Sirelo: Your Resource for House Removals

Should You Hire a Removal Company or Do It Yourself?

Given that moving house can cost a few bob, we understand the temptation of wanting to go alone and complete your house removal without the assistance of a moving company. If you back yourself to put in the time and effort (both physical and mental) and have the right equipment to carry out a move, then go for it! However, in almost all cases we recommend using one of trusted removal services; they have the necessary expertise, and have solid insurance policies in case things don’t go to plan.

House Removals: How To Start Planning Your Move

Follow these simple steps and you are on the way to making your move smooth-sailing! If you require a detailed moving checklist or a more specific moving abroad checklist, as experts in both domestic and international house removals, we have got you covered.

House Removals Costs

We often get asked; how much does it cost to move house? Trust us, we wish as much as you for a straightforward answer. However, a move depends on several factors: not just the volume and distance of your move, but also whether you are moving internationally or not, and the time of year you undertake your move. The only way to get a hard and fast answer, based on your specific circumstances, is to request quotes.

Calculate the Volume of Your Move

The volume of your move is one of the primary factors that determines the cost of your house removal. Therefore, if you are currently unsure of the quantity of your things, we recommend that you use our handy furniture volume calculator to work it out.

Request Quotes for your House Removal

As mentioned, requesting removal quotes is the only sure way to work out what the cost of your house removal will be. Now you know the volume of your move, you can go ahead and get quotes from moving companies.

Top tip! We know it’s easy to become fixated solely on the prices that different removal companies have to offer. However, make sure you read customer reviews and check what services the company does or doesn’t include.

How to Compare Removal Companies

So now we have established that cost should not be the sole determining factor when choosing a removal company. But what else should you consider? We recommend that you look for removal services that offer some of the following:

• Has a professional, yet friendly approach that puts you at ease
• Is careful to safely wrap all of your belongings
• Can transport fragile and expensive items such as pianos and fine art
• Works effectively and precisely
• Has the right tools and materials
• Can help you with administration at customs
• Offers extra services such as packing and unpacking

A number of removal companies are also part of moving associations. These are moving networks that often have entry requirements that guarantee your mover is of a high-quality standard.

Moving abroad? Check out our list of the best international removalists in the UK. However, we cannot stress this enough: every house removal is different. When it comes to picking your mover, you need to decide who is the best moving company for you.

Contact Us

We hope our website can provide some clarity for your house removal. However, we know questions are bound to pop up. If that’s the case, we are always happy to help. Send an email to [email protected] or call us on 088 – 2 300 630. Happy moving!