Price – If a company is moving everything you own, the cheapest quote is not necessarily the best. It might be worth spending a little more to ensure things are done properly.
Reviews – Check review sites and social media, this will give you a good indication of the service and reliability of potential removers.
Ask Around – Ask friends and relatives for recommendations. If a company has done a great job for someone you know, it’s more likely they’ll do the same for you.
Reliability – One man and van can be good, but if he gets a better booking on the same day, you could be left wondering how to carry your sofa to your new home.
Accreditation – Do they belong to a registered trade body such as a removals association? Accredited companies are more likely to work to a higher standard.
Protection – Check what level of cover they offer should there be damage to your items or property.
Is it cheaper to do it yourself?
Yes. It’s if it’s a small property a DIY move cab be simpler/cheaper option.
Asking friends and family to provide muscle power and borrowing or hiring your own van, can all reduce costs.Â
The thing professional movers bring is experience.
Moving day can be stressful, having a removal team on hand means calm heads who can resolve any potential problems.
This can prevent damage to your items or property.
It will also keep your relocation on schedule and allow you to focus on other aspects of moving day.
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