Domestic Removals Costs & Guide
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Domestic Removals Costs & Guide
Scope of Works
Pre-move survey – walkthrough to list furniture, fragile items and access issues; provide written quote.
Packing (if ordered) – deliver boxes in advance or pack contents on the day, label rooms, protect TVs, pictures and glassware.
Load-out – lay floor-protectors, dismantle beds/wardrobes as agreed, blanket-wrap and strap furniture, inventory each item onto the van.
Transport – drive direct to the new address (or via storage) with goods insured in transit.
Unload & place – re-assemble furniture, place boxes in correct rooms, remove all pads and debris.
Final check & sign-off – walk round with the client, note any damage, collect payment and leave the property tidy.
Typical Cost (incl. VAT, 2025)
Charge type | Low £ | High £ | Notes |
Call-out / minimum (van + crew) | 350 | 600 | Small 1–2 bed move, local distance |
Labour per hour (after minimum) | 50 | 90 | 2–3-person crew with Luton or 7.5 t truck |
Materials (boxes, tape, wrap) | 40 | 200 | DIY box bundle £40; full-pack for 3-bed house ≈ £150–£200 |
Disposal (unwanted furniture/packing) | 0 | 80 | Charged only if bulky items or large cardboard haul-away needed |
Extras (full packing, storage, long distance, piano hoist) | 150 | 800 | Adds time, crew or specialised kit |
TOTAL (most jobs come in here) | 900 | 1 600 | Typical 2–3 bed local move with basic packing service |
Time on Site
Load & unload: 4 – 6 hours for a two-bed flat; 6 – 8 hours for a three-bed house.
Full-day+ if long distance (>100 miles), narrow access (shuttle van), or complex disassembly/re-assembly is required.
Questions to Ask Your Trade
Is the quote fixed-price and does it include VAT, fuel and insurance?
Will you supply boxes and packing materials, and are they collected afterwards?
What level of goods-in-transit insurance do you carry and is there an excess?
How many crew members and vehicles will attend on the day?
Are dismantling/re-assembly and wardrobe boxes included in the price?
What is the surcharge for stairs, parking permits or remote key collection?
How soon must the balance be paid and what is your cancellation policy?
How to Avoid Surprises
Reserve parking bays or suspension lines outside both properties well in advance.
Declare heavy or unusual items (piano, safe, peloton) so the firm brings the right kit.
Label rooms in the new house to speed up unloading.
Photograph fragile or high-value items before the crew packs them.
Check building management rules for lift bookings or move-in slots in flats.
Keep an essentials box (kettle, chargers, toiletries) with you, not on the lorry.
With this guide you know what to expect from a professional domestic removal, the typical 2025 UK costs, and the simple steps that keep moving day smooth and on budget.
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