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Bedsitters · studios · 1 to 3-bedroom flats

Apartment Movers in Nairobi for Flats and Bedsitters

KejaPal are apartment movers in Nairobi who know the stairs, lifts and caretakers that make flat moves tricky. We move bedsitters, studios and family apartments quickly and carefully, with a clear price agreed before the day.

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  • Stairs and no-lift buildings handled with care
  • Caretaker and lift bookings arranged with you
  • Pickup or small truck for bedsitters
Apartment movers in Nairobi carrying a wrapped wardrobe along an apartment corridor

Moving out of a flat is a different job from moving out of a house. The truck often parks far from the door. The lift may be small, slow or locked. Meanwhile, neighbours still need the stairs, and the caretaker wants the move finished before dark.

We plan around all of that. As a result, most bedsitter and one-bedroom moves finish in half a day, and most two and three-bedroom flats finish in one day.

Common problems

Why apartment moves in Nairobi need a different plan

Three things decide how long a flat move takes: the floor, the lift and the distance from the door to the truck. A fourth-floor unit with no lift can double the carrying time for any apartment movers in Nairobi. So our survey always asks about those points first.

  • Floor and stairs. We count the floors and check the width of each turn, because sofas and fridges often get stuck on landings.
  • Lift. If there is a lift, we ask the caretaker to book it for us and protect its walls with blankets.
  • Parking. Some blocks only allow a truck inside the gate at certain hours, so we plan the arrival time around that.
  • Building rules. Many apartments need a clearance letter from the landlord before the gate lets the truck out. We remind you to get it early.

Common problems

What our apartment movers in Nairobi do

A flat move uses the same careful steps as a house move, only in a tighter space.

  1. Protect the route. First, we lay blankets in the lift and on tight corners of the stairs.
  2. Pack the small things. Next, kitchen items, clothes and books go into boxes with room labels.
  3. Take apart big furniture. Beds, wardrobes and dining tables come apart so they fit through doors and stairwells.
  4. Carry and load. Two-person carries move heavy pieces down the stairs, while others load the truck below.
  5. Deliver and rebuild. After that, we carry everything up at the new building and rebuild the furniture.

Many of our apartment movers in Nairobi have worked in the busiest blocks in Kilimani, South C, Kasarani and Roysambu. They know how to turn a three-seater on a narrow landing without scraping a wall.

Furniture

Bedsitter and studio moves

A bedsitter usually holds a bed, a small sofa or two chairs, a fridge, a cooker, a TV and about ten to fifteen boxes. That fits in a pickup or a small 1.5-tonne truck. Two or three movers can then finish the job in three to four hours. That makes bedsitters the quickest jobs our apartment movers in Nairobi do.

If you only have a few items, our small and budget moves keep the cost down further. You can also hire a pickup with a driver and helper if you prefer to do some lifting yourself.

Furniture

Moving a 1, 2 or 3-bedroom apartment

Larger flats have more furniture and more boxes, so the crew and truck grow too. Apartment moving in Nairobi also takes longer when both buildings are on high floors. In general, a one-bedroom flat needs three movers and a 3-tonne truck. A two-bedroom flat needs four movers and a 3 to 5-tonne truck. Finally, a three-bedroom flat needs five or six movers and a larger truck.

Higher floors with no lift, long walks to the truck and full packing add to the cost. See our moving cost guide for more detail.

Movers carrying a wrapped sofa out of an apartment block to a truck
Wrapped furniture goes out first, while the lift is free and the parking bay is clear.

Some routes come up again and again. For example, young professionals leave bedsitters in Kahawa, Roysambu and Zimmerman for one-bedroom flats in Kilimani, Kileleshwa and Westlands. Later, many of the same people move to two or three-bedroom apartments in Syokimau, Kitengela, Ruaka and Thindigua, where rent buys more space.

Each route has its own traffic pattern. Moves along Thika Road are easiest before 7 am or after 10 am. By contrast, Mombasa Road and Ngong Road are slow for most of the morning. Our apartment movers in Nairobi plan the start time around those patterns, so the truck is not stuck in a jam with your belongings inside.

We also move people into Nairobi apartments from other towns. In that case, we load upcountry, drive overnight or early morning and unload when the building opens. Our long-distance moving page explains how we plan those trips.

Furniture that often will not fit

Large sofas, king-size beds and solid wardrobes cause the most trouble in flats. A sofa that came in through a balcony door may not leave the same way. So we measure the biggest pieces during the survey and decide in advance how each one will travel.

Often the answer is simple: we remove the legs, take off the back cushions or split a sectional sofa into parts. In other cases, the item must come apart completely and go back together upstairs. If a piece truly cannot fit, we tell you early, so you can sell it or give it away rather than pay to move it.

Common problems

Safety on the stairs

Stairs are where most injuries and damage happen during a flat move. Therefore our crew always carries heavy items with two or more people, uses lifting straps for fridges and cookers, and never rushes a corner. We also keep children and other residents off the stairs while big pieces come down. If the stairs are wet or dark, we wait, add a light or dry the steps first.

Apartment & Bedsitter Moves

Working with caretakers and landlords

Most delays in apartment moves have nothing to do with the furniture. Instead, they come from gates, keys and paperwork. So a few days before the move, please check these points with both buildings:

  • Which hours moving is allowed, including weekends.
  • Whether the lift needs booking, a key or a deposit.
  • Where the truck can park and for how long.
  • Whether the gate needs a clearance letter or a signed form.
  • Whether service charges and water bills must be cleared first.

If you give us the caretaker's number, our crew lead can also call them the day before. In addition, keep your tenancy agreement handy. The Kenya Law website has the main landlord and tenant laws if you need to check your rights about deposits.

Apartment & Bedsitter Moves

Getting your deposit back

Landlords usually inspect the flat after you leave. Marks on walls, a dirty oven or a broken fitting can reduce your deposit. Our crew protects door frames and walls while carrying furniture out. After that, you can book our move-out cleaning to leave the unit spotless for the inspection.

Take photos of every room once it is empty and clean. Then send them to your landlord with the date, so there is a clear record of the condition you left it in.

Apartment & Bedsitter Moves

Tips for a smooth flat move in Nairobi

  • Measure your large sofa and the new building's lift before moving day.
  • Pack the kitchen two or three days early and eat simple meals in the meantime.
  • Keep one box of cleaning items, toilet paper and a kettle for the first night.
  • Label each box with the room and a short list of what is inside.
  • Move on a weekday morning if you can, because lifts and stairs are quieter then.

Ready to plan your move? Send us your details. Our apartment movers in Nairobi will call you back with a plan and a written price.

Costs and pricing

How we agree the price of apartment movers in Nairobi

Every quote for apartment movers in Nairobi is prepared after we have assessed the job. For example, stairs, heavy items, packing and distance all change the work involved. Therefore we look first, quote second and agree the price with you third. Moreover, if you want to reduce the cost, we suggest practical options, such as packing some boxes yourself or choosing a quieter date. In short, you stay in control of the scope and the cost.

Get started

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Tell us what you are moving and where, and our move coordinator will call you back within one working day to plan it with you.

  • Clear, itemised written quote
  • Packing, transport and setting up from one team
  • Careful crew, padded and wrapped furniture

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move a bedsitter in Nairobi?

It depends on the size of the move, the distance, access such as stairs and lifts, and any packing or special items. We assess the job by survey or video call, then agree the final price with you in a written quote.

Do you move apartments with no lift?

Yes. Many Nairobi blocks have no lift, so we plan extra hands for the stairs. We also take apart large furniture so it turns safely on the landings.

Can you move me on the same day I call?

Sometimes. Same-day moves depend on crew and truck availability, so call early in the morning. Month-end dates are the hardest to get at short notice.

Do I need a clearance letter to move out?

Many apartment buildings ask for one before the gate lets a moving truck leave. Ask your landlord or agent for it a few days before the move.

Can you carry a fridge down the stairs?

Yes. We empty and defrost it the day before, then carry it upright with straps. Once it reaches the new flat, let it stand for a few hours before you switch it on.

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