Movingmole UK Moving Guide
UK Moving Guide
When moving within the UK there are a few things that you should think about before deciding which removal company to select and what services you would need from the removal company. Most removal companies will be happy to give you several options, but it is always better to have an idea in mind before talking to them.
What am I looking for in a removal company ?
- Service
- Family owned or privately owned
- Corporate mover
- Price
- Member of a removal organisation
- Fully Insured
- Local mover
- Nationwide mover
- Reputation
What services can they offer me?
- Full Packing Service
- Fragile Packing Service
- Owner packed
- Storage
- Insurance
- Packing Materials
- Additional packing services (Woodern crates, chandeliers, fine art, antiques, Pianos)
- Handyman / cleaning services
- Smaller moves
- Larger moves
- Multiple moves
- Office moves
- Move Management
- Maid Service (Unpacking of boxes into cupboards)
- Additional services (Parking suspensions, external elevators, shuttle service for difficult accesses)
- Dismantling and reassembly of furniture
- Availability / Flexibility
You may find you will require more of the services listed or what you require may not be listed above. Most Removal companies will try and help as much as possible, even if they cannot do certain things themselves, they probably know someone who can. It is always best to ask! On larger or more complicated moves it is always better to have someone from the removal companies you have selected visit your home and perform a volume survey and discuss your requirements. Most removal companies will offer this as a free, no obligation service. Click below to get your free UK moving checklist: