Compare Removal Quotes

Hiring a removals firm to help with your move can reduces time, effort and stress, especially with packing and heavy lifting. Professional removal companies specialise in packing fragile and delicate items and protecting your belongings.

Before choosing a company, it’s a good idea to get several removal quotes so you can compare movers, services and prices. Comparing removal quotes helps you find reliable companies and competitive moving house quotes for your move.

Check their credentials: When choosing a removals firm, check if they are a member of the Ombudsman Services or British Association of Movers and check how long they have been in business.

Check customer reviews: Customer reviews can help you compare removal firms and understand the quality of service previous customers received.

Ask for a pre-move survey: Your removal company should visit you to survey the job before providing you with a final house removal quote. This helps them check how many items need to be moved. They can also check any access issues with your property.

Ask about insurance & payment options: Check what insurance they provide for goods in transit. Some removal quotes may exclude certain items or services, so make sure your removals quote includes a clear cost breakdown.

Also check how the company expects payment. Be cautious of firms insisting on cash-in-hand payments or large deposits. Reputable companies should accept payment by credit or debit card.

House removal quotes in the UK vary depending on the size of your property and the volume of belongings being moved. Average removals costs are:
– Average removals cost of 1 bedroom house: £432
– Average removals cost of 2 bedroom house: £603
– Average removals cost of 3 bedroom house: £867
– Average removals cost 4 bedroom house: £1,196
– Average removals cost 5 bedroom house: £1,590

A packing service may cost around £400-£500 for a three bedroom house depending on the volume of belongings and amount of fragile items.

The cost of house removals quotes can also vary depending on:
– Distance you’re moving
– Size of the property
– Volume of your belongings
– Additional services such as packing or storage

Comparing several removal quotes online can help you find the most competitive price and avoid overpaying for your move.

You may also be able to save on your removals by moving on a less popular day of the week. Fridays tend to be the most expensive day to move due to higher demand.

A typical UK removal quote includes:
– Transportation
– Loading and unloading
– Basic goods-in-transit insurance

Some moving house quotes may also include optional services such as:
– Packing services
– Temporary storage
– Furniture dismantling and assembling.

Some removal companies charge extra for delays, so always check exactly what is included in your removal quote before booking.

Delays are often outside your control, particularly if you are waiting for your conveyancing solicitor to confirm that your property transaction is complete. See what happens on completion day.

That depends on your removal firm. Most will ask for payment in full in advance, often around one week before moving day. This is standard practice for all members of the British Association of Removers (BAR). 

Ideally, start getting quotes 4-6 weeks before your move date. In peak periods such as summer, do this even earlier if you can.

But most removals companies won’t confirm your booking until you exchange contracts and have a confirmed completion date.

See our moving house checklist for more on getting ready for your move.

The best way to save money is to compare removal quotes from multiple movers.

You can also reduce costs by:
– Decluttering before you move
– Booking your movers early
– Checking whether the removals company offers discounts; some offer discounts for moves on less busy days of the week.

Removal companies in the UK won’t move anything hazardous or that could be a fire risk. Additionally, they won’t move perishable food. And they won’t move plants or pets.

A man and van service may be suitable for smaller moves, such as studio flats or one bedroom properties.

However, larger moves usually require a removals company and a detailed house removal quote.

Speak to your removal company in advance to ensure they can park and have access to your home. You might need to arrange a parking permit with your local council.

Most reliable removal companies will be members of a trade association like the British Association of Removers (BAR). This means they are more likely to give you a quality service and means if anything goes wrong you can complain directly to their trade association.

When comparing removals quotes, always check accreditation, insurance cover and customer reviews.

Being organised ensures a smoother move for you and your removals team.

Declutter in advance, label boxes and prepare an essentials bag with clothes and toiletries so that you’re not caught short when you settle into your new home. 

Many removal companies provide packing materials such as boxes, bubble wrap and tape.

Some also offer full or partial packing services, which may be included in your moving house quotes or offered as an optional extra.

You can get removal quotes online by filling out a short form describing your move. Removal companies will then provide initial removal quotes based on the size of your property, distance of the move and any additional services required.

To get the most accurate house removal quotes, invite at least three removal companies to visit your home for a pre-move survey.

It’s recommended to compare at least 3–5 removal quotes before choosing a company. This allows you to compare movers, prices and services to ensure you get the best value.

Initial moving house quotes online are usually estimates. To get an accurate quote, invite removals firms to your home to carry out a pre-move survey.