Removal Companies

You’ve signed the contract, been handed the keys and have been planning the renovation, but when it actually comes to moving into your new home, do you have everything sorted? Removal companies are an integral part of the moving process if you have a large amount of possessions to take from your previous property to your new one, or even if you just have a lot of house clearance to do. You’ll be relying on your movers to take responsibility for your possessions, so it’s always important that you hire reliable removal companies, or a man with a van, that guarantee to move everything with care. With Houzz, you can find local removal companies that offer moving and house clearance services when you are relocating, and you’ll be able to see reviews and ratings from previous clients, as well as photos of their projects.

Why should I hire removal companies?

Unless you manage to live very minimally and can pack everything you own into a car, chances are you may need some assistance when you move house. Whether it’s a man with a van or a large international removals company, there’s a service that will accommodate your needs.

Some house removals will involve total house clearance work – perhaps you’re stripping bare your old place and redoing it before selling it on? Or if you only need a few large items moved, there are lots of removal companies that will be happy to offer furniture removal, and may even be willing to take items to the tip for you if you’ve decided to get rid of them. If you find a reliable man with a van, he may be able to accommodate you throughout your whole move – helping you with house clearance, taking items to the tip, to storage containers, to salvage yards and finally helping to move everything into your new place. A man with a van service is often a bit more flexible than a removals company, so consider individual movers as well as large firms when you move.

If you’re planning a more drastic move and heading abroad, shipping companies will be able to assist with larger, more complicated items such as shipping your car to another country, as well as the rest of your items. For an even more comprehensive moving experience, relocation services can not only move your items but help you settle in and assist you with nearly all aspects of your move. This is especially helpful if you are moving for business reasons and you’re not familiar with the area or anyone who lives there.

If you’re moving at the same time as carrying out renovations, you may need to liaise with your other contractors as well as removal companies to make sure the move and house clearance can go as seamlessly as possible. Here are some related professionals and vendors to complement the work of removal companies: .

Questions to ask removal companies:

• How long have you been in the removal companies business?
  
• Are you a registered member of the British Association of Removers (BAR)?
  
• Are you a man with a van service or a moving company with numerous employees?
  
• What sort of projects have you worked on previously?
  
• Who would work on my house move? Can I see their credentials?
  
• What vehicles will you use?
  
• Will you carry out full house clearances or furniture removal (to a tip)?
  
• Do you offer any services before or after the move, such as relocation services?
  
• How do you charge and what does that cover?
  
• Do you offer goods in transit insurance?
  
• Can I get a written estimate of the cost?
  
• How long will the job take?
  
• How far in advance do I need to book you for your services?
  

Find removal companies on Houzz. Narrow your search in the Professionals section of the website to removal companies and man with a van services. You can also look through photos to find examples of house clearances and moves, then contact the professional who worked on them.