You should book a reputable removals company around 4-6 weeks in advance of your moving date.
Booking in advance provides your chosen removals company with sufficient time to assess your individual requirements and create a bespoke and tailored plan based on this.
Benefits of Booking a Removal Company in Advance
There are many benefits of booking a removals company 4-6 weeks before your move, including having enough time to tailor the removals service to meet your needs. Allowing enough time provides you with opportunities to:
Compare quotes from multiple removal companies
Arrange a home removal survey for a more accurate quote
Decide on any additional services you may need (such as packing)
Research companies and read their reviews
Finalise your removal plans
Focus on other aspects of the moving process
If your moving date changes or needs to be cancelled, you may be charged a cancellation or rebooking fee depending on the notice given and your chosen removals company.
Can You Book Removals Before Exchange?
Yes, most removal companies allow you to choose a provisional moving date before you have exchanged. Once you are given your completion date, you can then confirm your moving date with the removals company.
Can I Book a Removal Company at Short Notice?
Yes, it is possible to book a last-minute house move. Last-minute bookings are often more expensive due to the shorter time frames. Aim to book a removals company at least 7 days before your moving date for a better chance of being accepted.
When Do You Pay Removal Companies?
Most removal companies will expect the full payment around a week before the removal date, however exact times and expectations will vary depending on your chosen company.
How to Find a Removal Company
Here at Compare My Move, we connect users with up to 6 local removal companies, helping them to save time and money. Simply fill out our quick and easy online form to compare removal companies today.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much do removal companies charge?
Removal companies will charge £1,229 on average to move the contents of a 3-bedroom house. If you're looking to move a long-distance house removal costs can increase by £75-£750.
Exact costs will vary depending on factors such as the size of your move, the distance travelled and any additional services needed.
When is the most popular time to move?
August is the most popular month of the year to move according to our research. Friday is the most common moving day as people appreciate having the weekend to unpack which causes an increased demand for removal companies.
For more information, read When is the Best Day and Time to Move House?
Do I need a pre-move survey?
Having a pre-move survey (home removal survey) conducted is invaluable as it provides you with a more accurate estimation of how much you can expect to pay for your removals service.
Where will the removals company park?
Most removal companies will park outside of a property but you should inform the removals company if your new or existing property has any parking restrictions or limitations. You may need to arrange parking permits from your local council or discuss space availability with neighbours.
