Removals
Removals in Richmond by Richmond Movers
At Richmond Movers, we provide reliable, well-planned removals in Richmond and the surrounding areas. With years of hands-on experience moving homes and businesses across TW9, TW10 and beyond, we combine local knowledge with a calm, methodical approach so your move runs smoothly from first enquiry to final box.
Professional Removals Service in Richmond
Our Richmond removals service is built around one principle: protect your belongings as if they were our own. Whether you’re moving a studio flat, a family home or a busy office, our trained teams handle every stage – from planning and packing through to careful unloading at your new address.
We use quality packing materials, the right tools for dismantling and reassembly, and clean, well-maintained vehicles. Every move is fully planned in advance so you know exactly what will happen on moving day.
Local Richmond Expertise
As a local company, we understand the challenges of moving in and around Richmond – from narrow streets and controlled parking zones to listed buildings and top-floor flats with no lifts. We regularly work in areas such as Richmond Hill, Kew, Petersham, St Margarets and North Sheen.
Our office will advise on parking suspensions where needed, the best times to move to avoid congestion, and any access issues that might affect your move. This local insight helps keep your move efficient, predictable and stress-free.
Who Our Removals Service Is For
Homeowners
If you’re upsizing, downsizing or relocating, we offer full-house removals designed around your schedule. We can pack everything, protect valuable items and coordinate with your completion times.
Renters
From studio flats to large rented homes, we help tenants move out on time, avoid damage to property, and keep things orderly so deposits are protected. We can also offer part-packing or furniture-only moves.
Landlords
For landlords, we provide efficient removals for end-of-tenancy clearances, partial furniture moves and reconfiguration of furnished properties, with a focus on care and minimal disruption to neighbours.
Businesses
We manage small and medium office removals, shop relocations and moves for clinics and studios. Our teams work to agreed timelines and can schedule out-of-hours work to reduce downtime.
Students
Students moving between halls, shared houses or back home benefit from our smaller, cost-effective student removals options, covering boxes, bikes, desks and personal belongings.
What We Can Move
Our removals team regularly handles:
- Household furniture – sofas, beds, wardrobes, tables, cabinets
- Appliances – washing machines, fridges, freezers (properly prepared)
- Boxes of personal items, books, clothes and kitchenware
- Office furniture – desks, chairs, filing cabinets, meeting tables
- IT and office equipment – monitors, PCs, printers (securely wrapped)
- Artwork, mirrors and fragile items – packed with extra protection
- Garden items – outdoor furniture, barbecues, tools and bikes
What We Cannot Move
For safety, legal and insurance reasons, some items are excluded from our standard removals service:
- Hazardous materials – petrol, gas bottles, paint thinners, chemicals
- Illegal items or goods of unknown origin
- Live animals or pets (we’re happy to advise on suitable pet transport)
- Perishable or frozen food for long-distance moves
- Heavy industrial machinery beyond domestic or light commercial scale
- Large quantities of cash, jewellery or high-value collections – these are best moved personally where possible
If you are unsure whether something can be transported, mention it during your survey so we can advise or make appropriate arrangements.
Our Step-by-Step Removals Process
1. Enquiry & Quote
You contact us with your move details: current and new address, property size, dates and any special requirements. We’ll ask a few questions to understand access, parking and volume. Based on this, we provide an initial, no-obligation quote outlining what’s included so you can make an informed decision.
2. Survey (Virtual or Onsite)
For most moves, we carry out a short survey – either virtual (video call and photos) or an onsite visit. This lets us confirm the volume of goods, check access, note fragile or bulky items, and discuss packing options. The survey ensures the right team, vehicle and materials are allocated and that there are no surprises on moving day.
3. Packing & Preparation
We agree the level of packing support you need. Options include:
- Full packing service – we pack your entire property, including fragile items
- Partial packing – we pack selected rooms or breakables; you do the rest
- Owner-packed – you pack, and we supply materials if required
Furniture is protected with covers and blankets, and where needed, items are safely dismantled for transport.
4. Loading & Transport
On moving day, our professional team arrives at the agreed time, walks through the plan with you and starts loading. Items are carefully carried, stacked and secured in the vehicle to minimise movement in transit. We use clean, sign-written vehicles appropriate for your move size and travel directly to your new address, or to storage if arranged.
5. Unloading & Placement
At your new property, we unload systematically, placing furniture and boxes in the rooms you specify. Where we have dismantled items, we reassemble them as agreed. Before leaving, we check that everything is in the right place and remove any packing materials we have supplied, leaving you with a tidy space to start settling in.
Transparent Pricing for Removals in Richmond
We believe in clear, upfront pricing. Your quote is based on:
- Volume of items to be moved
- Distance between properties
- Access (stairs, lifts, parking distance)
- Level of packing service required
- Any additional services, such as storage or out-of-hours work
We provide fixed-price quotes wherever possible, so you know the total cost in advance. Any potential additional charges (for example, waiting time linked to key release delays) are clearly explained before you book, so there are no unexpected surprises on the day.
Why Choose Professional Removals Over DIY or Casual Man-and-Van
Moving yourself or using an unregulated man-and-van service might appear cheaper, but the risks often outweigh the savings. With Richmond Movers you benefit from:
- Trained staff who know how to move heavy and fragile items safely
- Fully insured moves, including goods in transit protection
- Proper equipment – trolleys, straps, covers and blankets
- Planned timings and clear communication
- Reduced risk of damage to belongings and property
A damaged sofa, broken TV or injury while lifting can quickly make a DIY move more expensive and stressful than using a professional removals team from the outset.
Insurance and Professional Standards
Every move we carry out is covered by appropriate insurance for your peace of mind:
- Goods in transit insurance – protection for your belongings while they are being transported
- Public liability cover – in the unlikely event of damage to third-party property or injury
Our teams are directly employed or longstanding partners, fully briefed on company procedures and trained in safe handling, loading and customer care. We follow industry best practice for wrapping, stacking and securing loads, and keep detailed job records for accountability.
Care, Protection and Sustainability
We handle your possessions with care at every stage. This includes:
- Using mattress and sofa covers to protect upholstery
- Wrapping fragile items in paper and bubble wrap
- Protecting floors and bannisters where required
- Careful planning of load order to reduce movement
We also take a responsible approach to the environment. Where possible, we reuse sturdy cartons, source recyclable materials and plan routes efficiently to reduce unnecessary mileage. If you have unwanted items that are still usable, we can suggest local donation or recycling options rather than landfill.
Real-World Removals Use Cases
Moving House in Richmond
From riverside flats to family homes on Richmond Hill, we regularly support local families and individuals with full-home moves. We’re used to coordinating with estate agents, managing key handovers and working within completion-day timeframes.
Office Relocation
For businesses, we offer structured office moves with clear labelling, protection for IT equipment and an agreed schedule to minimise downtime. We can work early mornings, evenings or weekends to suit your operation.
Urgent or Short-Notice Moves
Sometimes moves come up quickly – a sudden completion date, a tenancy ending sooner than expected, or an urgent need to vacate. Subject to availability, we can provide short-notice or urgent removals within Richmond, with a streamlined booking and survey process.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do removals in Richmond typically cost?
The cost of removals in Richmond depends on the size of your property, the volume of belongings, distance between addresses, access and whether you need packing. A small flat move locally might be a few hundred pounds, while a larger family home with full packing will be more. After a brief consultation and survey, we’ll provide a clear, itemised quote so you know exactly what is included and what might affect the final price. There is no charge or obligation for obtaining a quotation.
Can you handle same-day or urgent removals?
Subject to availability, we can often help with same-day or short-notice moves in Richmond. The more notice you can give, the easier it is for us to allocate the right team and vehicle, but we understand that situations change quickly. If you need an urgent move, contact us by phone where possible so we can check schedules in real time, run through your requirements and provide a realistic plan and price based on what can be achieved safely within the timeframe.
What insurance cover do you provide?
All moves carried out by Richmond Movers include goods in transit insurance to protect your belongings while they are being transported, and public liability cover for third-party property and personal injury. Full details, including limits and exclusions, are available with your quote, and we’re happy to talk you through them. For particularly high-value items, we may recommend additional cover or request that you notify your own insurer, so that everything is properly protected throughout the move.
What is included in your removals service?
Our standard removals service includes the vehicle, fuel, a professional moving team, protective blankets and equipment, loading at your current address, transport to your new property and unloading into the rooms you choose. We can add packing services, dismantling and reassembly of furniture, provision of boxes and materials, and short- or long-term storage if needed. Your written quote will clearly list what is included so you can see exactly what you’re paying for and add or remove services to suit your budget.
How is your service different from a man-and-van?
A casual man-and-van service typically offers transport only, often without formal training, structured planning or insurance cover. By contrast, we provide a fully managed move with trained staff, fully insured vehicles, proper materials and clear communication. We assess access, plan load order, protect furniture and property, and are accountable for the service delivered. This significantly reduces the risk of damage, delays or disputes, and usually works out better value overall, especially when you factor in the cost of potential breakages or injuries with an unplanned move.
How far in advance should I book my removals?
Ideally, you should book your removals as soon as you have a likely moving date – often two to four weeks in advance for busy periods such as month-end or Fridays. That said, we regularly accommodate moves with shorter notice where our schedule allows. Early booking gives you more choice of dates and time slots, and makes it easier to arrange surveys, parking suspensions and packing. If your date is not yet fixed, we can still provide a provisional quote and hold a slot where possible.
