Long Distance Removals

Over one million people per year move between EU member states. Most of these people do take their house contents with them. The problem is the prices charged for this service can vary wildly as well as the actual standard of service that the clients receive. It is a real minefield, so how do you avoid paying over the odds and getting a poor service. It is very difficult to choose your removals company, all you require is a company that will turn up when they say they will, not break all your prized possessions and to be friendly and efficient.

Unfortunately there is no set price for a house removal and it can be a bit like what are you willing to pay. So you could be talking a large fee, some of the house removals companies offer a variety of services. From cleaning, complete dismantling and pet transfers. So what you pay will very much depend on the level of service you require.

The most important factor is research, if for example you are looking for London removals, a good place to start is asking anyone you know. You can usually be confident in a removal company if you have had a personal recommendation. Of course this may not be an option, if this is the case look for adverts stating London Removal in magazines, newspapers and the Yellow Pages I would say that 98% of removal companies do an excellent job.

A removal company will provide you with a quote after considering the following factors:
Load size
Distance to be travelled
The type of furniture
The amount of men required for the job and operating overheads

It will be necessary for you to provide the removal company with a detailed inventory for them to quote you for the job. Do not be tempted to forget items not only will you end up being charged extra but there may not be space to have them transported and you may end up needing to use London storage. An inventory is necessary for several reasons; firstly it informs the removal company of what exactly is to be taken and how many men will be needed for large bulky items. An inventory can also act as proof for insurance purposes in the event you need to make a claim. The inventory can also be useful when unpacking the numbered boxes the inventory done on a simple spread sheet which will explain which number belongs in which room

Many people decide to carry out the removals themselves to try and save money but when you consider the costs involved it can work out a more expensive option. You will need to hire a vehicle, pay for fuel and tolls as well as take time off work and the stress, is it worth it?
I would only recommend DIY removal if you are only taking with you a small load and have plenty of time.

Most people pack themselves if they have time as this is a much cheaper option than the removals company doing it. Be careful though as some insurers will not cover goods that you have packed yourself as the goods could be damaged before they are packed or may not have been packed correctly.

Jenny Austin is an expert in removals, as a fully qualified financial advisor she can provide advice on remortgages