Common Furniture Delivery Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)

We have seen it all. The sofa that is 2 inches too wide for the door. The apartment building that requires a Certificate of Insurance (COI) on Saturday. Avoid these headaches with our checklist.

1. Measuring ONLY the Space

You measured the living room wall, and the couch fits. But did you measure the hallway? The elevator door? The tight turn at the top of the stairs? *Always measure the path, not just the destination.*

2. Ignoring Building Rules

Many Seattle condos require elevator reservations or restrict moving hours to weekdays. Showing up on a Sunday with a truck can result in being turned away.

3. Forgetting to Protect Floors

Dragging a heavy table across hardwood can leave deep scratches. Ensure your movers use floor runners and lift furniture instead of sliding it.

4. Not Emptying Drawers

Leaving clothes in a dresser adds massive weight and stress to the frame. Always empty drawers before transport.

A smooth delivery is 90% preparation. Z-HAUL helps you plan ahead so delivery day is boring—in the best way possible.