{"id":13908,"date":"2023-11-20T14:38:03","date_gmt":"2023-11-20T14:38:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/?p=13908"},"modified":"2026-01-13T17:42:06","modified_gmt":"2026-01-13T17:42:06","slug":"how-to-move-a-treadmill","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/how-to-move-a-treadmill\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Ways to Move a Treadmill"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"bsf_rt_marker\"><\/div>\n<p>Are you counting down the days until your move? As your anticipated move date approaches, you\u2019re probably considering the logistics. Moving is exciting, but packing up all of your stuff can be a daunting task.&nbsp;<br><br>Perhaps your heavy furniture is starting to haunt you, and you\u2019re wondering how you will ever manage to move it. Fear no more, you\u2019re in the right place to learn how to move a treadmill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><ul><li><a href=\"#h-preparation\" >Preparation <\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-how-to-fold-your-treadmill\" >How To Fold Your Treadmill <\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-if-your-treadmill-won-t-fold-or-doesn-t-have-wheels\" >If Your Treadmill Won&#8217;t Fold Or Doesn&#8217;t Have Wheels&#8230;<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-how-to-move-a-treadmill-down-the-stairs\" >How To Move A Treadmill Down the Stairs<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-if-your-treadmill-can-t-be-disassembled\" >If Your Treadmill Can&#8217;t Be Disassembled&#8230;<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-how-to-load-a-treadmill-into-a-truck\" >How to Load a Treadmill into a Truck<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-alternative-options\" >Alternative Options<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-hiring-movers\" >Hiring Movers<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-diy-or-pros\" >DIY or Pros?<\/a><\/li><\/nav><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image aligncenter uagb-block-76daece4 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-center\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/10\/moving-a-treadmill-576x1024.png ,https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/10\/moving-a-treadmill.png 780w, https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/10\/moving-a-treadmill.png 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/10\/moving-a-treadmill-576x1024.png\" alt=\"Graphic reading &quot;Moving blog, the best ways to move a treadmill&quot;\" class=\"uag-image-13934\" width=\"506\" height=\"900\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><figcaption class=\"uagb-image-caption\">Save our post to Pinterest!<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-preparation\">Preparation <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is important to prepare when moving large furniture pieces, to avoid hiccups along the way. It will be helpful to have your treadmill manual on hand, as well as to measure the size of your doorways, to ensure you won\u2019t have trouble fitting your treadmill through it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-fold-your-treadmill\">How To Fold Your Treadmill <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After unplugging your treadmill you should check to see if it folds down.<br><br>Typically there is a bar underneath the belt that you can pull up on the treadmill until it locks in place. When it is locked, it will make a clicking sound. If you\u2019re more of a visual person, this<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=o0N-uJ-lz9U\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> video helps show how to fold your treadmill<\/a>.&nbsp;Some treadmills have wheels, and some do not. <br><br>If your treadmill has wheels, you will want to ensure you have a path cleared for it, and once it is folded you can roll it outside to your vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-if-your-treadmill-won-t-fold-or-doesn-t-have-wheels\">If Your Treadmill Won&#8217;t Fold Or Doesn&#8217;t Have Wheels&#8230;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A furniture dolly can be helpful for treadmills that do not fold or have wheels. You can rent one from companies like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/RentalItems\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">U-Haul <\/a>or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.homedepot.com\/c\/moving_supplies_equipment_rental\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Home Depot<\/a>.<br><br>Be sure to secure your treadmill with bungee cords or straps if you decide to use a dolly. You may also want to wrap the edges in something soft, such as a blanket, so it doesn\u2019t damage your walls if you bump into them. <br><br>You will likely need more than one person, as treadmills usually weigh a couple hundred pounds. Remember to lift with your legs, not your back!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-move-a-treadmill-down-the-stairs\">How To Move A Treadmill Down the Stairs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your treadmill is on the upper floor of your house or apartment, it will make things a little more difficult, but not impossible. You will most likely want to disassemble your treadmill if you are moving it down the stairs. Your manual should have instructions on this, or, if you don\u2019t have your manual, you can look it up online using the treadmill\u2019s serial number.&nbsp;<br><br>Remember to wrap each part of the disassembled treadmill in something soft to avoid damage. Make sure to label any small pieces or screws, so you know how to reassemble it later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-if-your-treadmill-can-t-be-disassembled\">If Your Treadmill Can&#8217;t Be Disassembled&#8230;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you can\u2019t disassemble your treadmill, you can use a dolly to move it down the stairs. Since dollies are designed for moving, they are easy to use on stairs.\u00a0<br><br>When the treadmill is secured on the dolly, have whoever is deemed the stronger person go down the steps first. The person on the upper side will need a good grip, but the person on the lower side will be carrying most of the weight.\u00a0<br><br>The person on the upper side will move the treadmill forward, as the person on the lower side guides it down the stairs. You will want to go slowly, one step at a time.\u00a0<br><br>Instead of pushing the treadmill, the upper person will pull the dolly back toward them, and then release a little bit at a time, as the lower person stabilizes it. This will help with control so that the treadmill does not move too fast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-load-a-treadmill-into-a-truck\">How to Load a Treadmill into a Truck<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Getting the treadmill into the truck, while difficult, doesn&#8217;t require much technical finesse, but loading and packing it into the truck sure does. Because they are bulky, awkward, and heavy it&#8217;s best to just strap this item to the wall of the moving truck. With  two ratchet straps you should be able to get the job done. Simply strap the lower part of the treadmill and strap the upper part and you should be good to go. Be sure to use moving blankets or boxes, if possible, to protect the item from getting scratched.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-alternative-options\">Alternative Options<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>So far we\u2019ve covered the steps for moving a treadmill on your own, regardless of whether it has wheels, folds, comes apart, or needs to move downstairs. These DIY methods, though effective, can be physically demanding and stressful. An alternative option to moving a treadmill by yourself is to hire professional movers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-hiring-movers\">Hiring Movers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Moving is a time-consuming and labor-intensive task and can be a stressful experience. While it is certainly possible to move on your own, moving companies can help lighten the load if you choose to utilize their services.&nbsp;<br><br>You can hire a labor-only moving company if your main concern is heavy furniture, such as a treadmill. These moving services are cheaper than full-service moving companies. You do all of the packing yourself, and they simply load and unload your truck.<br><br> It can be a helpful service if you are struggling to do heavy lifting but do not want to hire full-service movers.&nbsp;Hiring movers can save a lot of time and alleviate stress. <br><br>If you\u2019re considering hiring movers, check out our post, <a href=\"https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/is-it-worth-it-for-me-to-hire-movers\/#h-moving-yourself-vs-hiring-movers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Why Should I Hire Movers? Everything you Need to Consider<\/a>, as well as the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/unimovers.com\/services\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">list of services UniMovers provides<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-diy-or-pros\">DIY or Pros?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As your moving day approaches, it\u2019s important to think ahead so you aren\u2019t caught off guard. With careful planning, it is possible to move completely by yourself. However, if you are short on time or if these DIY methods seem physically demanding, remember that hiring professional movers can be a stress-relieving alternative.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you counting down the days until your move? As your anticipated move date approaches, you\u2019re probably considering the logistics. Moving is exciting, but packing up all of your stuff can be a daunting task.&nbsp; Perhaps your heavy furniture is starting to haunt you, and you\u2019re wondering how you will ever manage to move it. 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