Luxury
Upper East Side Movers
Upper East Side's trusted luxury moving company specializing in high-rise relocations, fine art handling, and white-glove service for Manhattan's most prestigious neighborhood.
Why Upper East Side Residents Choose Us
Moving in the Upper East Side requires white-glove service, art expertise, and understanding luxury building protocols. We excel in all three.
White-Glove Excellence
UES residents expect the highest service standards. We deliver premium, personalized moving with meticulous attention to every detail.
Fine Art & Antique Experts
Museum Mile's trusted movers. Museum-quality handling for valuable art collections, antiques, and luxury furnishings with comprehensive insurance.
Luxury Building Specialists
Expert coordination with UES's most demanding doorman buildings. We handle all protocols, insurance, and building requirements seamlessly.
Luxury High-Rise & Doorman Buildings
The Upper East Side's prestigious high-rises feature doorman service, service elevators, and strict building protocols. Our team coordinates seamlessly with building staff, manages elevator reservations, meets insurance requirements, and provides the professional service UES buildings expect.
Museum-Quality Art & Antique Handling
The Upper East Side, home to the Metropolitan Museum, Guggenheim, and top galleries, has New York's finest private art collections. We provide museum-quality care with custom crating, climate-controlled transport, professional handling techniques, and comprehensive insurance coverage for your most valuable pieces.
Complete Upper East Side Moving Services
From luxury high-rise relocations to fine art moves, we provide white-glove service for every aspect of Upper East Side moving.
White Glove Moving
Premium concierge service for luxury UES residences. Complete packing, setup, and personalized coordination for stress-free relocations.
Learn MoreFine Art Moving
Museum-quality care for UES art collectors. Custom crating, climate control, and expert handling for valuable collections.
Learn MoreAntique & Luxury Moving
Specialized handling for antique furniture, designer pieces, and valuable collectibles with custom crating and expert care.
Learn MoreLuxury Residential Moving
Expert moving for UES high-rises and luxury residences. Professional coordination with doorman buildings and co-op boards.
Learn MorePremium Packing Service
Full-service packing with luxury materials. Professional care for designer clothing, fine china, and valuable belongings.
Learn MoreClimate-Controlled Storage
Secure storage for luxury belongings, art, and antiques. Museum-quality climate control with flexible terms.
Learn MoreUpper East Side Moving FAQ
Get answers to common questions about luxury moving in the Upper East Side from our experienced team.
What makes Upper East Side moving different from other Manhattan neighborhoods?
The Upper East Side is Manhattan's most prestigious residential neighborhood, featuring luxury high-rises with doorman buildings, strict building protocols, and high-value residences. Most UES buildings have rigorous move-in requirements including specific elevator schedules, COI with high coverage limits, building deposits, and white-glove expectations. The neighborhood is home to valuable art collections, antiques, and luxury furnishings requiring museum-quality handling. Our team specializes in meeting the exacting standards of UES buildings and residents.
How much does it cost to hire Upper East Side movers?
Upper East Side moving costs typically range from $1,200-$6,000+ depending on residence size, building requirements, floor level, and the value of items requiring special handling. Luxury high-rises with extensive protocols and valuable belongings often require additional services. Factors affecting price include: apartment square footage, art and antique handling, packing services, building fees and deposits, insurance requirements, and storage needs. We provide detailed, transparent quotes with all costs clearly outlined.
Do Upper East Side buildings have strict moving requirements?
Yes, Upper East Side luxury buildings typically have the strictest moving requirements in Manhattan. Common requirements include: Certificate of Insurance with $2-5 million coverage, advance elevator reservations (2-4 weeks notice), restricted move times (usually weekdays 9am-4pm), building deposits ($500-$2,000), comprehensive building protection, doorman coordination, and sometimes board approval. At Avant-Garde Moving, we're experienced with even the most demanding UES buildings and handle all requirements seamlessly.
Can you handle high-value art and antiques common in Upper East Side homes?
Absolutely! The Upper East Side, home to Museum Mile, has one of the highest concentrations of art collectors and antique owners in the world. We specialize in fine art moving with museum-quality standards, custom crating for valuable pieces, climate-controlled transportation, professional art handling techniques, and comprehensive insurance coverage. Many UES collectors and galleries trust us with their most valuable pieces, from paintings to sculptures to delicate antiques.
How do you coordinate with doorman buildings and concierge services?
Upper East Side doorman buildings require professional coordination. We handle all aspects including: advance notification to doorman and building management, scheduling service elevator reservations, coordinating building protection installation, managing delivery timing, maintaining professional interactions with staff, and ensuring all building protocols are followed. Our uniformed crews understand the white-glove service expectations of luxury UES buildings.
What insurance do you provide for luxury Upper East Side moves?
We provide comprehensive insurance specifically designed for luxury Upper East Side relocations. This includes: Certificate of Insurance with up to $5 million coverage (meeting even the strictest building requirements), full-value protection for high-value items, specialized coverage for fine art and antiques, and additional liability protection. Our insurance is included with every move and meets all UES building requirements. We also offer supplemental coverage for exceptionally valuable collections.
How far in advance should I book Upper East Side movers?
We recommend booking 3-4 weeks in advance for Upper East Side moves, especially during peak season. Many luxury UES buildings require 2-3 weeks advance notice for elevator reservations and move approvals. This timeline also allows for proper planning of art handling, coordination with building management, processing of building deposits, and securing necessary permits. For last-minute luxury moves, call us - we maintain relationships with many UES buildings and can often accommodate urgent needs.
Do you offer white-glove service for Upper East Side residents?
Yes, white-glove service is our specialty on the Upper East Side! Our premium service includes: complete packing with luxury materials, custom crating for valuables, professional furniture disassembly and reassembly, art hanging and installation services, unpacking and organization in your new residence, debris removal, and dedicated move coordinator. We provide the highest level of personalized service that UES residents expect and deserve.
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