A furniture piece can fit perfectly in its final position and still be impossible to turn through the hallway. Access checks need to follow the whole route in the item’s packed or agreed transport condition. Measure before committing to a delivery date.
Follow the item, not just the people
Include gate openings, outside steps, doors, stair turns, landings and the final room entrance. Note low ceilings and fixed obstacles. A lift needs door and cabin measurements, as well as its permitted load and any building booking rules.
Allow for packing and safe grip
Protective material can increase dimensions, and the team needs space to hold and manoeuvre the item. Do not assume unpacking on the pavement or removing a door is an acceptable solution. Share photos with measurements so an alternative can be assessed.
Prepare the destination
Clear the carry route and final position. Confirm protection requirements with the building manager and have an authorised recipient available. Any changes to room, access or furniture configuration should be reported before the crew leaves for collection.
Access review establishes what can be carried safely. It is not a promise to deliver through every staircase or to alter the property.