A well-planned apartment move reduces stress, avoids surprises, and helps moving day run faster and more safely. This guide brings together a useful checklist and preparation tips for households in Alicante and surrounding areas.
If you prefer to delegate transport, you can request a quote for our apartment moving service with professional loading, transport, and unloading.
View apartment moving service →Checklist: 2–4 weeks before
- Confirm moving date and coordinate key handover or collection.
- Request a moving quote with origin, destination, floor level, and approximate volume.
- Check lift access, parking, and building entry at both addresses.
- Start clearing cupboards and sorting what moves, is donated, or discarded.
- Notify utilities (electricity, water, internet) about the address change.
- Reserve packing materials: boxes, bubble wrap, and tape.
Checklist: 1 week before
- Label boxes by room and mark fragile items.
- Prepare a “first day” box with essentials (documents, chargers, toiletries, kitchen basics).
- Disassemble furniture where needed and store fittings in labelled bags.
- Empty and defrost appliances being moved.
- Confirm moving schedule with the transport company.
- Prepare a list of high-value or bulky items for the final quote.
Checklist: moving day
- Keep corridors and loading areas clear at origin and destination.
- Have documentation, keys, and contact numbers ready.
- Supervise loading of delicate furniture and priority boxes.
- Check built-in wardrobes, storage room, and terrace for leftover items.
- Inspect walls and floors after unloading is complete.
- Confirm everything has arrived before closing the service.
Preparation tips
- Pack by room and avoid mixing heavy items with fragile ones in the same box.
- Photograph furniture layout or cabling if it helps reassembly in the new home.
- Report narrow stairs, no lift access, or time restrictions in advance.
- Allow buffer time if key handover and van loading happen on the same day.
- Keep personal items with you rather than on the van.
Useful information for requesting a quote
For a clear quote, prepare full origin and destination addresses, floor level and lift availability, approximate volume (rooms or boxes), preferred date, and whether you need help with bulky furniture or appliances.
Need help with your apartment move?
At Alpha Transportes, we manage apartment and home moves in Alicante and surrounding areas with a professional, safe service tailored to each household.
Request a quote and we will help you plan your relocation with confidence.