Ras Al Khaimah is an emirate of distances: a traditional house in Khatt at the foot of the mountains, a flat in Al Hamra Village by the sea, a villa in Al Dhait in between. As home movers in Ras Al Khaimah we handle that range with full packing for every piece, because the mountain roads shake a load and coastal humidity damages wood and fabric. Al Basmah International Shipping packs, dismantles, moves and reassembles within the emirate and beyond, from AED 920 for a studio, with WhatsApp messages at every stage.
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Your House-Move Checklist
- Film the home and send it on WhatsApp.
- Decide what moves and what is sold or donated.
- Agree on full packing for crockery, clothes and delicate items.
- Clear the truck’s path to the door, especially at mountain homes.
- Keep papers and gold with you.
- Receive the new home assembled and arranged.
Between mountain and sea: why moving here is different
Moving from Al Nakheel to Khuzam is nothing like moving from Shamal to Al Marjan Island. In the older districts, houses are single-storey with wide courtyards and big iron gates, so loading is easy but the volume is large. The coast has towers and residential resorts with management rules, and the mountain areas have winding roads that need a well-strapped load and a driver who knows the gradients.
Coastal homes
Sea salt and humidity speed up rust and mould; metal and wood are sealed tight and fabrics kept dry.
Mountain homes
Steep up-and-down roads; the load is strapped and heavy pieces go at the bottom.
Traditional houses
Wide courtyards and lots of belongings; carton counts are estimated carefully at the survey.
Towers
Lift rules and moving hours; the date is coordinated with building management.
Traditional houses: courtyard, store and roof
In older Ras Al Khaimah homes, belongings are not measured by room count. The courtyard may hold an outdoor seating area, plastic tables, planters and barbecue gear, and the store room can keep years of things: old school boxes, fishing equipment, spare fans. On the roof we often find empty plastic tanks and old pieces of furniture.
At the survey we ask you to pan the camera over these three places before the rooms, because they are what change the estimate. Many families decide on seeing them in the video that half is not worth moving, which lightens the load and lowers the price.
Window air-conditioners and water heaters
Old window AC units are removed by a technician the day before the move, then wrapped and carried upright. Wall-mounted water heaters usually stay in the house as part of the fittings, unless they are yours and the landlord agrees you take them.
Neighbourhoods and areas we reach
| Side | Neighbourhoods and areas | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Old Ras Al Khaimah | Al Mamourah, Sidroh, North Al Dhait, Al Uraibi, Al Seer | Sometimes narrow streets; a mid-size truck works best |
| Al Nakheel side | Al Nakheel, Dafan Al Nakheel, South Al Dhait, Khuzam, Al Qurm | Villas and flats; comfortable access |
| Southern coast | Al Hamra Village, Al Jazirah Al Hamra, Mina Al Arab, Al Marjan Island | Towers and managed communities |
| North | Al Rams, Shaam, Shamal, Al Jeer | Ground-level homes and longer runs |
| Inland and mountains | Khatt, Al Ghail, Al Fahlain, Wadi Al Bih | Mountain roads; tight load strapping |
We also move from Ras Al Khaimah to Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman and the other emirates; for the general picture see home movers in the UAE.
Many Ras Al Khaimah residents work in Dubai or Sharjah and decide to move there, or the other way round. That trip usually runs along Emirates Road, and we plan it so the truck leaves before the morning build-up at the Sharjah approaches, leaving time to unload and assemble the same day.
How we run your move
- Survey: a WhatsApp video including the courtyard, store room and roof if anything is kept there.
- Route plan: for mountain homes or narrow streets we pick the right truck size.
- Price and date: on WhatsApp, with the agreed packing level stated.
- Full packing: each piece in the material that suits it, cartons numbered by room.
- Loading and strapping: heavy items at the bottom, straps between each layer.
- Arrival and assembly: unloading, beds and wardrobes rebuilt, cartons placed.
Full packing: what it actually means
Full packing means nothing leaves the house uncovered, from a teaspoon to a wardrobe. It is worth it in Ras Al Khaimah in particular, because the road between districts can run over steep stretches and homes near the sea need protection from humidity.
| Item | Material | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Plates and glasses | Wrapping paper and divided cartons | They take the vibration of a mountain road |
| Wooden furniture | Blankets, then stretch film | The blanket absorbs knocks; the film keeps moisture out |
| Table and sofa corners | Corner guards | Corners are the first thing scraped in doorways |
| Mirrors, glass and marble | Made-to-size wooden crates | Cardboard is not enough for large pieces |
| Mattresses and pillows | Sealed plastic covers | Protection from dust and damp |
| Clothes | Hanging cartons | They arrive without creases |
The kitchen first
We start with the kitchen because it holds the most small items. Pots and pans nest inside each other, and opened spices and tins are used up or thrown out before the move rather than leaking on the way. Free-standing gas cookers are disconnected from the cylinder, and a full cylinder never rides in the truck with the furniture.
Children’s and guest rooms
Children’s beds are dismantled, and small mattresses are wrapped together with each bed’s own bedding in one bag. The guest room is usually packed last and assembled last, since it is not used in the first days.
Towers, stairs and entrances
Towers in Al Hamra Village, Mina Al Arab and Al Marjan Island usually ask for notice of the moving date and a service lift booking. In older single-storey homes the inner door can be narrower than the wardrobe or sofa, which is where dismantling comes in. In two-storey homes with a tight internal staircase, large pieces are lowered with ropes and straps rather than carried down the steps.
- Ask tower management about permitted moving hours and where the truck should stand.
- Measure the inner door and corridor if you have a large sofa or a piano.
- Move cars away from the courtyard entrance on the day so the truck can reach the door.
- If there is a heavy safe in the house, mention it at the survey so we bring lifting gear.
At the new home
On arrival we unload in reverse order of loading, so cartons marked “open first” come off before the rest. Beds are assembled, wardrobes rebuilt and their doors adjusted, then sofas and tables placed where you point. We remove the film from the furniture in the new home and take the packing material away with us if you like.
If the new home needs repairs or painting before you move in, your belongings can wait in furniture storage in Ras Al Khaimah until it is ready.
Moving-day checklist
- Two weeks out: decide what you are taking, and sell or donate the rest.
- One week out: book the date and inform building management if there is one.
- Three days out: request final electricity and water readings.
- One day out: switch off the fridge and freezer, and empty or return the gas cylinder.
- Moving day: first-night bag, papers and gold with you, and a last look round the courtyard and roof.
Home moving prices in Ras Al Khaimah
These are starting prices for a move within Ras Al Khaimah, including a closed truck, crew, packing and bed and wardrobe dismantling and assembly:
| Home | Starts from |
|---|---|
| Studio | AED 920 |
| One-bedroom | AED 1,100 |
| Two-bedroom | AED 1,650 |
| Three-bedroom villa | AED 3,700 |
| Large traditional house, single item, office, or Ras Al Khaimah to another emirate or abroad | Send the details on WhatsApp and get your price |
What decides the price?
| Factor | In Ras Al Khaimah |
|---|---|
| Volume | Traditional homes with courtyards and stores hold more than their room count suggests |
| Floors and lifts | A tower with a service lift, or a two-storey house with narrow stairs |
| Distance | Al Mamourah to Khatt or Shamal is longer than a move within Al Nakheel |
| Packing level | Full packing is recommended for mountain roads and coastal homes |
| Dismantling | Large wardrobes, and kitchens on request |
| Timing | Holidays and month-end |
| Parking and permits | Courtyard entrances and tower hours |
Warning: Never put gas cylinders, fuel cans or pesticides in the truck with your furniture. They travel separately or are handed back before the move; mixing them with fabric and wood in the heat is a real hazard.
Tips for Ras Al Khaimah residents
- If your home is near the sea, unpack within two days at the new place so cartons do not trap moisture.
- In summer choose an early start; the road to the mountain areas is slower in midday heat.
- Photograph valuable furniture before packing and ask the team about optional insurance.
- Leave central air-conditioning as it is; the move covers furniture, not fixed installations.
- Keep large rubbish bags handy for things you decide to throw out while packing.
Sending urgent items by air
If a family member travels before the move is complete, suitcases, papers and light devices can go ahead by air freight to their destination outside the UAE, while the furniture follows by road or sea. For long-distance options see furniture moving in and out of Ras Al Khaimah, and for single or heavy pieces see furniture movers in Ras Al Khaimah.
Frequently asked questions
Do you move to Khatt, Al Ghail and the mountain areas?
Yes. We reach every mountain and inland area of Ras Al Khaimah and choose the truck size for the road to the house.
Is full packing necessary for a move within Ras Al Khaimah?
It is not compulsory, but it pays off on a mountain route, near the sea, or if you have a lot of glass and crockery.
Do you move from Ras Al Khaimah to Dubai or Sharjah?
Yes. Moves between emirates are available and priced once we know the volume and distance; send the details on WhatsApp.
Can you move a piano or an iron safe?
Yes, with suitable lifting gear, as long as it is mentioned at the survey.
Will you pack clothes and shoes?
Yes. Hanging clothes go into wardrobe cartons and shoes into their own cartons.
How long does a four-room traditional house take?
One to two days depending on what is in the courtyard and stores, which the video survey makes clear.
How do I follow the move?
You get WhatsApp messages when packing starts, when the truck sets off, on arrival and when assembly begins.
Home in the mountains or by the sea?
Send a video of your home on WhatsApp and we will come back with a moving plan and price.
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