Apartment Movers in Dubai

Reliable Moving for Every Size of Apartment

From studio apartments in JVC to 4-bedroom units in Dubai Marina we handle building permits, service elevator coordination, careful packing, and full relocation across every major residential tower and community in Dubai.
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Every hour your office is mid-move is an hour your team cannot work at full capacity. That reality shapes how we plan and execute every office relocation in Dubai.
E Mover Dubai manages office moves as operational projects not as a sequence of rooms to empty and fill. We assign a dedicated move coordinator, plan the relocation department by department, handle building access and loading coordination across Dubai’s major business districts, pack and label every workstation systematically, and schedule the move outside your working hours where needed. Your team leaves one office and arrives at another that is ready to use.

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    About Us

    Apartment Moving in Dubai More Complex Than It Looks

    Dubai is a city of high-rise living. The majority of its residential population lives in tower blocks where moving out requires elevator bookings, building NOCs, floor protection, parking coordination for moving trucks, and working within defined time windows set by building management.

    At E Mover Dubai, this is not a challenge we encounter for the first time on your move day. It is a process we coordinate on every apartment job we handle across towers in Dubai Marina, Business Bay, Downtown, JLT, JVC, and every other major residential community in the emirate.

    We manage the full relocation from first contact to final item placement handling building coordination, correct packing for your apartment size, furniture dismantling where needed, and careful loading in a sequence that works for service elevators and tight corridors.
    Whether you are moving out of a studio on the 35th floor or relocating a 4-bedroom apartment in a premium tower, the same level of planning and care applies.

    Apartment Moving Services

    Our Apartment Moving Services in Dubai

    Every service below is available as part of a complete apartment move package or as a standalone booking, depending on what you need.

    01

    Packing and Unpacking

    Our packing team works room by room through your apartment wrapping fragile items individually, packing cartons by item type and room, labelling clearly, and preparing everything for safe transit. Unpacking and arrangement is available as a full-service add-on.

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    Furniture Dismantling and Reassembly

    Most Dubai apartments contain flat-pack and modular furniture that must be dismantled to move through standard doorways and service elevators. Our crew carries tools for this and documents hardware so reassembly is accurate and complete.

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    Loading and Unloading

    Items are loaded into the vehicle in a planned sequence heavy furniture first, fragile items positioned last. Unloading at your new apartment follows your room-by-room labelling system so items go directly where they belong.

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    Building and Elevator Coordination

    We contact building management to obtain move-out and move-in permits, book service elevator time slots, and confirm parking arrangements. This is a standard part of our service not something you need to chase yourself.

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    Protected Transport

    Your belongings travel in an enclosed vehicle matched to your apartment volume. Furniture is padded and secured. We take additional care with heat-sensitive items like electronics and leather upholstery during Dubai's summer months.

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    Post-Move Setup

    Furniture is reassembled in position at your new apartment. Cartons are delivered to the correct rooms. If you have booked our full unpacking service, our team arranges items and removes all packing material before leaving.

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    Studio Apartment Moving

    A compact and time-efficient relocation. We handle the bed, sofa, dining set, and appliances, ensuring building access and service elevator booking are managed efficiently within a half-day window.

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    1BHK Apartment Moving

    Our most common apartment size. Includes bedroom set, living room furniture, and kitchen appliances. A crew of two to three handles dismantling and transit across all major Dubai tower communities.

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    2BHK Apartment Moving

    Involves two bedroom sets and fuller living/dining arrangements. Furniture dismantling is standard. We allocate a crew of three and ensure the service elevator booking accounts for the increased volume.

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    3BHK Apartment Moving

    A significant move comparable to a small villa. We recommend full packing and offer a split-day service (packing on day one, transit on day two) with a crew of three to four trained professionals.

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    4BHK Apartment Moving

    Our largest standard apartment category. We conduct a pre-move survey to assess high-value furniture and custom fittings, coordinating building access with appropriate lead time for these premium properties.

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    Studio to 4BHK Solutions

    Every apartment size in Dubai has different volume, crew, and logistics requirements. From compact studios to expansive premium units, our approach is tailored to the specific needs of your property and community.

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    Building Access

    Service Elevators, Building NOCs, and Moving Permits What to Know

    This is the area where most Dubai apartment moves encounter unexpected delays and where our coordination makes the most practical difference.

    Nearly every residential tower in Dubai operates a defined process for move-in and move-out. The specifics vary by building management company, but the common requirements are consistent.

    01

    Service Elevator Booking

    Most towers designate a specific service elevator for moves. Residents must book a time slot typically a 2 to 4 hour window in advance. Conflicts are common on month-end dates when multiple residents move simultaneously. We recommend booking at least 5 to 7 days in advance, and we contact building management on your behalf once your move date is confirmed.

    02

    Move-Out and Move-In Permits (NOC)

    Building management in most Dubai towers requires a written move-out permit from the outgoing unit and a move-in permit at the receiving building. Some buildings additionally require a refundable damage deposit — typically AED 500 to AED 2,000 — that covers any damage to common areas during the move. We coordinate both permits as part of the service.

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    Emaar-Managed Buildings

    Emaar community management requires a formal move-in permit submitted via the Emaar Community Portal. The service elevator must be booked through the portal separately. DEWA connection must be active before Emaar approves the move-in. These requirements apply across Emaar-managed towers in Downtown Dubai, The Greens, The Views, Dubai Creek Harbour, and other Emaar communities. Our coordinator manages this process and confirms clearance before your move date.

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    DMCC-Managed Buildings (JLT)

    JLT towers managed by DMCC require advance notice and parking coordination for moving vehicles. Several JLT towers have restricted loading bay access. We confirm vehicle access arrangements directly with building security in advance.

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    Private Tower Management

    Many Dubai towers are managed by independent property management companies. Access requirements vary. Our team contacts building management at both locations once your booking is confirmed to identify the specific requirements for your towers so nothing is discovered for the first time on move day.

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    Floor and Wall Protection

    Regardless of building management requirements, we apply floor protection runners and corner protectors in all main movement corridors lift lobbies, corridors, and entrance areas — as standard. This protects both your belongings and the building's common areas, and it protects the deposit where one is held.

    PACKING STANDARDS SECTION

    How We Pack for an Apartment Move Room by Room

    Apartment packing requires specific planning because the item mix is concentrated into limited space and many items are fragile or high-value relative to the volume of the move.

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    Bedroom packing

    Clothing, Bedding, and Valuables

    Hanging garments are transferred directly into wardrobe boxes no folding damage, faster unpacking. Bedding and pillows are packed in large-volume cartons. Mirrors and framed artwork are wrapped in bubble wrap and edge-protected before packing.

    Jewellery and personal valuables we recommend keeping with you personally.

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    Living and dining room packing

    Furniture, Décor, and Screens

    Upholstered furniture sofas, armchairs is wrapped in stretch film. Hard surfaces receive moving blankets with corner protection. Décor items are individually wrapped in tissue paper and bubble wrap and packed upright in cushioned cartons. TV screens are wrapped in anti-static film and enclosed in moving blankets or original packaging.

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    Kitchen packing

    Crockery, Glassware, and Appliances

    Crockery and glassware are individually wrapped in packing paper and packed upright in dish-pack cartons. Small appliances are wrapped in stretch film and cushioned. Large appliances are secured and padded before loading. All kitchen cartons are labelled by content category.

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    Electronics

    Audio, Devices, and Cables

    All screens, audio equipment, and devices are wrapped in anti-static stretch film first, then moving blankets. Cables are labelled by device and bagged together. Original packaging is used where available.

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    Climate considerations

    Heat Protection and Scheduling

    Dubai's heat affects specific items during transit particularly leather upholstery, wooden furniture with lacquer finishes, electronics, and items with adhesive components. We schedule moves to minimise transit time during peak heat and use enclosed vehicles throughout.

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    Our Commitment

    Professional Care

    We take additional wrapping precautions for heat-sensitive items during summer months to ensure every item arrives in the same condition it left.

    Step by Step

    How Your Apartment Move Works Step by Step

    Step 1

    Share Your Apartment Move Details

    Tell us your current building and community, destination, apartment size, preferred date, and any access information you are aware of. We ask the questions that matter for planning apartment size, floor, elevator type, and any large items that need special handling.

    Step 2

    Quote and Confirmation

    We provide a transparent quote within one hour for standard apartment moves studio through 3BHK. For 4BHK apartments or premium tower moves, we recommend a brief phone survey to confirm scope. The quote covers crew size, vehicle, materials, building coordination, and estimated duration.

    Step 3

    Building Coordination

    Once you confirm, your dedicated move coordinator contacts building management at both your current and new address. Service elevator bookings, move-out and move-in permits, parking arrangements, and refundable deposit requirements are all confirmed in advance. You receive a move schedule with confirmed timing.

    Step 4

    Move Day: Pack, Dismantle, Load

    Our crew arrives on time with all packing materials and dismantling tools. We apply floor and wall protection in movement corridors, work room by room packing and dismantling, and load the vehicle in a planned sequence within the booked elevator window. We work efficiently to respect the building's time slot without rushing the handling of your belongings.

    Step 5

    Unload, Reassemble, Set Up

    At your new apartment, items are delivered to the correct rooms, furniture is reassembled in position, and cartons are arranged for unpacking. If you have booked the unpacking service, our team arranges everything in place and removes all packing material before leaving.

    We do a final walkthrough with you before closing the job.

    Building Access

    Service Elevators, Building NOCs, and Moving Permits What to Know

    This is the area where most Dubai apartment moves encounter unexpected delays and where our coordination makes the most practical difference.

    Nearly every residential tower in Dubai operates a defined process for move-in and move-out. The specifics vary by building management company, but the common requirements are consistent.

    01

    Service Elevator Booking

    Most towers designate a specific service elevator for moves. Residents must book a time slot — typically a 2 to 4 hour window — in advance. Conflicts are common on month-end dates when multiple residents move simultaneously. We recommend booking at least 5 to 7 days in advance, and we contact building management on your behalf once your move date is confirmed.

    02

    Move-Out and Move-In Permits (NOC)

    Building management in most Dubai towers requires a written move-out permit from the outgoing unit and a move-in permit at the receiving building. Some buildings additionally require a refundable damage deposit — typically AED 500 to AED 2,000 — that covers any damage to common areas during the move. We coordinate both permits as part of the service.

    03

    Emaar-Managed Buildings

    Emaar community management requires a formal move-in permit submitted via the Emaar Community Portal. The service elevator must be booked through the portal separately. DEWA connection must be active before Emaar approves the move-in. These requirements apply across Emaar-managed towers in Downtown Dubai, The Greens, The Views, Dubai Creek Harbour, and other Emaar communities. Our coordinator manages this process and confirms clearance before your move date.

    04

    DMCC-Managed Buildings (JLT)

    JLT towers managed by DMCC require advance notice and parking coordination for moving vehicles. Several JLT towers have restricted loading bay access. We confirm vehicle access arrangements directly with building security in advance.

    05

    Private Tower Management

    Many Dubai towers are managed by independent property management companies. Access requirements vary. Our team contacts building management at both locations once your booking is confirmed to identify the specific requirements for your towers — so nothing is discovered for the first time on move day.

    06

    Floor and Wall Protection

    Regardless of building management requirements, we apply floor protection runners and corner protectors in all main movement corridors — lift lobbies, corridors, and entrance areas — as standard. This protects both your belongings and the building's common areas, and it protects the deposit where one is held.

    WHY CHOOSE US SECTION

    Why Dubai Apartment Residents Choose eMover

    We handle building coordination you do not have to. Service elevator booking, move-out and move-in permits, parking arrangements, and refundable deposit coordination are managed by our team once your booking is confirmed.

    01

    Major Developer Expertise

    We are familiar with the requirements of Emaar, DMCC, Nakheel, and most private tower management companies in Dubai. This knowledge prevents delays that catch unprepared companies by surprise.

    02

    Our Crew Is Sized to the Job

    Our crew is matched to your apartment size. A studio does not get a six-person crew. A 4BHK does not get moved by two people. We confirm the right crew size during the quote process and staff every job accordingly.

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    We Work Within Your Elevator Window

    Service elevator time slots in Dubai towers are fixed and often narrow. We arrive on time, work efficiently through the booked window, and do not leave your belongings half-moved because the slot expired.

    04

    Dismantling Is Planned, Not Improvised

    Furniture dismantling is planned in advance. We confirm which items need dismantling during the quote process — not on the morning of your move. Hardware is bagged and labelled per item so reassembly is accurate.

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    Proper Packing Materials, Always

    Double-walled cartons, bubble wrap, wardrobe boxes, stretch film, and moving blankets are on every job. Your kitchen crockery and living room décor are not packed in whatever happens to be available.

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    Dubai-Specific Building Knowledge

    We know Emaar's Community Portal permit process, DMCC building access procedures, and the access quirks of major residential towers across Dubai. We navigate the red tape so you don't have to.

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    One Coordinator Throughout

    From quote confirmation to final walkthrough, one person manages your move. They know your building, your floor, your elevator window, and your requirements.

    Duration & Cost

    How Long Does an Apartment Move Take in Dubai — and What Affects the Cost

    No apartment move is identical. Duration and cost are influenced by a combination of factors that we assess accurately before quoting — not approximate after the job is done.

    The price you agree to after the quote is the price you pay. We do not add charges after the job is completed for reasons that should have been identified upfront.

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    01

    Apartment Size

    Apartment size is the primary factor. A studio and a 4BHK have fundamentally different volume, crew requirements, and loading time. Our duration estimates by size are the most significant variable in the quote.

    02

    Floor Level and Elevator Access

    In most Dubai towers, items travel by service elevator. If the elevator time slot is limited, additional trips are required, extending the duration. Staircase-only access — rare but it exists in some older buildings — extends duration and may affect pricing, which we identify during the quote process.

    03

    Packing Scope

    Full packing by our team, partial packing, or client-packed apartments have different time implications. Full packing of a 2BHK apartment typically adds 2 to 3 hours before loading begins.

    04

    Distance Between Buildings

    Cross-town moves — for example, from Deira to JVC — involve longer transit time than within-community moves. Moves out of Dubai to other UAE emirates carry additional transport cost based on distance and fuel. All factored into the estimate before you confirm.

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    Special Items

    Large TVs, gym equipment, piano units, or collections requiring individual attention add time and may require specialist materials. These are confirmed during the quote stage — not treated as an unexpected surcharge on move day.

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    Season and Timing

    Month-end dates and the November to March period are the busiest for apartment moves in Dubai. Earlier booking is recommended to secure your preferred slot, especially for service elevator time windows that fill quickly.

    07

    Our Price Guarantee

    The price you agree to after the quote is the price you pay. We do not add charges after the job is completed for reasons that should have been identified upfront. Every factor that affects cost is assessed before — not after — your booking is confirmed.

    Cost Calculator

    Apartment Moving Cost Calculator

    Select your move details for an instant estimate. Covers moves within Dubai and to all six UAE emirates.

    Apartment Size
    Studio
    1 Bedroom
    2 Bedroom
    3 Bedroom
    4 Bedroom +
    Move DistanceWithin Dubai
    Within Same Community
    Cross-Dubai (Different Area)
    Dubai to UAE Emirates
    Sharjah
    Ajman
    Umm Al Quwain
    Ras Al Khaimah
    Fujairah
    Abu Dhabi
    Packing Service
    No Packing (Self-Packed)
    Partial Packing
    Full Packing by eMover
    Floor Level (Current Apartment)
    Ground – 5th Floor
    6th – 15th Floor
    16th – 30th Floor
    31st Floor and Above
    Special Items
    None
    Large TV / Electronics
    Gym Equipment
    Piano / Musical Instrument
    Estimated Apartment Moving Cost AED 1,550 – AED 2,700 Indicative range  ·  Final price confirmed after survey or phone quote
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    Estimates are based on standard Dubai market rates. Inter-emirate figures include transport and fuel. Actual cost may vary by building access, elevator restrictions, and volume. Contact us for a confirmed written quote.

    Verified Reviews

    What Our Customers Say

    ★★★★★

    I've moved apartments in Dubai four times in the last six years. This was the first time I genuinely had nothing to complain about afterwards. They booked the JLT elevator three days before, arrived fifteen minutes early, and had my 1BHK packed and loaded before the slot even ran out. The new apartment in Al Barsha was set up the same evening.

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    Daniel F. Al Barsha
    ★★★★★

    Moving with two young kids and a husband who was traveling for work meant I was handling this entirely on my own. I was dreading it. The coordinator called me the day before just to confirm everything was in place — elevator booked, parking arranged, crew briefed. That one call changed my whole mood about the day. Everything went exactly as they said.

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    Hessa Al Bloushi Dubai Marina
    ★★★★★

    We moved from a 2BHK in Deira to a 3BHK in Muwaileh Sharjah. Cross-emirate move, different building types on each side. They handled the permit at the Deira building, coordinated parking at the Sharjah end, and nothing went to the wrong room. The labelling system was genuinely useful when we were unpacking.

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    Rajan and Sunitha P. Muwaileh, Sharjah
    ★★★★★

    My building in Business Bay has a two-hour elevator slot and a AED 500 deposit. I have used companies before who did not know this until they arrived. These guys had it confirmed before I even thought to ask about it. That level of preparation tells you everything about how a company operates.

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    Tom H. Business Bay
    ★★★★★

    I only needed a studio moved — one bedroom worth of stuff. Some companies quoted me like it was a full villa. These guys gave me a fair price based on what the job actually was, came with the right sized vehicle, and finished in three hours. Simple job done simply. I appreciated that.

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    Fatima Malik Al Qusais
    ★★★★★

    انتقلنا من شقة في الجداف لشقة ثانية في قرية جميرا الدائرية، وكان عندنا أثاث كثير وأشياء حساسة. الكوردينيتر رتب كل شي من الأذونات للمصعد قبل يومين، والفريق وصل الصبح بدري وخلص الشغل قبل المغرب. اللي عجبني إنهم ما اضطررت أتابعهم — كل خطوة كانت مرتبة مسبقاً.

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    نورة الحمادي قرية جميرا الدائرية
    ★★★★★

    The split-day option was something I had never been offered before. Packing on Thursday, moving on Friday morning before traffic built up. It meant I could go through everything calmly the evening before. The new apartment in JVC was completely sorted by Friday afternoon.

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    Lena and Omar S. JVC
    ★★★★★

    أول مرة أستخدم شركة نقل محترفة بهذا المستوى. شقتي في داون تاون وكنت خايف من موضوع تصريح إيمار ومواعيد المصعد. الكوردينيتر رتب كل شي ووصلني تأكيد قبل يوم النقل. الفريق وصل الساعة المحددة، لفوا كل شي صح، وما أخذ النقل أكثر من خمس ساعات. راضي جداً وأنصح فيهم.

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    عبدالرحمن الشحي داون تاون دبي
    ★★★★★

    Fourth floor, no lift, older building in Bur Dubai. I told them upfront and they said they had done it many times. The crew was the right size for the weight, they wrapped everything before carrying it down, and the walls in the stairwell were untouched. Whatever they charge for that is worth it.

    V
    Vikram N. Bur Dubai
    ★★★★★

    Moving a 4BHK apartment in Dubai Marina with custom furniture and fragile art. I was specific about what I was worried about. He made a note of every item and every single one had been wrapped exactly as I had asked. That attention to concern is rare.

    C
    Carolyn and Khalid A. Palm Jumeirah

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    FAQS SECTION

    Frequently Asked Questions Apartment Moving in Dubai

    Everything you need to know before booking your move answered clearly, with no vague promises.

    Fill in the quote form on this page with your building, apartment size, destination, and preferred date. We respond within one hour. For 4BHK apartments or moves in buildings with complex access requirements, we may recommend a brief phone survey before confirming the final price.

    Yes. Once you confirm your booking, our coordinator contacts your current building management and your new building to obtain move-out and move-in permits, book the service elevator time slot, and arrange parking for the moving vehicle. We need your move confirmed at least 5 to 7 days before the date to allow sufficient lead time.

    Our standard service covers packing with materials, furniture dismantling where required, loading, protected transport in an enclosed vehicle, unloading, furniture reassembly, and item placement at your new apartment. Building coordination is included. Unpacking and arrangement is available as an add-on.

    Studio: 3-4 hours. 1BHK: 4-5 hours. 2BHK: 5-7 hours. 3BHK: 7-9 hours. 4BHK: full day. These are estimates including loading and transit; actual duration varies based on floor, elevator access, packing scope, and distance. We confirm an honest duration estimate with every quote.

    Yes. We operate 7 days a week. Many Dubai residents move on Fridays and Saturdays. Be aware that some buildings restrict Friday morning moves. Our coordinator confirms permitted moving hours with your building when coordinating access.

    Yes. We are familiar with the Emaar Community Portal permit process, service elevator booking requirements, and DEWA connection requirements that apply to move-in approvals in Emaar buildings. Our coordinator manages this process directly.

    Double-walled cartons, bubble wrap, packing paper, stretch film, moving blankets, wardrobe boxes, and corner and edge protectors. All materials are included in the packing service cost.

    For studios and 1BHK: 3-5 days. For 2BHK and 3BHK: 5-7 days. For 4BHK or complex buildings: 1-2 weeks. For month-end or peak season (Oct-March), book as early as possible as service elevator slots are competitive.

    Yes. If there is a gap between your move-out and move-in date, we can store your belongings in our clean, monitored storage facilities in Dubai and deliver on your confirmed date. [→ Storage Services Dubai]

    Yes. Floor protection runners are applied in main corridors, lift lobbies, and entrance areas as standard. Corner and door frame protectors are used in tight passages to protect your belongings and building common areas.

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