House Removals
House Removals Richmond by Experienced Local Movers
At Richmond Movers, we provide reliable, well organised house removals throughout Richmond and the surrounding areas. With years of hands-on experience moving families, professionals and businesses in and out of the borough, we know how to make moving day run smoothly, safely and on time.
Professional House Removals in Richmond
Our Richmond house removals service is designed to take the strain out of moving. From carefully packing your belongings through to placing furniture in the right rooms at your new address, everything is handled by a trained, uniformed and professional team.
We move all types of properties in Richmond:
- Houses and bungalows
- Flats and apartments (including high-rise and basement flats)
- New-build developments
- Period properties with tight staircases and access issues
Every move is planned around your access, parking and timings, ensuring a straightforward, low-stress move on the day.
Local Richmond Expertise
Working daily across Richmond, Twickenham, Kew, Teddington and neighbouring areas, we understand local streets, parking restrictions, and building layouts. This local knowledge makes a genuine difference to how smoothly your move goes.
We regularly work with Richmond estate agents, landlords and local businesses, and we are used to coordinating with building management teams, concierge desks and local authorities where permits are required.
Who Our House Removals Service Is For
Homeowners
Whether you are upsizing, downsizing or moving out of Richmond, we offer complete house removals tailored to the size and complexity of your property. We can handle everything from fragile antiques to garden equipment and garage contents.
Renters
If you are moving between rented properties, timing and careful protection of the property are vital. We take care to protect walls, doors and floors so you can hand back the keys in good condition and avoid disputes over marks or damage.
Landlords
Landlords use us for end-of-tenancy clear moves, part-furnished removals and storage moves. We can remove, store or reposition furniture between properties and coordinate key handovers with your agents.
Businesses
Small businesses and home offices often move alongside a house move. We can relocate desks, IT equipment, files and stock with minimal downtime, planning the move around your working hours where possible.
Students
Students moving to or from Richmond benefit from our smaller-scale removals and shared-load services. We can move belongings between halls, shared houses and home addresses, even if you only have a room’s worth of items.
What We Can and Cannot Move
Items Typically Included
Our Richmond house removals teams are equipped to move most household items safely, including:
- Furniture: beds, wardrobes, sofas, tables, cabinets
- Appliances: washing machines, fridges, freezers, cookers (disconnected by others)
- Boxes of personal belongings, books and clothing
- Electronics: TVs, computers, sound systems
- Art, mirrors and fragile items (properly packed)
- Outdoor items: garden furniture, tools, barbecues (clean and empty)
Items Usually Excluded or by Prior Arrangement
For safety and compliance reasons, some items are excluded or may require additional planning:
- Hazardous materials (fuel, gas bottles, paint, chemicals)
- Valuables and personal documents (we advise you to carry these)
- Live animals and plants that require special conditions
- Professional safes or very heavy machinery without prior notice
- Pianos and large specialist items (possible with pre-arranged crews and equipment)
If you have anything unusual or particularly heavy, let us know during the quotation so we can advise and plan correctly.
Our Step-by-Step House Removals Process
1. Enquiry & Quote
You contact Richmond Movers with your moving dates, addresses and a rough idea of what needs moving. We ask a few questions about access, parking and any particularly delicate or heavy items. Based on this, we provide a clear, no-obligation quotation outlining what is included.
2. Survey – Virtual or Onsite
For anything more than a small flat, we recommend a survey. This can be done via video call or in person. The survey allows us to assess volume, access (stairs, lifts, long walks from parking) and any specialist handling requirements. Accurate surveying keeps costs transparent and reduces surprises on moving day.
3. Packing & Preparation
We offer several options, depending on your budget and time:
- Full packing service – Our team packs everything, providing all materials.
- Part packing service – We pack fragile or high-value items; you pack the rest.
- Self-pack with materials supplied – We deliver boxes, tape and wrapping for you to pack in your own time.
Furniture is disassembled where necessary and protected with covers and wrapping.
4. Loading & Transport
On moving day, our trained crew arrives on time, protects floors and banisters, and carefully loads your belongings onto our vehicles. Everything is secured properly for transport, with furniture and boxes positioned to minimise movement. We then travel directly to your new address or, if arranged, to storage.
5. Unloading & Placement
At your new property, we unload and place furniture and boxes in the rooms you specify. Items we dismantled are reassembled where agreed, and we ensure you are happy with where everything has been placed before we leave. We can also remove used packing materials for recycling if this has been included in your service.
Transparent Pricing for House Removals in Richmond
We believe in clear, upfront pricing with no hidden extras. Our quotations take into account:
- Property size and volume of belongings
- Distance between addresses
- Access issues (stairs, long carries, parking restrictions)
- Services required (packing, dismantling, storage)
- Day and time of the move (weekdays, weekends, evenings)
Quotes are usually provided on a fixed-price basis so you know exactly what you will pay, provided the agreed inventory and conditions remain the same. For small or flexible moves, we can sometimes offer an hourly rate with clear minimum charges explained in advance.
Why Choose Professional Removals Over DIY or Man-and-Van?
While hiring a van or a casual man-and-van can seem cheaper, it often costs more in time, risk and stress. With Richmond Movers you benefit from:
- Trained staff who know how to lift safely and protect your belongings
- Appropriate equipment – blankets, straps, trolleys and covers
- Fully insured vehicles and crews, including goods in transit insurance
- Proper planning of loading order and routes to save time
- Reduced risk of damage to your property and belongings
DIY moves can lead to injuries, damaged furniture and delays. A professional removals team handles the heavy work so you can focus on the rest of the move.
Insurance and Professional Standards
Every move with Richmond Movers is backed by appropriate insurance and industry-standard working practices. We carry:
- Goods in transit insurance – Covering your belongings while they are in our care and vehicles.
- Public liability cover – Protecting against accidental damage to third-party property.
Our removals crews are trained in safe handling, lifting techniques and correct packing of fragile items. Vehicles are purpose-built or adapted for removals, with internal fixings, blankets and protection to keep your goods secure throughout the journey.
Care, Protection and Sustainability
We treat your belongings as if they were our own. Furniture is wrapped or covered, mattresses are bagged where requested, and fragile items are packed to withstand transport. We also pay close attention to protecting floors, doorways and communal areas in both properties.
We are committed to reducing waste and improving sustainability. Wherever possible, we reuse sturdy cartons, offer return-and-reuse options for boxes, and recycle packing materials at the end of a move. Efficient route planning also helps reduce unnecessary mileage and emissions.
Real-World Uses of Our Richmond Removals Service
Moving House Within or From Richmond
Most of our work involves complete house moves within Richmond or to other parts of the UK. We coordinate with your completion times and key handovers, often loading in the morning and unloading as soon as you receive access to the new property.
Office and Home Office Relocations
We help small offices and home-based businesses relocate with minimal disruption. This can include packing IT equipment, labelling workstations, and moving filing systems so that your team can resume work quickly after the move.
Urgent and Short-Notice Moves
Sometimes moves happen faster than expected – a sale completes early, a tenancy ends suddenly, or personal circumstances change. When our schedule allows, we offer urgent and short-notice removals in Richmond, focusing on safe but efficient loading and transport.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do house removals in Richmond cost?
The cost depends mainly on the volume of belongings, access, distance and the level of service you choose. A small flat move within Richmond will typically cost less than a larger house move with full packing and dismantling. After a brief discussion and, where needed, a survey, we provide a clear fixed-price quote so you know exactly what to budget for. There are no hidden extras, provided the details of the move remain the same as those agreed in the quotation.
Can you handle same-day or urgent removals?
We can often help with same-day or urgent removals, depending on vehicle and crew availability. If you have a tight deadline, contact us as early as possible with your details so we can see what is feasible. Where we can assist, we will prioritise safety and care while working efficiently to meet your timings. In some cases, we may suggest a phased approach, moving essentials first and the remainder shortly afterwards to fit you in safely.
Are my belongings insured during the move?
Yes. Your belongings are covered by our goods in transit insurance while they are in our vehicles and under our control, subject to the usual terms and conditions. We also carry public liability cover for peace of mind. During the quotation process we explain the key points of our cover and any limits that apply. For particularly high-value or unusual items, we may recommend you notify your own insurer or arrange additional cover if needed.
What is included in your house removals service?
Our standard removals service includes providing the vehicle, a professional moving team, loading, transport and unloading into the relevant rooms at your new address. We protect your furniture with blankets and covers, and we plan the move route and loading order. Optional extras include full packing, part packing, dismantling and reassembly of furniture, supply of packing materials and short- or long-term storage. Everything that is included will be clearly listed in your written quotation.
How is a professional removals service different from a man-and-van?
A professional removals service offers structured planning, trained staff, suitable vehicles and formal insurance. We conduct surveys, provide written quotes, use the right equipment and follow safe handling procedures. Many casual man-and-van operators focus on simple transport only, with limited cover and less emphasis on protection. With Richmond Movers, you have a clear point of contact, documented terms and a team used to handling everything from fragile glassware to large furniture in tight Richmond properties.
How far in advance should I book my move?
Ideally, you should book your Richmond house removal as soon as you have a likely moving date, particularly if you are moving on a Friday or at month-end when demand is highest. Two to four weeks’ notice is typical, but we regularly accommodate moves with shorter lead times where our schedule allows. Even if your date is not yet fixed, it is worth getting a quotation and pencilling in a provisional booking so that we can plan resources around your likely timeframe.
