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Affordable Moving Companies in the UK

How to Find One and What to Look For

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We know moving can be expensive, and sometimes you need an affordable moving company. They can be notoriously difficult to find, and you may struggle knowing what to look for. In this article, we cover some of the best affordable removal company options, what to consider when choosing between moving companies, and how to keep your costs low. Don’t forget to request your free removal quotes to get started!

Finding Cheap Removals in the UK

When searching for an affordable removal company, it is essential to ensure they are reputable and reliable. Below are some things to keep an eye on when doing your research.

  • Customer reviews: feedback from people who have used their services will tell you a lot.
  • Association movers are part of: If a mover is part of an association, they must act in accordance with its standards, making them more reputable.
  • Services offered: Moving companies that are more reputable can also offer something called consolidated shipping, which is a common choice for low-cost removals with lower volume.

What is Consolidated Shipping?

LCL (Less Than Container Load Shipping), also known as consolidated shipping, means you pay for the space you use and share a container with other people.

How consolidated shipping differs from normal shipping:

  • Pay only for the space you use
  • Waiting for others due to the shared container
  • Cheaper price per square meter
  • Optimal for smaller loads
  • More readily available than full containers

Low Price Moving Companies in the UK

Are you looking for an affordable moving company for your removal abroad? Fortunately, we have compiled a list of some of the best and most affordable removal companies in the UK below:

Total Moving Solutions

Services: International removals, national moving, excess baggage, man & van, car & vehicle transport, piano transport, pet transport, art transport

What people think:

Pros

 Price (24)
 Professional (19)
 Communication (18)

Cons

 Unprofessional (2)

Space 4 Time

Services: International removals

What people think:

Pros

 Efficient (1)
 Fast move (1)

Cons

 Communication (1)

European Removal Services

Services: International removals, man & van

What people think:

Pros

 Friendly (1)
 Helpful (1)

Cons

 Planning (1)

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Choosing a Cheap Removal Company

What should you look for when choosing an affordable moving company? Generally, you can choose between full-service and normal moving companies. Needless to say, full-service companies often cost more, and normal moving companies are more affordable.

Normal Removal vs. Full-Service Removal Company

FeatureFull-Service Moving CompanyNormal Moving Company
Services IncludedPacking, loading, transport, furniture assembly/disassemblyBasic loading, transport, and unloading
CostHigher – more services includedLower – ideal for budget-conscious moves
Time SavingsSignificant – reduces stress and workloadMinimal – you manage packing and prep yourself
CustomizationFlexible with optional add-onsLimited – typically fixed services

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Cheap Furniture Removal

Moving furniture is often where expenses increase. As we know, the heavier the load, the more expensive the move will be. There are certain tips to minimize the cost of moving furniture.

  • Declutter: Consider the furniture you take with you when you move. We recommend taking only furniture that is not easily replaceable or is of emotional value.
  • Storage or selling: Store any essential furniture that you aren’t bringing with you, or consider earning a bit extra by selling the pieces.
  • Disassemble and assemble furniture yourself: If you handle disassembling and reassembling the furniture yourself instead of having a moving company do this, you will save money.
  • Packing yourself: Similar to the above, purchasing packing materials and handling the packing yourself will lower your costs.

Use our volume calculator to estimate the volume of your move to receive the most accurate moving quotes.

Have a look at container shipping and international moving costs in more detail.

Benefits of Hiring a Moving Company

If you’re trying to keep moving costs low, you may be asking yourself: Why should you hire a moving company? The truth is, moving overseas without one is hard work.

You must deal with packing, loading, transportation, and customs, to name a few examples. By hiring a moving company, many of these things will be taken care of for you.

Of course, to keep the costs low, we suggest the following:

  • Move off-season – Moving off-season will reduce your costs by a lot.
  • Request multiple quotes – This allows you to compare offers and guarantee you find the cheapest one.
  • Minimize your volume – Only moving what is essential will keep your volume down and keep the costs down.
  • Opt for cheaper freight options – Choose sea or road freight over air freight to minimize your costs.

Ready for Your Removal?

Now that we’ve covered how to find affordable moving companies and what you should consider when choosing one, we hope you feel ready for your move. If you are left with more questions, please see our FAQs below and the linked articles.

Frequently asked questions

What do full-service moving companies do?

How can I find cheap long-distance moving companies?

How to choose cheap furniture removal companies?

Can I trust low-cost moving companies?