House removal costs

Calculating the costs of moving house can be a worrying experience. Removal costs vary from house to house and moving prices are mainly calculated by the volume of goods and distance needed to travel between properties. Removal company prices also change depending on what removal services you require from them which inevitably changes the final cost of moving house.

How much do removal companies charge?

Removal company costs can vary, for local moves within 5 miles with a reputable removal company you can expect to pay:

• The average removal cost of a small 1-2 bedroom house is £450.00
• The average cost of moving from an average 3-bedroom house is £760.00
• The average cost of removals for a 4-bedroom house is £990.00
• The average cost of moving a 5-bedroom home is £1350.00

Hourly rate house removal cost

Depending on the size of your move and the removal companies you contact, you may find that some will provide you with an hourly rate removal service. The hourly rate will depend on a few factors such as how many moving porters and vehicles you require. for hourly rate removals, you should expect to pay:

• 2 porters and one removal van will cost around £60.00 per hour.
• 3 porters and two removal vans will cost around £90.00 per hour.
• The cost of 3 porters and three removal vans would be around £120.00 per hour.
• Based on 2 porters, there will also be a minimum charge of around £350.00 first 4 hours.

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These prices will vary depending on the volume of goods and how far you are moving and any other removal services you require. but for the average move, your removal company costs will be around £350-£995 depending on the size of your home and the amount of goods there is to move.

Lower your removal costs

There are many ways to lower the cost of moving house, organization and time management are key to saving money on a house removal company. For your convenience and wallet, we have compiled a few ways for you to save money below.

Declutter

Before you book your house removal assessment, a great way to lower the overall cost is to declutter your home. Many of our customers who do this sometimes cut their removal price by over 10%. not only will you get a cheaper removal quote you also take less baggage to your new home. A few places you can check for items you no longer need or want are:

Garage

I don’t think I have seen a car in a garage yet, They are 2024’s new storage units. Have a look in yours, if it’s full to the rafters, you can bet there are items in there you can either sell, donate or throw away. This is a great way to free up space in your new home and lower removal costs

Lofts

Like garages, Lofts often have more in them than people think. Get yourself up there, apart from Christmas decorations there isn’t normally anything of use to people. Don’t pay your removal company extra to move unneeded items. It all adds up.

Wardrobes

If you have items of clothing you no longer wear or no longer fit’s you, think about selling or donating to good causes. Clothes are often packed in wardrobe boxes which are large and take up room in removal vehicles. Lower the cost of moving by giving back. If you sell them you may even be able to pay for the actual move itself with the proceeds. 

Furniture

You have most probably seen your new home. Have a check around and see if your current furniture is going to fit. If your new home has white goods/furniture already included, you won’t need to take yours along for the ride. Think about selling any unwanted or unneeded furniture before your move to save money and make a little extra.

Pack your own home

When moving, you will be offered a packing service from your removal company. If you can pack your own home correctly, you can make some serious savings. Packing by professionals adds costs to your home move. That does not mean you should decline a packing service and not bother packing yourself. This is a certain way to make your costs increase as moving an unpacked house takes twice as long as a well-packed one. At Reds Removals, we provide a whole moving package, including house removals and we can also pack your entire home for a great price with our professional contents packing service. For advice on packing your home check our 8 House Packing Tips Blog!

Correct packing

Ask your removal company for a price list for packaging, they are often cheaper than other suppliers and using boxes of a uniform size speeds up the removal tenfold.

Pack correctly

Don’t leave mountains of stuff to pack on your moving day, make sure everything is packed away with the lids sealed. packing moving vehicles with incorrectly packed boxes is time-consuming. Packing your home correctly will save you money on your house removal costs.

Ask for free packaging

Some removal companies provide free extras during house moves. At Reds Removals, we provide free use of wardrobe boxes, quilted mattress protector bags, padded picture and mirror bags and more free with home moving. Helping you cut moving costs by not having to purchase the more expensive packaging for moving home safety. It doesn’t hurt to ask.

Multiple quotations

Get more than one quote from home movers. Many people get 3 or more quotes from reputable house removal companies and then compare moving prices. Be aware though that the cheapest quote is hardly ever the best quote. if you would like a quotation from a reputable house removal company, Reds Removals can provide you with a competitive quote. Some things you should look for in your moving quotation are:

What does their quote include?

Make sure everything you expect and require is included in your quotations. Things like access problems, dismantling and assembly, floor coverings, mileage and manpower. Your quote should include most of these, if not make sure they add the costs to your quotation unless you are willing to do them yourselves.

Reputable Removal company

Check your moving company’s reviews and their social media profiles. It is no good hiring a removal company on price alone. One major damaged item can end up costing you £100s or even £1000s. So steer clear of a bargain removal quotation, they often won’t even turn up on your moving day and come with hire and reward Van Insurance, Goods in Transit Insurance, Public Liability or Employers’ Liability insurance.

Value for money

Ask yourself, does the removal company offer everything you want them to, and is the removal price acceptable? see what some of the best removal companies do to make your move stress-free. If in doubt go for the middle ground. After all, you are hiring a removal company to move your worldly belongings and often the contents of a house can be well over £40.000. You want your move to go perfectly and the cost of house removals are a must.

Competitive removal prices in the North East

If you are looking for removals in the North East of England and would like a quote for your upcoming house move from a home mover with competitive prices. contact us for a quality home removal service that won’t break the bank.