The summer city on the mountain
Moving in Taif
Taif is a mountain city with mild summers, home to its residents all year and a summer escape for many from the heat of Makkah, Jeddah and Riyadh. So moves here vary: families moving between districts, households taking part of their furniture to a summer home or rest house in Al Hada or Ash Shafa, and employees relocating to or from the city.
With SaudiMoving you describe your move once — the district you’re moving from and to, the size of your home, floor and lift, and the date — and your request reaches moving companies in Taif who contact you with offers, so you can compare and choose what suits you.
Housing in Taif and what it means for your move
Taif housing is mostly villas, traditional houses and duplexes, alongside apartments in mid-rise buildings. Many homes have yards, annexes and outdoor majlis areas, so there’s more to move than owners expect. The mountain areas around the city have steep, winding roads that need experienced drivers and suitable trucks.
The climate difference between Taif and Makkah or Jeddah is large, so if you move wooden furniture or appliances from a humid city to Taif, let them settle for a day before switching them on. Read about villa moving and moving between cities.
When to move in Taif
- Summer
Cooler than neighbouring cities, but summer is the holiday season, so demand rises and mountain roads get busy.
- Winter
Mornings are cold and rain and fog are possible, so midday may suit loading better on some days.
- The Al Hada road
If you’re moving to or from Makkah, ask the company about the right road for trucks — some mountain roads have restrictions.
- Holidays
At the start of the summer holidays many move things to summer homes, so book early.
Districts and residential areas in Taif
Moving companies work across Taif’s districts and the surrounding areas, including:
- Al Hawiyah
- Shihar
- Al Qumariyah
- Al Faisaliyah
- Al Aziziyah
- Ash Sharqiyah
- As Salamah
- Al Wisam
- Al Hada
- Ash Shafa
If you’re moving to Al Hada or Ash Shafa, say so in the request — the mountain road changes the time and truck estimate.
Moving services in Taif
Choose a service to read about it, or request offers straight away with Taif selected. If you’re moving from another city, read about moving between cities, or see the Riyadh to Makkah route, which passes near Taif.
- Home & apartment movingMoving apartments and houses within the city: dismantling, wrapping, loading, transport and reassembly in the new home.
- Villa movingMoving villas with several floors, annexes and majlis: a larger crew, more than one truck and a clear plan for every room.
- Furniture disassembly & assemblyDismantling and reassembling bedrooms, wardrobes, beds and desks by a carpenter or fitter, keeping every screw and part.
- Packing & wrappingPacking before the move: boxes for your belongings, film and bubble wrap for furniture and glass, and blankets to protect surfaces.
- Office & company movingOffice and company moves planned to keep downtime low: numbered boxes, desks dismantled and rebuilt, moves in the evening or at the weekend.
- Moving between citiesMoving from one city to another within the Kingdom: stronger packing for long trips, careful loading and a clear arrival time.
- Furniture storageStoring furniture between two homes, while travelling or during renovation, in warehouses or closed storage units.
- Kitchen & AC removal and reinstallRemoving the kitchen and AC units in the old home, moving them and reinstalling them in the new one — with a qualified technician for larger AC units.
Moving in Taif: FAQ
Can I move just part of my furniture to a summer home?
Yes — choose “some items” in the request and list the pieces; small moves get offers to match.
Do mountain roads affect the price?
They can, because they take longer and need an experienced driver, sometimes a smaller truck. Give the destination precisely so the offer is clear.
Can I move from Taif to Makkah or Jeddah?
Yes, these are common moves. Read about moving between cities and what to ask before agreeing.
Is furniture assembly included?
It depends on the offer. Choose furniture disassembly and assembly among the extras, and read about furniture assembly.
Request moving offers in Taif
Describe your move once and let moving companies in Taif contact you with their offers.