Pre-Apartment Move 1) First, dispose of or donate any unwanted items. You can hire a junk removal company or donate items to a thrift store. 2) Make a checklist of items to be moved. Take note of items like large appliances and sofas that are too heavy or awkward to move yourself. Then enlist a friend or family member to help move them. 3) Take measurements of your exits, entryways, and large furniture. This way you can determine which items will fit through the doorway and which will need to be disassembled. Disassembling Your Furniture... Bed Frame 1) Bedding: First completely strip the bed and place all bedding in a moving box.  2) Base & Mattress: Remove the base and mattress which will be wrapped in a protective mattress bag. 3) Footboard & Headboard: Once these have been removed it is time to unscrew the headboard and footboard from the bed-frame. Be sure to mark the top of the bolt or screw with a piece of colored tape. Then mark the corresponding hole with the same colored piece of tape. 4) Slats: If the bed does not have a base then it is likely a slat bed frame. Some slat frames can simply be rolled up while others will require you to unscrew each slat individually. Couch 1) Remove all upholstery including cushions, pillows, and arm covers. 2) Remove the arms from your couch by unscrewing all screws with a Phillips head screwdriver. 3) Remove the frame from the seat itself using a Phillips head screwdriver. Once you have removed all six screws (three on each side) the front side of the sofa should lift right off. 4) If the couch has legs, unscrew them with the screwdriver to shave off another six inches or so from the total dimensions. While you may be tempted to save money on your move by disassembling and moving items yourself, the associated stress and risk of damage is not worth it. Instead, let our NYC movers do the hard work for you. Our NYC movers are expertly trained in the assembly, disassembly, and transportation of furniture so you can sit back and relax while we take care of your move. Discover the cost of your NYC move using our free move estimate tool now!