Should I Hire a Removal Company or Do It Myself?

When you're getting ready to move house, one of the first questions is: should I hire a removal company or just do it myself?

There’s no one-size-fits-all answer — but after 20+ years of helping people move, here’s how we suggest thinking it through.

1. How much are you moving?
 If you’ve got a full house, a few flights of stairs, or large furniture, hiring a removals team will save you serious time and effort. A DIY move can be doable for a small flat, but it’s rarely easy.

2. Do you have the help (and the van)?
 Friends with vans are great — but they’re not always available or reliable. Hiring a removals company means no lifting stress, no van hire headaches, and a team who’ve done this a thousand times before.

3. Are you moving locally or long distance?
 If you’re just going down the road, a smaller move might be manageable with a few trips. But if you’re relocating to another town or county, it’s often more cost-effective to do it in one go with professionals.

4. What’s your time and energy worth?
 Moving day is exhausting. We handle everything from lifting to logistics, so you can focus on getting settled. Some customers go to work while we move them — and come back to find it all done.

5. What does peace of mind look like for you?
 Our team is fully insured and trained to handle your belongings with care. We’ve moved antiques, pianos, IT equipment and more. Knowing your move is in safe hands can make all the difference.

Whether you're in Hastings, Bexhill, London or Essex — if you're on the fence about going it alone, give us a call or send a video tour of your home. We’ll give you an honest opinion and a fair quote, no pressure.