Recording existing furniture damage before collection
A baseline record helps distinguish old scratches from later marks. Combine photographs with clear item identification numbers.
Before you start
Inspect furniture in good light before wrapping. Record existing marks on corners, feet and joints in both wider views and close-ups.
Practical steps
- Name photographs using the inventory number.
- Show previous repair areas to the moving team.
- Discuss handling arrangements for already damaged items beforehand.
Checks on arrival
Compare the same areas on arrival. Document new differences and follow the agreed delivery and notification steps rather than relying only on a verbal comment.
What to include in your quote request
Share your current inventory with collection and delivery details. Include large items, packing responsibilities and the intended date alongside carton numbers. Record subsequent changes in the same place and confirm that the final list matches the written quote.
Home movingApply this guide to your move
Share your route and inventory so we can clarify the scope.