Moving house with a waterbed: how to move a waterbed
When transporting your waterbed, there are a few things to be aware of. We show you step by step how to empty a water mattress and transport it to your new home.
28.06.2023
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1. Can I move my waterbed myself?
In short, you can move your waterbed yourself. However, you should consider the following:
Moving house with a waterbed is more demanding than with a conventional bed.
Moving a waterbed can be time-consuming.
It’s possible that the move may cause damage to the water mattress.
If you want to minimize your effort and avoid damage, it makes sense to get professionals to help. Specialized moving companies have experience in handling waterbeds and can make moving house easier.
2. Waterbed moving service: how much does moving house with a waterbed cost?
In Switzerland, some moving companies specialize in transporting waterbeds. The cost varies depending on the company. Transporting a waterbed usually costs a few hundred francs, so it makes sense to request several quotes and compare the service offered.
Compare waterbed transport services
You can request and compare several moving quotes from our moving partner topmovers. In the message field, indicate that you want to transport a waterbed.
3. Moving house with a waterbed: what do I need?
To be able to empty, dismantle and transport the waterbed, you need various tools. Check the instructions of your waterbed to see what materials you need for disassembly. For the move you usually need:
Waterbed pump and hose for emptying the water mattress
Towels for soaking up excess water
Blankets and straps for transport.
4. How do I empty my waterbed?
To properly empty your water mattress, read the manufacturer's instructions. The procedure may vary from one waterbed to another. As a general rule, you can empty the waterbed by following these steps:
Switch off the heating system
Connect the water pump according to the instructions for use
Empty the waterbed completely
Close the valve quickly so that no air enters the waterbed
Plan enough time for emptying the waterbed. Depending on the size of your bed, it may take a few hours. Use towels or rags to soak up excess water and keep the area dry.
5. How do I transport my waterbed when moving house?
Has the waterbed been emptied and dismantled? Then it’s ready for transport. Disassemble the waterbed according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Bring the waterbed mattress separately to the new apartment, for example by car or rental van. Make sure that the wave control material does not slip out of place. Protect the mattress with blankets or other fabrics – this will help avoid damage to the vinyl.
6. Filling a water mattress after moving house: how do I do it?
To properly empty the bed, read the manufacturer’s instructions. As a general rule, you can empty the waterbed by following these steps:
Position the bladder(s)
Disinfect the hose and fill with lukewarm tap water
Add conditioner and de-aerate the bladder(s)
