Removals Guide

We will be happy to design a removal package tailored for your individual needs, and provide you with written quotations from our network of removals companies.

Because your move is overseas your removal plan will include import formalities and all necessary documentation.

We can help, every step of of the way.

What to move?

Our partners' crews are fully trained in the art of packing and wrapping furniture particularly for overseas.

Think about the things, especially the large items, that you are going to take, and those which are staying, i.e. fixtures and fittings. Make a note of what is staying and make sure you tell the moving team from the outset. Also, think about appliances, and organise the disconnection of equipment in advance to avoid any last minute hitches or disasters.

Think about items you have in roofs, lofts, garages, outbuildings and sheds. These will all need to be emptied.

Vehicle access

It is vital that we are made aware of the size of the house you are moving into. Will there be access for our large lorries (7ft x 58ft) to park outside, or close by. If not we will organise smaller vehicles for your move.

Family members

When you are moving and small children are involved it is important that they know exactly what is going on around them. Ideally it would be good to organise them to be looked after by a friend or member of the family.

Animals

Moving with pets can be very traumatic for them. Pets thrive in their own territory, so when it is disrupted it can sometimes make them over-excited. Make sure on the day of the move that you keep them shut in a quiet room with their bedding and toys. Don't leave them to run around, as they could easily wander off, or get under the feet of the removal team and cause havoc. If it is possible, a good idea would be to have them looked after or even put in a kennel or cattery for the duration of the move. Make sure if you do this that they have their own bedding and toys with them for reassurance and comfort.

With animals that are kept in cages, they are best transported in containers that are solid and well ventilated, with the least possibility to be chewed or eaten up. Give them plenty of soft bedding and food, plus water in a container that won't be likely to be spilt.

Change of address notification

You will need to notify relevant companies of your impending move including utilities companies (gas, electricity, water, telephone), banks, investment companies, credit/debit card companies, schools, magazine subscriptions, DVLC for driving licence, newsagent etc.

Contact the Post Office to arrange for your mail to forwarded to your new address and send new address details to friends.

Removal date

A provisional date will be booked as soon as the forms have been returned and will be confirmed as soon as you know the date of the move.

How far are you moving?

Depending upon the situation and how far you are moving, we may organise to pack some larger items in advance, particularly if you have agreed to have our packing service.

Your removals team

You will be advised in advance of the moving team allocated to your move, which will ensure that everything is packed safely and securely.

Saying goodbye

The removal team will ask you to ensure that the house you are leaving is completely empty and checked thoroughly before they finally set off.

Storing items

If any boxes have been allocated for storage, the removal team will ensure they are packed and are sent to the storage location.

No place like home

Once the lorry or container has arrived at your new home the removals team will put all the boxes or containers in the rooms you have specified.