Furniture Dismantling & Reassembly in London
We dismantle the item in a sequence that keeps the reusable fittings with their panels. At the destination we rebuild the frame, refit shelves and fronts, and check its alignment and movement.
Planning to use your furniture again? Send photos of each piece and tell us where dismantling and reassembly are needed.
- Existing flat pack furniture
- Parts kept by item
- Destination layout
What to check before booking
Show the condition before it comes apart
Send clear photos of panels, joints, doors and any damage or repairs. Identify fixings to walls or adjoining units. A previous move may have loosened joints, so tell us if the furniture has already been taken apart.
Keep fittings identified during the move
Agree how the panels will be grouped and who will move them. Keep small fittings with the matching item and retain instructions where available. If transport is also needed, include it explicitly in the enquiry.
Check the new position in advance
Measure the intended space and access route at the destination. Send details of any changes to the layout. Reassembly depends on the condition and completeness of the original parts.
Show what the furniture is like before it is dismantled
Send the model name if you know it and clear photos of each item. For a wardrobe, include the inside, doors and any connection between frames. For a bed, show the base and any storage. Tell us whether the furniture is fixed to the wall, has previously been taken apart or has been repaired. Those details affect how the two stages can be planned.
If joints are loose or a panel has swollen or split, point it out in your enquiry. A piece that could be taken apart may still need a replacement component before it can be rebuilt. Include any original instructions or assembly diagrams. They help identify the fittings and show how the manufacturer intended the parts to connect.
Agree what should be kept together
Before the visit, empty the furniture and identify the parts you want to retain. Plan where the dismantled panels can be placed. Keep hardware grouped by item and label the sets by room or model. That is particularly useful if two wardrobes share the same finish or if a chest and bedside cabinet use similar runners.
If another company will move the pieces, agree who is responsible for packing and collection. Tell us when they are expected and where the components can be left. Identify any mirrored or glazed panels on the move list. If you need us to discuss transport as well, include both addresses and describe the work you want in the same enquiry.
Check the destination before moving the components
Measure the intended position at the destination and check the route for the longest panels. A wardrobe moved to a new room may need different clearance around the doors. A desk with a handed return might not fit the wall you originally planned. Send photos or dimensions if the layout differs from the original.
If a product needs a manufacturer restraint, share the instructions and describe the new wall. Check permission where the property is rented. Do not assume the fixings from the old address are suitable for the new one. If the furniture was joined to another unit, tell us whether you want the same arrangement at the destination.
Arrange dates and access for both stages
Give the postcode, floor and access contact for each property. If you need the furniture dismantled before a move, tell us the date by which it needs to be ready. For reassembly, tell us when the new property will be available and when the panels and fittings are expected to reach it. Identify any restrictions on loading or goods lift use.
For a move within one property, tell us if the furniture will change floors or rooms. Show the route and planned destination. If other people will be working in either room, agree where the furniture can be staged. Keep the list of items that are moving separate from items that should stay in place.
Check the parts again before reassembly
After transport, keep each hardware pack with its furniture. Inspect the parts for visible damage and tell us if anything is missing. The original model name and instructions can help identify a replacement. If the destination has changed, update the plan before the visit so the room and access arrangements can be reviewed.
On arrival, show where the components are and which item belongs in each room. Tell us about any change since dismantling. When the item is rebuilt, review its position and any moving parts with the assembler. Keep the original paperwork and note anything that still requires attention before using the furniture.
Request one quote with a clear list for each address
Send photos, quantities, model details and the work you need at each address. Separate dismantling, transport and reassembly on the list. If you want new furniture built at the same property, add the product links for the new pieces rather than mixing them with the old furniture inventory.
Tell us if the timing depends on another contractor or on getting the keys. For a staged move, list the pieces that need to be ready first. Check the quote to make sure it includes the stages you requested. If an item is only being dismantled for disposal, identify that separately and arrange removal as needed.
Keep the original layout with the parts
A simple photo of the assembled furniture can help show which way the doors or desk returns were set up. Keep that photo, the model information and the parts list together. If you want a different layout after the move, mark the changes before the assembler arrives rather than relying on the previous arrangement.
Use a separate list for furniture that will be removed
Make it clear which items are going to be rebuilt and which are being taken apart for removal. A dismantled item destined for disposal should not be confused with panels you plan to keep. Mark both groups and agree where they can be left. If a removal company is collecting on the same day, tell them which items must stay.
For a move in stages, keep the components for each room together until they reach their destination. Give the person receiving them the model and list of fittings so they can check the order. If one box goes to a different address, update the plan before the reassembly visit so the team knows which items are complete.
Details to confirm before the visit
| Check | What to consider |
|---|---|
| Dismantling | Show existing joints, damage and attachments |
| Transfer | Agree who will move the grouped components |
| Reassembly | Provide the new position and complete fittings |
| Check | What to consider |
|---|---|
| Intact joints | Photograph the item before it comes apart |
| Previous repair | Show reinforced or replaced parts |
| Missing hardware | Identify the part using model instructions |
What to send for your quote
| Job detail | What to send |
|---|---|
| Same address | Room change and placement |
| Different address | Both postcodes and the transport plan |
| Existing damage | Photos and details of missing fittings |
Questions before booking
For work booked alongside this service, see furniture collection and delivery and wardrobe assembly.
Can you take apart and rebuild the same wardrobe?
Send the model and photos of the joints and panels so both stages can be reviewed.
Does the quote include transport?
List transport separately and confirm it is included in the booking.
What if some fittings are lost in transit?
Identify the missing parts from the product instructions before reassembly.
Can you tell whether a unit is suitable for rebuilding?
We assess the joints and condition when inspecting or dismantling the unit. Previously damaged panels or fixings can affect whether it can be rebuilt securely.
Do doors and drawers go back into their original positions?
We keep track of the positions when they matter to alignment or fittings, then check movement once the frame has been rebuilt.
Request a quote
Send photos of the furniture, the addresses involved and the stages you want included in the quote.