Removals and Moving Help: More Than a Man With a Van
Household and office moves with furniture dismantling, reassembly and handyman work at both ends, plus a moving checklist and what to send for a quote.
Moving home, clearing a property for refurbishment or relocating an office often needs more than transport. Furniture needs taking apart and putting back together, items need mounting, and small repairs need doing at both ends. Because our main business is property services, we can handle the move and the practical work around it.
What we can help with
- Small and medium household moves
- Single bulky items and furniture moves
- Dismantling before a move and reassembly afterwards
- Office furniture and equipment moves
- Landlord, pre-let and end-of-tenancy moves
- Moving items out of the way for decorating, flooring or renovation
- Handyman work at the old or new property
Your moving checklist
| When | What to do |
| 4 weeks before | Book the move, declutter, and check parking rules at both addresses |
| 2 weeks before | Start packing rooms you use least, and arrange any dismantling |
| 1 week before | Confirm access, lifts and parking, and label boxes by room |
| Day before | Defrost the freezer, pack an essentials box, and charge your phone |
| Moving day | Read meters, check every room and cupboard, and take photos |
| After the move | Reassemble beds first, then mount TVs, shelves and curtains |
What to send for a fast quote
- Collection and delivery postcodes
- A list of the main items and rough quantities
- Photos of bulky or awkward items
- Floor level and lift access at both addresses
- Parking or loading restrictions
- Anything needing dismantling or reassembly
- Your preferred date and any time limits
Removals and waste are different
A removal moves your belongings from one place to another. Taking away unwanted items is waste disposal, which has its own rules. If you also need things taken away, tell us what needs to go and we will confirm what can be arranged, rather than assuming it is included.
How to pack and prepare
- Use strong boxes, and keep them to a weight you can lift comfortably
- Pack heavy items like books in small boxes, and light items in large ones
- Label every box with the room and a short description
- Wrap glass, mirrors and pictures with plenty of padding
- Keep screws and fittings from dismantled furniture in labelled bags taped to the item
- Take photos of cable connections before unplugging TVs and computers
- Empty, defrost and dry fridges and freezers the day before
Making the new home ready
The days after a move are when most small jobs appear. Beds need building, curtains need hanging, TVs need mounting and doors may need adjusting. We can plan this work for the day of the move or shortly after, so the new home is liveable quickly.
| After-move job | When to do it |
| Beds and wardrobes | Moving day |
| Curtain poles and blinds | Within the first few days |
| TV and shelf mounting | Once you know the room layout |
| Decorating | Ideally before furniture goes in |
| Flooring | Before furniture, if possible |
Office moves
Office moves need careful planning to keep downtime short. Label desks and equipment by position in the new layout, agree a date and time with both buildings, and plan furniture assembly at the new site. Moving out of hours or over a weekend may suit some businesses.
Moving and renovation together
If you are renovating, moving furniture out of rooms in stages lets the work happen around you. We can move items between rooms, store them in another part of the property and put them back once decorating or flooring is finished.
Frequently asked questions
Do you only do full house moves?
No. Smaller moves, single bulky items and moves around renovation work can also be quoted.
Can you dismantle and reassemble furniture?
Yes, where the item is designed to come apart. Send photos or product links.
Can you help with a landlord turnaround?
Yes. We can move furniture between properties, clear rooms for decorating and fit flooring before the next tenant.
Can you mount the TV and shelves after the move?
Yes. Our wall mounting guide explains what we need to know about your walls.
Can you move furniture between floors?
Yes. Tell us about stairs, lifts and any narrow access, and send photos of large items.
Do you provide packing materials?
Ask when you enquire, and we will confirm what can be included.
Related guides
- Flat-pack furniture assembly tips
- How to choose a reliable handyman
- End of tenancy checklist for tenants
Prefer to talk? Call 07444 262522.