Milan, the building's location, available space and distance from vehicle to entrance also matter. An internal courtyard differs from a street entrance. If a furniture lift may help, we assess its use against the building and outside space. Availability of the building's lift and agreed working hours must also be included in planning.

Deciding together how much help you need

Some clients prefer to pack books, clothes and personal belongings themselves; others ask us to handle packing too. Either choice needs a clear agreement. If you pack, we need to know the materials and which boxes will be ready. If we pack, we agree which rooms and items the team will handle. The service follows your actual needs; every possible task is not automatically included.

The same applies to dismantling and reassembly. “Bedroom” may not be enough detail: wardrobes, beds, bedside tables, fixed items and construction all matter. If a furniture supplier or another professional will do some work, we agree where each role begins and ends. This avoids overlap and makes coordination clearer.

A quote that describes the work

A quote should help you understand the proposal. Information collected defines the route, approximate quantities, requested services and working conditions. Costs depend on more than counting furniture: access, carrying distances, protection, dismantling and equipment all matter. A useful comparison starts with the work described, not just the final total.

Read the proposal before confirming and point out anything missing or unclear. Clarify wording that could have different meanings straight away. An extra item or different access arrangements can affect the plan; discussing changes early lets us update the agreement. Trust includes being able to ask simple questions and receive answers about your situation.

Choosing a realistic moving date

Your moving date must fit key handovers, property availability and other work in progress. Trying to fit everything into one day when a home is not ready can create avoidable problems. Tell us about decorating, flooring or new furniture deliveries. A considered sequence helps decide when to empty the old home and when the new one can receive your belongings.

If there is a gap between those dates, we can assess temporary furniture storage, agreeing its terms and expected duration separately. Identify belongings you will need meanwhile. Documents, clothes and everyday essentials should not be packed with items going into storage. Planning these decisions early reduces urgent requests during the work.

Getting ready without doing everything yourself

After the initial discussion, start with a few practical steps: separate what is moving, choose what to keep with you and gather missing details. A room-by-room inventory helps more than a hurried list. Note main furniture, delicate items and work to agree for each room. You do not need an exact volume; we develop the assessment together.

If packing yourself, make contents and destination rooms identifiable. Keep access routes clear and report changes since the survey. Choose one contact for the main stages so instructions do not come from several people. Preparation does not mean doing the team's work: it helps everyone know their role and whom to ask.

Before moving day, keep contact details for the people opening both properties available. If an address has several staircases or entrances, specify which to use. Simple details avoid confusion when work begins. Add them to the survey list to keep one record that you can update as plans change.

This initial discussion also leaves room for questions that arise after the survey, as you look at your rooms again and clarify priorities.

A new beginning planned together

DUDA Traslochi has supported clients since 2012 with a simple belief: the work begins before the first piece of furniture is loaded. It begins when you tell us what you need and we listen. Experience identifies practical details; conversation shows which matter most to you. Together, they shape a plan for your home, the people involved and the time available.

If you are preparing to move home, start with the departure address, destination and preferred dates. Add your main concerns: a large wardrobe, narrow staircase, uncertain date or simply the volume of belongings. That is where our planning begins. A new beginning together means shared information, agreed tasks and a contact you can speak to through an important change.

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