House removal is a tough task that often requires skilled hands to do the job well. Therefore, several house removal companies provide house packers and movers who have all the expertise to complete their work and deliver satisfactory results. However, people need to know about the removal costs to calculate and predict the required budget for themselves. This article covers the house removal services costs in detail, so hang on with us.
Factors Influencing House Removal Prices
Before moving on to discuss house removal costs, it would be beneficial to first learn about the factors influencing its rates. The various factors include:
- Property’s size and volume of items to be moved.
- Distance between the current home and the new spot.
- Accessibility of properties and any requirement for special gear.
- Timing of the move, including season and day of the week.
- Additional services like packing, storage, and cleaning.
Companies provide different removal packages including packing and removals, removals only, and deluxe facilities for packing fragile and non-fragile goods.
Removal Costs Based on the Number of Bedrooms
Here are the estimated moving prices based on the number of bedrooms of a house:
- 1-Bedroom House
Removal Costs: £650-1300 - 2-Bedroom House
Removal Costs: £700- £1400 - 3-Bedroom House
Removal Costs: £800 – £1700 - 4-Bedroom House
Removal Costs: £1200 – £2200 - 5+Bedroom House
Removal Cost: £1500 – £3000
Distance-Wise Removal Costs
House removal prices vary greatly by distance to be travelled, the volume of items being moved, the quality of removal services required, and the company whose services are reserved. These rates can be negotiated in most cases. Let’s have a look:
- Move a 1-bedroom house 50 miles distance £600-£900
- Move a 2-bedroom house 50 miles distance £700-£1000
- Move a 3-bedroom house 50 miles distance £850-£1100
- Move a 4-bedroom house 50 miles distance £980-£1250
- Move a 5-bedroom house 50 miles distance £1300-£1550
- Move a 1-bedroom house 150 miles distance £680-980
- Move a 2-bedroom house 150 miles distance £850-£1100
- Move a 3-bedroom house 150 miles distance £1050-£1280
- Move a 4-bedroom house 150 miles distance £1300-£1620
- Move a 5-bedroom house 150 miles distance £1500-£1880
Additional Services & Costs
- Packaging: Boxes and other materials for a four-bedroom home (£160 – £190).
- Assembly & Disassembly: Experts dismantle your furniture and reassemble it (£150).
- Storage: Your possessions are kept safe in a storage room if you cannot move in immediately (£50- £100/week).
- Cleaning: Professionals clean your old or/and new home (£60- £300 / hour).
- Specialised Equipment Transport: Specialist equipment and training for moving your prized instrument safely and securely (£150 – £500).
- Labour Costs: The average labour rates to move a 1-bedroom property are around £350-£550, £820-£1000 for an average-sized 3-bedroom property, while £1,380-£1,500 for a larger 5-bedroom property.
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Types of Removal Services
The multiple types of removal services include:
a. Self-Hire a Van
In this option, you can hire a van and ask family and friends to help you move the house. Before moving the house, you need to plan and prepare for everything yourself. This will save you a lot of removal costs and give control over your possessions. However, it can also be exhausting and physically demanding plus you also need to have driving skills for driving a large van.
b. Man and Van
Also called ‘person-and-a-van’, this service involves a van and one or two moving people. It is the most economical removal option; however, it can be problematic if you have several large items to move. This option can be helpful either for small-scale house removal or if you’re also planning to help with packing and unpacking.
c. Full-Service Removal
The most professional removal service any company can provide is in which every task is performed by the company’s experts including assembly/disassembly, packing/unpacking, storage, transportation, and the planning to carry out the whole process. You can sit back and relax as the person in charge notifies you after the job is finished. However, you can monitor the whole process yourself as well to ensure your items’ protection.
How to Choose a Removal Company?
Choosing the right removal company is essential for a seamless house move. Below we look at a few of the essential checks to keep in mind when choosing a moving firm:
Check Costs and Quotes
Always check costs before you book the removal services with a company. Ask what the quote includes so there are no surprises when it comes to the move. You can compare quotes from up to 6 partners in your local area. This way you can find the best price for your move.
Check They Have Insurance
The insurance of the removal company helps protect both you and your belongings. Therefore, you should only ever hire a company with the correct insurances in place
Check Reviews
Always read reviews left by previous customers. This can give you an idea of how the company operates on the day and whether they are value for money.
Check They Offer a Pre-Move Survey
A pre-move survey is one of the best ways to ensure an accurate quote from a removasl company. They can review how much needs moving, access to the property and if there are any items that need extra care. Always check a company offers a pre-move survey before choosing a particualar company for your move.
BAR Membership
Being a member of the British Association of Removers means the company will work to the highest standards in the industry.
Contact Us Today for a Free Quote!
If you’re ready to start planning your move, Central Removals is here to help every step of the way. Get in touch with us today for a free, no-obligation quote and make your move to or from Gloucestershire and Scotland seamless and hassle-free.
How Does a Pre-Move Survey Help?
A pre-move survey will help the removal company understand how to prepare for your move. It will be able to tell them and you the following:
- The volume of items that need moving
- What items you want to be packed
- Any furniture that needs dismantling
- How many removal vans you need
- How many staff members are needed for the job
- Assess any restrictions to the property
- Any specialist items like antiques or fine art
How to Reduce House Removal Costs?
To minimise moving costs, you can:
- Compare quotes
- Rent a van and move yourself
- Book early for massive discounts
- Pack and unpack the items yourself
- Share a truck for long-distance moves
- Move during off-peak seasons or weekdays.
- Declutter to decrease items to pack and transfer.
Why Do Some Quotes Seem Cheap?
We’re always wary of removal quotes that seem too expensive, but it’s vital to question a quote that seems too cheap too. If your quote appears too good to be true, then it probably is missing some important costs.
- They don’t have insurance
- Services aren’t included
- No pre-move survey
- Wrong volume of items
To Sum it Up
Moving a house can be a hectic task but a professional removal company like Central Removals can do the job for you while you can enjoy yourselves or attend to your other tasks. You can check out our wide-ranging house removal options plus other services on our website and get online quotes to feasibly make your decision.