What else should I consider when I ship my bedroom furniture?

• <div><p>You should consider the time needed to clean and prepare your bedroom set for transit. A few days before moving, vacuum, dust, and clean your furniture with a mild cleaning solution. Depending on the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/4-services-you-didnt-know-movers-offer.htm">movers and the services</a> you pick, you might need to pre-pack the mattress and box spring in boxes designed for beds and disassemble some furniture by removing doors and hardware. Finally, don’t forget to take plenty of pictures documenting the pre-move condition in case you need to file a claim.</p></div>

How much does furniture reupholstery cost?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/it-worth-cost-reupholster-old-furniture.htm">Furniture reupholstery costs</a> vary based on many factors, but most projects cost between <b>$350 and $1,100</b>, with an average price of <b>$700 per piece</b>. Some factors that affect the price of furniture reupholstery include:</p><ul><li><p>Size of the piece</p></li><li><p>Current condition of the material </p></li><li><p>Materials used</p></li><li><p>Age of your furniture</p></li><li><p>Additional furniture repairs</p></li><li><p>Number of pieces of furniture </p></li><li><p>Your location and whether or not the work is done on-site</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Is it better to reupholster or replace furniture?

• <div><p>In most cases, it is more affordable to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/consider-reupholstery-instead-new-furniture.htm">reupholster furniture than it is to replace it</a>, but it depends on the quality and age of the furniture you’re considering getting reupholstered. Antique pieces are always worth reupholstering, as it’s the only way to preserve the piece and extend its life. Newer pieces of furniture are more often made using lower-quality materials like medium-density fiberboard or plywood that don’t have the same lifespan as things like hardwood. For newer pieces, your furniture reupholstery specialist should be able to help you determine the best course of action.</p></div>

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Q: What should I look for in a professional upholsterer?

• <div><p>When hiring an upholsterer, look for a pro with experience in your chair type, positive reviews, and a portfolio of completed projects. Ask about their process, timeline, warranty, and whether they are insured. Getting multiple quotes from reupholsterers in your area and checking their references can help ensure quality and fair pricing.</p></div>

Q: Can I supply my own fabric for chair reupholstery?

• <div><p>Many upholsterers allow you to provide your own fabric, which can help control costs and ensure you get the exact style you want. Some upholsterers offer a selection of fabrics to choose from, while others may require you to purchase it at a fabric store. Be sure to check with your upholsterer about fabric suitability, required yardage, and any additional fees for using customer-supplied materials.</p></div>

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Last update on November 08, 2025

Reviewed in September 2025
Mickey did an outstanding job on rugs and furniture. He was on time, polite, and did exactly what I hired him to do.
The Carpet Cleaner
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Reviewed in July 2024
They called and set a time and was here on time removed the furniture . Would recommend them to friends and family
J&J Junk Away
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Reviewed in June 2024
Terrence, team leader, was very professional and made sure that our furniture was handled properly. He was thorough in his explanation of costs. Excellent team leader. Despite my initial negative experience with All My Sons moving showing up 5 hours late because a driver failed to show up,...
All My Sons Moving & Storage
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Reviewed in March 2021
Crocker was on time and made quick work of moving some old office furniture out and helped bring in the new. Great work and would call them again for any type of move.
Crocker Moving Services
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Reviewed in November 2020
Awesome experience! The movers were on time and moved all of our furniture. IN THE RAIN! I thought they were going to cancel because of the weather, but they did not. They lifted a lot of heavy furniture and placed it exactly where I wanted it without leaving a scratch on any of my walls! They...
Motivated Movers of Birmingham
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Reviewed in October 2015
Amy's came in and took inventory of what there was to do. They explained the process and expected time frame to me, which helped out tremendously for me to be able to work my errands and things around their visit. Them moved a lot of the furniture to ensure detailed work. It only took about an...
Amy's Cleaning Service
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Reviewed in January 2014
Veterans, represented by Brandon, arrived on schedule. Brandon was professional and very respectful...he embodied a desire to please. If I were to mold the perfect service person, it would be Brandon. He set up his equipment which required a hose and electrical cord from the outside. He...
Veterans Cleaning Solutions, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2013
Tony the carpet technician-set up , applied some chemicals to the steam and started cleaning. We had them come out at least four other times and have been very happy each time. One visit i had them clean furniture.
FusionCRS Cleaning & Restoration Services
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Reviewed in January 2013
He is extremely honest and a very admirable character. The table is beautiful and is one of the nicest peices of furniture I have. The quality of the table is phenomenal, and I would have never been able to buy something so nice. I would recommend
PREMIER COUNTERTOPS SOLUTIONS
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