Moving to Daillens means a village move, in the heart of the Gros-de-Vaud countryside, a stone’s throw from the Venoge. Detached houses dominate, which changes how you prepare the van, the carrying and the schedule. To move to Daillens without nasty surprises, describe your project online: professional removal companies from the region will get back to you with a free, no-obligation quote.
Daillens, a country village between Cossonay and Echallens
Daillens lies close to the Venoge, between Cossonay and Echallens, in a rural setting. Most of the housing is made up of detached houses with a garden, a garage and sometimes outbuildings. For a removal company, this type of home has its advantages: the van can often park near the entrance, the carrying distance is short and loads go in without long trips up and down stairs.
That does not mean everything is simple. A house often has several floors, a cellar, an attic or a full garage: the real volume is frequently bigger than expected. Garden tools, outdoor furniture, bicycles and a workbench come on top of the furniture. Remember to include them in your description, as they directly affect the size of the van and the loading time.
If you are coming from a city or a dense neighbourhood, also note that village life calls for a little forward planning: shops and services are not at your doorstep, and a car is generally still essential for the day’s comings and goings.
Access, parking and floors in Daillens: what to plan for
In a village of detached houses, the van can often get close to the door, but three things need checking: the width and bends of the street or access track, where the vehicle can park without bothering the neighbours, and the distance between the van and the threshold. A gravel drive, a slope or a narrow gate should be mentioned when you make your request, as they affect how long the job takes.
As for floors, a house mainly means indoor stairs: bedrooms upstairs, a cellar below, sometimes a converted loft. Bulky items (wardrobe, sofa, double bed) are worth identifying in advance. If the staircase is narrow or winding, a furniture lift can take items through a window or balcony rather than forcing them through the stairwell.
Occupying the public road with a van, a furniture lift or a skip may require prior permission from the commune or the police. Check with the commune a few days or weeks before the date, especially if the vehicle has to stay on the carriageway. The guide to the parking permit for moving day explains the procedure.
When to move to Daillens: lease dates and seasons
If you rent, the notice period is in principle three months, to the date set by local custom or, failing that, to the end of a three-month lease quarter (art. 266c of the Swiss Code of Obligations, CO), unless your contract provides for longer. Customary dates vary by canton and commune: check the exact date in your lease. Notice must be given in writing (art. 266l CO). For the family home, termination by a married tenant or one in a registered partnership requires the express consent of the spouse or partner (art. 266m and 266n CO).
Around the customary lease dates, removal companies in the region are in high demand: the earlier you ask for a quote, the more choice you have for the date. If you need to leave before the lease date, you can be released by proposing a solvent replacement tenant willing to take over the lease on the same terms (art. 264 CO). For more details, see the guide to moving dates in Switzerland.
As for the season, the Gros-de-Vaud countryside offers long summer days, handy for loading without rushing, but the heat tires crews and movers alike. In winter, rain or frost can make paths and garden access slippery: plan for floor protection and a time margin.
Paperwork in Daillens: residents’ registration office and housing
Every move must be reported to the residents’ registration office (contrôle des habitants): your departure in the old commune and your arrival in the new one, within the deadline set by the canton. In many communes, you can report it online through eMoving (eUmzugCH). The guide to registering with the commune takes you through it step by step.
Next, remember to have your mail forwarded and to give your new address to your bank, insurer, employer and subscription providers. For the home you are leaving, plan the move-out inspection (état des lieux) and the handover of the keys; the home must be returned clean and in good condition. On arrival, the rental deposit may not exceed three months’ rent for a residential property (art. 257e CO) and is paid into a blocked account in your name.
If you are arriving from abroad, or leaving for France, further formalities apply: customs for the transfer of goods and a residence permit depending on your situation. Check with the relevant authorities before the transport date.
Useful services for moving to Daillens
Residential moving
For a family leaving or joining a house in the village, residential moving covers loading, transport and unloading. Specify the number of floors, the cellar and the garage for a realistic quote.
Furniture lift
When the staircase is narrow or the furniture is bulky, a furniture lift avoids having to swing items around in the stairwell. It needs a clear space in front of the house, so it may require permission from the commune.
Packing and unpacking
Crockery, picture frames, ornaments: packing and unpacking saves time, especially when a house has many rooms to empty. It is also a way to limit breakage in transit.
Storage
If your move-out and move-in dates do not coincide, or if the new home is smaller, storage lets you keep your furniture for as long as necessary.
End-of-lease cleaning
To return the home in the expected condition, end-of-lease cleaning lightens the last day, between the final box and the move-out inspection.
Clearance
Cellar, attic, garage or garden: house clearance lets you sort things out before leaving rather than transporting what you no longer need.
Requesting a quote
- You describe your move online: addresses, volume, floors, preferred date.
- Professional removal companies from the region get back to you, possibly for a visit on site.
- You compare the free quotes and remain free to choose, or not.
To get started, go to the page to request a quote. The cost varies with the volume, the distance, the floors and access, the use of a furniture lift, packing and the date.
Around Daillens
If your project extends to neighbouring communes, see moving to Penthalaz, Echallens or Orny. For an overview, see the page on moving in the canton of Vaud or all the communes.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions: moving to Daillens
In a village of detached houses, this is often possible, but it depends on the width of the street and the space available. If the vehicle occupies the public road, permission from the commune or the police may be needed. Check a few days or weeks in advance.
Not always. If the staircase is wide and the furniture manageable, carrying is enough. However, a narrow or winding staircase, or bulky items upstairs, justify a furniture lift. Mention these points in your request so the removal companies can take them into account.
If possible, avoid dates close to the customary lease dates, which are in high demand. In summer, long days help, but the heat is tiring; in winter, rain and frost complicate access. Request your quote early to keep your choice of date.
You must report your arrival to the residents' registration office (contrôle des habitants) within the deadline set by the canton, often online through eMoving (eUmzugCH) if the commune allows it. Remember also to give your new address to your bank, insurers and employer.
Describe your move online: addresses, volume, floors and date. Professional removal companies from the region get back to you, sometimes for a visit, and provide a free, no-obligation quote. You then compare and remain free to choose.