Packing and disassembly are different tasks. Identify the items and who handles each step.
Will you pack the boxes or do you want the company to do it? Resolve this before comparing proposals. “Full move” does not by itself explain who supplies materials, protects each piece, takes furniture apart or reassembles it at the destination.
For overland moves governed by Spanish Law 15/2009, Article 74.1 places loading, unloading, assembly, disassembly, packing, unpacking and placement of goods on the carrier unless expressly agreed otherwise. If you will take on any of these tasks, check that the agreement is clear in the proposal.
Assign tasks by item
For large furniture, specify which pieces will travel intact and which need disassembly, leaving those needing review unresolved. Identify pieces using the same names as in the inventory. “Main bedroom wardrobe” avoids confusion with another wardrobe of similar size.
| Task | What to agree on |
|---|---|
| Boxes | Who packs them and who supplies the materials |
| Protection | Which objects are protected and what is included |
| Disassembly | Specific pieces and feasibility review |
| Assembly | Pieces to be assembled and planned location |
| Final clearing | Which packaging is removed afterwards, if agreed |
If assembly at the destination depends on the space’s dimensions, share that information with the company. Being able to transport a piece of furniture does not show that it can be installed where you intended. If you do not yet know the layout, leave assembly awaiting confirmation.
Items that need their own discussion
Describe fragile, special or difficult-to-handle items. Ask what preparation the company requires and what it can take on. Do not interpret a packing checkbox in the calculator as acceptance of any item or procedure. The actual scope must appear in the professional proposal.
Before the agreed day, review your own task list. If you have not finished packing boxes or decide to add an item, communicate the change. Avoid leaving it as a note the company may not have seen in the inventory link. Ask for confirmation of the update and its effect on the work, dates and quote.