011. Measure doors first
Sofa-bed jammed in a stairwell is the #1 small-apartment problem. Measure the door, hallway and the lift before moving day.
022. Rent a van + 1 helper, not a full crew
Most studios fit our 'Van + driver who helps' tier (€59 / 1 hr). You don't need 3 movers for 30 boxes.
033. Use vacuum bags for clothes & bedding
Cuts volume by 70%. Two suitcases worth of bedding fits in one bag.
044. Pack the kitchen first, unpack it first
Coffee on day one is non-negotiable. Pack the kitchen carefully, label it 'OPEN FIRST'.
055. Disassemble the bed BEFORE the team arrives
Saves 20 minutes of paid time. Keep all screws in one labelled zip-bag taped to the headboard.
066. Clear the path
Move smaller items to the door area before the truck arrives. Movers carry full boxes, not your stress.
077. Tip in cash if you're happy
Not required, but €10–€20 per mover for a job well done is appreciated everywhere in Cyprus.
Key takeaway
Measure, shrink, prep. A clean studio move can be done in under 90 minutes.