One of the most frustrating outcomes after a move is discovering scratches in your hardwood floors or scuffs in freshly-painted walls — damage that could have been entirely prevented. Floor protection is one of the areas where professional movers make the biggest difference. Here’s exactly how Cheep Cheep Movers protects your floors on every Twin Cities job.

Why Floor Protection Matters

Hardwood floors, luxury vinyl plank, engineered wood, and tile are all vulnerable to damage from moving equipment and heavy furniture.

Replacing or refinishing damaged flooring in Minneapolis typically runs $3-6 per square foot. Even a small damaged area can cost hundreds to repair.

Floor protection isn’t optional — it’s how professional movers operate on every job.

Ram Board and Cardboard Runners

We lay Ram Board or heavy cardboard runners along all high-traffic paths before moving begins: entryways, hallways, main paths between rooms.

These protective surfaces take the scratching and scuffing from constant foot traffic and equipment wheels so your floor doesn’t.

Runners are placed before the first piece of furniture moves — protection starts at the very beginning of the job.

Furniture Pads Under Dollies and Sliders

The wheels of dollies and the feet of sliders can mark floors even when they’re designed to be floor-friendly.

We place furniture pads or felt protectors under every wheel and furniture foot before any horizontal movement across finished floors.

Door Frame Protectors

Door frames are vulnerable to gouges when large items are carried through — it happens in an instant.

We use foam-padded door frame protectors on every doorway along the move path. Standard practice on every Cheep Cheep Movers job — not an upgrade you have to request.

Floor Protection Tips for Homeowners

Clear delicate area rugs from the move path before movers arrive.

Point out any existing floor damage at the start of the job so there’s no confusion about pre-existing conditions.

If doing any portion of the move yourself, buy furniture sliders ($15-20 at any hardware store) before attempting to move heavy furniture across finished floors.

Ready to Move? Let’s Make It Easy.

At Cheep Cheep Movers, we make local moving in the Twin Cities affordable and stress-free. Whether you need a full-service move or just some extra muscle, we’re here to help.

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