Moving can damage your flooring, doors, walls, and other parts of your house. Below are a few tips you can use to prevent such damage. Clean and Dry the Floor First, you need to clean and dry the floor. Debris on the floor can cause scratches during the move, especially if you have to drag anything (including trolleys) on the floor. The drying is necessary to reduce the risk of slipping and falling, which can cause serious damage if you drop something heavy during the fall.