Removals company — compare movers and book the right crew
Moving is hard enough on its own. You don't also want to worry about a crew turning up late, working without insurance, or suddenly asking for cash at the door. Removals is an easy trade to get burned in — especially in cities and at the end of the month, when demand peaks.
A good removals firm shows it from the first call. You get a proper survey of the job, a price that matches it, and clear information about what happens if something is damaged. Look for membership of the British Association of Removers (BAR) or the National Guild of Removers & Storers, both of which require goods in transit cover and offer a dispute scheme. A local move with two movers and a van runs £70–£130/hr, usually with a two- to three-hour minimum.
On Marketit we gather removals firms that work this way. Tell us in the chat where you're moving from and to and roughly how big the home is, and we'll point you to a few that fit.
Price level
A 2-room flat typically costs SEK 4,000–7,000 after RUT, a 3-room SEK 6,000–10,000 and a house SEK 12,000–25,000. RUT halves the labour cost up to SEK 75,000 per person per year.
What does a removals company cost in 2026?When should you hire a removals company?
Four to six weeks before moving day, and earlier for a summer move. Midweek and mid-month dates are typically 10–25% cheaper than the last weekend of the month.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Booking a firm that only takes cash — usually a sign of no insurance and no paper trail
- Hourly pricing with no cap — the bill can double if the chain completes late
- Assuming the cover is unlimited; most policies cap each item unless you list it separately
- Moving on a Friday at the end of the month — often 20–40% more expensive than a midweek date
- Skipping the survey — it's what makes a quote accurate on a house move
Regional differences
Dense cities add time: parking suspensions, lift bookings and long carries can add one to two hours to a move in London, Edinburgh, Bristol or Manchester. Expect two to three weeks' lead time off-season and four to six weeks from June to September, plus a premium on Fridays and month-end.
Checklist before you hire
- Check BAR or NGRS membership and ask which dispute scheme applies
- Ask for proof of goods in transit and public liability cover, and the claim limit per item
- Get a written quote after a video or in-home survey — not a phone estimate
- Confirm whether the price is fixed or hourly, and what happens if the completion is delayed
- Flag heavy items (piano, safe, appliances) in advance
- Check parking: in many London boroughs you need a suspension permit booked a week ahead
Frequently asked questions
What insurance do removals firms actually provide?
Most carry goods in transit cover with a per-item limit, typically £1,000–£5,000 unless you declare higher-value items in writing. BAR members work to standard terms that set out liability clearly. Check whether the cover applies while goods are in storage as well as in the van.
Do I need to be there on moving day?
Not for the whole day, but you or someone you trust should be there at load and unload to check the inventory, point out fragile items and sign the paperwork. Without that, damage claims become very hard to win.
What happens if the chain completes late?
Ask before you book. Good firms will hold the crew and charge waiting time by the hour; some offer overnight storage in the van for a fixed fee. Getting this in writing is the single most useful thing you can do on a chain purchase.
Fixed price or hourly?
Local moves are usually hourly with a minimum; long-distance and full house moves are normally priced as a fixed job after a survey. A fixed price removes the risk of a surprise on the day and is worth asking for whenever the firm has seen the property.
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