What the scope may include
- Furniture and ordinary household items approved for removal
- Bagged or boxed non-hazardous contents
- Closet, patio, and storage-area items included in the agreed scope
- Basic final sweep when specifically included
What needs a separate conversation
- Hazardous chemicals, medical waste, or unknown liquids
- Items a landlord is not yet legally authorized to remove
- Work requiring structural demolition or building repair
What shapes the estimate
A useful estimate describes the load and the building, not only the number of rooms.
- Unit size and volume
- Item weight and disassembly
- Stairs, elevator, and carry distance
- Parking and loading access
- Timing and building restrictions
Prepare the unit
Mark the items that stay, collect keys or access codes, confirm management rules, and identify the best loading path. If the unit contains anything unusually heavy, damaged, wet, sharp, or potentially infested, mention it before scheduling so the work can be assessed accurately.
Questions to answer before the call ends
Can the crew use the building elevator?
Confirm whether it must be reserved, padded, or used only during certain hours.
Does everything in the unit go?
Use room labels or a written keep list. Do not rely on assumptions when some items remain.
Is parking close to the entrance?
Loading-zone distance and vehicle access affect carrying time and equipment choices.
Read the related preparation guide or review nearby service-area planning pages.