🚛 Moving in a High-Rise? Here's How to Plan Your Elevator Time Like a Pro!

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f you're moving into (or out of) a high-rise apartment or condo, there’s one major detail you don’t want to leave to chance: elevator time.

At Friendly City Movers, we’ve helped hundreds of residents move in and out of buildings across the city — and trust us, nothing slows down a move like a full elevator, a missing reservation, or trying to squeeze a couch in while someone else is headed to the gym.

Here’s our friendly, professional guide on how to plan your elevator time efficiently and keep your move running like clockwork.

🏢 1. Talk to Your Building Management — Early

Most high-rise buildings require you to reserve the service elevator ahead of time. Some buildings even have rules like:

Limited move-in/move-out hours
A set number of daily bookings
Requirement for proof of insurance from your moving company (we’ve got that covered!)

📅 Pro tip: Try to book at least 2–3 weeks in advance, especially if you're moving at the end or beginning of the month — the busiest time for elevator usage.

⏰ 2. Estimate How Much Time You’ll Need

Every move is different, but a good elevator reservation should account for:

Loading time (from your unit to the elevator)
Elevator travel time (especially if you’re on a high floor)
Unloading at the truck or your new place

Here’s a quick reference:

Move Size	Estimated Elevator Time Needed
Studio/1BR	1.5 – 2 hours
2 Bedroom	2.5 – 3 hours
3+ Bedroom	4 hours or more

Need help estimating? We’re happy to walk you through it during your booking call.

👥 3. Coordinate with Other Residents (if possible)

If your building doesn’t have a reservation system, ask your neighbors or management if anyone else is moving on the same day. Elevator congestion can turn a 2-hour move into a 5-hour one.

We also recommend avoiding building rush hours:

Morning (7–9 AM)
Lunch (12–1 PM)
Evening (5–7 PM)

📦 4. Stage Items Near the Elevator for Speed

To get the most out of your reserved time:

Break down furniture ahead of time
Pack items in stackable boxes or containers
Use rolling dollies or carts (we bring them!)
Clear pathways in your apartment

We’ll handle the heavy lifting, but having everything ready to go cuts down elevator trips and helps us work faster.

📲 5. Use Tech to Stay on Schedule

There are some great moving apps out there that can help you:

Schedule your elevator time
Create a moving day timeline
Send alerts to your helpers or building staff

We’re even developing a Friendly City Movers Elevator Planner App — stay tuned! (Want early access? Let us know!)

🧡 Final Thoughts from the Friendly Team

Elevator planning might not be the most exciting part of your move — but it can make or break your timeline. The good news? With a little prep and a great moving team (that’s us!), your high-rise move can be smooth, stress-free, and right on schedule.

If you’re moving soon, give us a call — we’ll help you lock in your elevator time, load with care, and make moving day actually feel manageable.

Need help planning your next move?Contact Friendly City Movers today for a free quote and stress-free service. We’re here to lift your spirits (and your furniture)!

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