Sofa removal

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01/10/25, 12:14
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Scope of Works
• Inspect sofa, access routes and doorways to confirm removal method
• partially dismantle legs or frames where needed for safe passage
• protect floors, walls and fabric with covers and corner guards during moving
• carry and load sofa onto vehicle and secure for transport to agreed location
• return transport and delivery back to property at agreed time and reassemble where required
• dispose or store unwanted items and provide waste transfer note on request; use PPE where contamination or pests are suspected
Typical Cost
Charge Type | Low £ | High £ | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Call-out / Minimum | £70 | £120 | first hour on site |
Labour per hour | £40 | £70 | per operative; two operatives common for sofas |
Materials | £0 | £20 | protective covers, straps and small fixings |
Disposal | £20 | £60 | bulky waste tip fees or charity collection charges |
Extras (e.g. parking, hoist, extra trips) | £0 | £120 | stair carry, long carry, parking fines or additional return trips |
TOTAL (most jobs come in here) | £140 | £380 | most single‑sofa removals and returns including small extras |
Time on Site
Most single‑sofa removals take 30–90 minutes on site; return delivery typically adds 30–90 minutes. Factors that extend time include narrow doorways, tight staircases, dismantling/reassembly, heavy traffic and waiting for parking permits
Questions to Ask Your Tradie
• are you insured and do you carry public liability and goods in transit cover
• how many operatives and what vehicle size will you send
• do you include dismantling, reassembly and floor protection in the quote
• are there extra charges for stairs, long carries or return trips
• can you provide a written quote and a waste transfer note if you dispose of the sofa
• what is your availability for the return delivery and do you guarantee time slots
How to Avoid Surprises
• measure sofa and doorways and send dimensions to the tradie before booking
• clear access routes and reserve parking or arrange permits for the vehicle
• declare any pest, mould or heavy staining so operatives bring appropriate PPE
• check building rules for working hours, lifts and corridor protection in flats
• ask for a written quote that lists return trip costs and disposal fees
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