Tips for Finding the Best House Removal Services

Moving house is often recognised as one of the most stressful dates on the calendar. With so much to organise and sort out, from preparing your property for house viewings to packing up your entire home and transporting all of your belongings, the process can seem daunting to say the least. Hiring a removals company to assist you can help make your move significantly easier; from correctly and safely packing your possessions to ensuring that your belongings are safely delivered and unpacked at your new property, the help of a reliable removalist is invaluable. 

While there are hundreds of removals companies around, it is important that you choose a company that is both reputable and reliable - after all, they’re going to be responsible for transporting your most prized possessions to your new home. To ensure that you receive only the best service, we have decided to share our top tips on finding the best house removal company below.

Ask around for recommendations

The best way to find a reliable removals company is to ask around for recommendations. Perhaps a friend has recently moved house, or a family member knows someone who has previously received a good service. Word of mouth is always a reliable way to find a trustworthy company; if someone has had a good experience with a removalist, they will more than likely be happy to share the details of the company.

Read reviews and testimonials 

If you are unable to find any recommendations via word of mouth, a simple internet search will pull up lots of removals companies near you. But, how do you know if they are reliable or not? Reading reviews is always a good way to gain some perspective on the company in question. Any reputable company will be more than happy to display reviews on their website and provide customer references. It is important to remember that it is extremely unlikely that any company is 100% perfect, however, if you do notice lots of bad reviews and negative feedback, you should consider taking your business elsewhere. Keep an eye out for any issues that previous customers have had with the company’s reliability and customer service. 

As mentioned above, your removals company is responsible for transporting your most precious belongings and they, therefore, need to be trustworthy and reliable. The last thing you want is for the removals van to turn up to your new property full of your damaged possessions. If you cannot see any reviews on their website, simply ask the company in question to provide you with customer references and testimonials.

Choose an experienced furniture removal company

When it comes to house removals, it is imperative that you find a company that you can trust with the safety of your possessions. The last thing you want is items getting damaged in transit or a removals team turning up on the day of your move with the wrong sized van. We recommend choosing an established company that has plenty of experience in the industry - the longer the company has been established, the more experience they’ll have in dealing with a wide range of relocations. While it’s always good to support start-up companies, when it comes to packing up your home and moving all of your belongings, it is recommended that you choose a removalist who has at least 10 years of experience under their belt.

Check they have insurance

It is absolutely essential that you check that the company in question has adequate insurance to ensure that your possessions are protected throughout the moving process. If any of your items are damaged during transport, peace of mind that you are completely covered is crucial. Before you hire a company, it is wise to ask them about the level of insurance that they have for goods in transit. It is likely that they will have basic insurance to cover your items, but you may need to arrange extra cover with your own insurance company for more expensive or fragile items. Don’t forget to ask what the time limit is on claiming on insurance after the move. 

Remember to ask what would happen if your move is delayed and you do not have access to your new property until later in the afternoon or perhaps even the next day. The last thing you want is to be stuck without a removals van on the day of your move - something that can cause massive issues and delay the entire process.

Explore their other services

In addition to offering a removals service that transports your possessions from your old property to your new one, many removals companies also offer additional services designed to make your move easier. Finding out what other services are on offer and making use of these can be very beneficial. 

Your chosen company may offer a packing service - something that can make your entire move far more stress-free. Removalists are equipped with the skills and knowledge to correctly and safely pack up your items. You may have some possessions that you are unsure how to pack and transport; for example, a precious piece of art or a grand piano. You can rest assured that the removalists will have the suitable experience and skills to ensure that your goods are transported from A to B safely. 

Many removals companies also offer additional storage services which can, again, be very beneficial during a house move. Putting items into storage as you pack up your old property can make your move more manageable whilst also giving the appearance of a spacious property to potential homebuyers visiting your property for viewings. Many people choose to redecorate their new home when they move in; in this case, putting items into storage ensures that nothing gets damaged while you carry out work on your new home.

Gather several moving quotes

While you may be tempted to settle with the first company that you find, it is always wise to shop around and gather several moving quotes before you choose a removalist. Be sure to compare at least three quotes against each other to ensure that you’re receiving an excellent service for a decent price. Paying that little bit extra for additional services will give you peace of mind that your items are in good hands. It is also wise to remember that, just because one quote is particularly low, this does not mean that this company is the best to go with. In fact, it could be a warning sign that they are cutting corners, such as using cheap packing materials that may not safely protect your possessions during transit.

Perrymans Removals: your reliable house movers for local and national removals

Whether you are moving down the road or across the country, the experienced team at Perrymans can help make your move as stress-free as possible. We pride ourselves on our experienced, reliable and professional team of removalists who are equipped with the skills and knowledge to tackle moving projects of any size, from single-item removals to complete office relocations. 

If you are looking for a reliable packing company to ensure that your goods are packed up safely and transported smoothly, you needn’t look further than us. From tissue and packing paper to China cartons and wardrobe cartons, we can supply everything you need to ensure that your fragile items are safely transported from your old property to your new one.