English-Friendly Moving Services in Prague

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Expect Nothing. Embrace Everything.

Build your network, accept that mistakes will happen and allow the excitement of the experience to balance its frustrations.

— David Rankin, VisaForce

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We’re always happy to accept furniture that is still in good condition and ready to find a new home through our charity shop. Simply email a few photos to info@nabytkovafarma.cz so we can confirm whether we can take it. If it’s suitable, we’ll gladly collect it in our small truck. We speak English, so arranging a donation is easy. You can also find more information at www.charitystore.cz.

— Zuzana, Nábytková Farma

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Don’t rush into signing a lease or paying a deposit before you’ve verified both the property and the landlord. If you’d rather avoid that process, using a trusted rental platform like Flatio can provide additional peace of mind.

— Jitka Pálešová, Flatio

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After moving, check whether your new address must be reported to the Czech Ministry of the Interior. The deadline and required documents depend on your residency status, so confirm the rules before your move and keep your passport, residence permit, new lease and proof of accommodation ready.

— Hany Vanerová, Top Visa

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Do not overlook the inside of the oven, range hood filters, the refrigerator, window tracks, sills and blinds. These details are frequently inspected during the formal handover.

— Cleanwork24

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Contact the receiving organization before arranging a large donation, because acceptance can depend on the item’s condition, available space and transportation requirements.

— Jan Dominik, Sue Ryder

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Large pieces (such as beds, wardrobes, three-seat sofas, and large tables) are generally better disassembled before moving. Smaller items, including chests of drawers, chairs, small bookcases, and shoe cabinets, can usually be moved without disassembly.

— Jan Pekník, Handyman

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When you rent an apartment out, we advise you to arrange a liability insurance. For about CZK 130 a month you'll have peace of mind even if you damage the floor, or flood your neighbor's apartment, etc.

— Blažena Polahárová, Owner

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Before returning a rental apartment, fill holes properly, match the paint finish, and replace yellowed silicone around sinks and bathtubs. These small details commonly cause deposit deductions but can often be fixed in one visit.

— Roman Buchtajev, Handyman

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My flat rate of 1,450 Kč includes the first hour of labour, travel, and parking. Additional time is 490 Kč per hour, so it makes sense to prepare a list and combine several small tasks into one visit.

— Josef “Pepe” Vejlupek, Handyman

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Declutter Before Moving Day

Moving is an ideal opportunity to declutter. Sort out unwanted items before moving day to save time, reduce costs, and make settling into your new home easier. Start packing early, label each box by room, and keep documents, medications, chargers, and a change of clothes in a separate essentials bag. If needed, a professional moving team can also handle the packing for you.

— Radek Vavřík, Move Now

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Moving? Sure. But also where to, exactly?

Most people know to report their new address to the foreign police after moving. That part is a formality. Where exactly you settle, though, can affect other things too. Whether your child gets a spot at the nearest school can depend on your address when you enrol them. Not every street may qualify for a parking permit either. Details like these are best planned for in advance.

— Aleš, Expatea

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Get a More Accurate Moving Estimate

When requesting a moving estimate, provide the pickup and delivery addresses, floor numbers, elevator access, parking conditions, approximate amount of furniture and boxes, and details of any unusually heavy items. The more information the mover receives beforehand, the more accurate the price and time estimate will be.

— Vasilij Melnik

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Choose the Right Storage Unit

To avoid paying for more space than you need, disassemble furniture and stack compatible items. Choose a unit based on your largest pieces, then use the gaps and space above them. Protect textiles, books and other vulnerable belongings from humidity in sealed plastic bags or boxes, and never store food.

— Dominika, Super Storage

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Renters Insurance Moves with You

If your landlord requires insurance, you may not need full flat insurance. Renters insurance can provide CZK 1–50 million in coverage for around CZK 800–2,000 per year. Because the policy is attached to you rather than the property, it can continue to cover you when you move.

— Nicolas Griss, Co-Founder of Profi Expats

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Your Landlord’s Insurance Doesn’t Cover Everything

Many tenants assume their landlord’s insurance also protects their belongings, but it generally covers the building and the owner’s fixed property—not your possessions or liability. Consider three areas: your belongings, liability to your landlord and third-party liability. Check the limits, exclusions, deductible and whether rented-property liability is included.

— Michaela Lesnak, Czech Insurance Specialist

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Send clear photos for a more accurate quote

Before requesting an estimate, photograph everything that needs to be removed, including larger or heavier items separately. Mention the floor, elevator availability, property access and nearby parking so the company can provide a more accurate quotation without an initial visit.

— Daniel Fibinger, Owner