Furniture Lift · Switzerland

Narrow staircase.
High floor.
No problem.

Our furniture lift reaches up to 24 metres — so your sofa, wardrobe, or piano doesn't have to take the stairs.

  • Reaches up to the 8th floor — 24 metres
  • 400 kg load capacity per lift
  • Available standalone or as part of any full move
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24m
Maximum reach — up to the 8th floor
400kg
Load capacity per lift cycle
2x
Faster than carrying up stairs — every time
0
Scratches on walls, banisters, or furniture
When the staircase becomes the problem

Swiss buildings are beautiful.
Their staircases are not built for sofas.

  • Old Swiss buildings have narrow, winding staircases — large furniture simply doesn't fit
  • Carrying heavy items up multiple flights damages walls, banisters, and the furniture itself
  • More people carrying means more time, more risk, and a higher total moving cost
  • A piano, wardrobe, or large sofa going up to the 5th floor is not a problem you want to solve on moving day

A furniture lift solves all of this — quietly, quickly, and without a single scratch.

What our lift does

Built for Swiss buildings.
Operated by our team.

Reaches Up to 24 Metres

That's the 8th floor. Whether you're on the 2nd or the 7th, our lift reaches your window or balcony safely and securely.

400 kg Load Capacity

Sofas, wardrobes, washing machines, pianos — the lift handles everything up to 400 kg per cycle. No item is too heavy to lift safely.

Basket or Platform Configuration

The lift adapts to your load. Closed basket with side walls for smaller items and boxes. Open platform for large furniture pieces and awkward shapes.

No Damage to Walls or Furniture

When furniture goes up the outside of the building rather than through a stairwell, nothing gets scratched. Your new apartment stays in perfect condition from day one.

Significantly Faster Than Carrying

A lift cycle takes minutes. Carrying the same items up four flights takes much longer — and wears out your moving team before the day is done. The lift keeps everything moving at full speed.

Fully Operated by Our Team

You don't touch it. Our trained team sets up, operates, and dismantles the lift. All you need to provide is access to the building exterior or balcony.

How it works

Simple to arrange.
Even simpler on the day.

Tell Us Your Floor & Access Situation

Your floor number, window or balcony access, and what needs to be moved. We assess whether a lift is needed and include it in your quote automatically.

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We Handle Permits if Needed

In some locations a parking permit is required for the lift truck. We take care of this — you don't need to contact the municipality or worry about street access.

Moving Day — Set Up, Lift, Done

Our team arrives, sets up the lift in minutes, and gets to work. Large items go up on the outside while the rest of the team handles everything else inside.

Questions & Answers

Questions about
the furniture lift.

When do I actually need a furniture lift?
If your staircase is narrow, winding, or low-ceilinged, or if you're above the 3rd floor with large furniture to move — a lift is almost always worth it. We assess this during the on-site visit and recommend it whenever it saves time, reduces risk of damage, or is simply the only practical option.
Can you move a piano with the lift?
Yes. Upright pianos and grand pianos can be moved using the lift combined with specialist carrying equipment. We assess the piano type and your building access during the on-site visit and plan accordingly.
Does the lift need a parking space on the street?
Yes — the lift truck needs a clear space on the street or pavement directly below the window or balcony. In most Swiss municipalities we handle the parking permit on your behalf. Just let us know your address and we take care of it.
Can I hire the lift without booking a full move?
Yes. The furniture lift is available as a standalone service if you're doing your own move but have a specific access challenge. Contact us with your address, floor, and what needs to be lifted — we'll send you a quote.
What if there's no balcony — only a window?
A window is sufficient in most cases. The lift platform aligns with the window opening and items are transferred directly through it. We assess the window size and position during the on-site visit to confirm feasibility.

High floor? Narrow staircase?
We have the answer.

Tell us your floor and access situation — we'll include the lift in your quote automatically.

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Aargau Ost

Industriestrasse 22, 5242 Lupfig

056 534 92 00

Aargau West

Rohrerstrasse 102, 5000 Aarau

062 887 30 00

Zürich

Riedtlistrasse 27, 8006 Zürich

044 350 77 00

Zug

Riedstrasse 3, 6330 Cham

041 282 30 00

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Seetalstrasse 13, 6020 Emmenbrücke

041 282 30 00

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Zurlindenstr. 21, 4133 Pratteln

061 521 00 10

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