Whilst removals firms are probably plentiful in your area, whether you’re residing in Gloucester, Bristol, Cheltenham, London, or other environs, it’s still important to choose the right one for your needs. This is particularly true if your move is a complex one, one that requires a lot of forethought and planning, or one which involves carting bulky, awkward, or delicate items. But the good news is that there is a way to find the right removals firm; choosing the best one needn’t be too difficult. Here is what you should really consider when choosing a removals company.

Get recommendations

Word of mouth is often reliable, as it involves recommendations from people who have already made use of the removals service. Make it a point to ask friends, colleagues, and family members who have had occasion to move and see if they can give you any suggestions, especially for the area where you reside. It makes complete sense, for instance, to look for removal companies in an area like Gloucester if you live there so you can conveniently contact or visit them if necessary.

When checking out different removal firms in your local area, it would also be a good idea to find out if they are a member of the BAR, or British Association of Removers, which is a good indication that they follow certain standards of service, particularly with training, capacity, insurance, and experience.

Transparency from day one

Getting help from a removals firm is not necessarily as expensive as you may think, but it’s important to pay for quality as well. If a removals firm is offering a price that seems too good to be true, it probably is. Check around and get quotes from different removals firms so you have a better idea of the price range. But there are also some factors which may affect the pricing, including the number or amount of items you have, the distance the removals firm would need to travel, and the number of staff you may need.

A good firm will be transparent from the start – they will be able to explain their various charges and will provide you with a written contract or agreement before the move. One more tip to bear in mind: the typical charge for a removals firm if you have a two-bedroom home is around £500, whilst the usual charge for a three- to four-bedroom home would be around £800 to £1000, respectively. Again, this can vary depending on your goods, crew requirements, and the distance travelled from point A to point B.

Of course, other points to look for would be experience (especially if you have some awkward or bulky items), insurance coverage, and the friendliness and professionalism of the crew. Good luck, and happy moving!