House Removals
House Removals in Merton by Local Professionals
At Merton Movers, we provide straightforward, carefully planned house removals across Merton and the surrounding areas. With years of hands-on experience moving families, professionals and businesses, we know how to make moving day calm, organised and efficient.
What Our House Removals Service Includes
Our removals service is designed to cover everything you reasonably need on moving day. A standard move with Merton Movers can include:
- Collection from houses, flats, maisonettes and bungalows
- Short-distance and long-distance moves to or from Merton
- Packing services – full or partial, using quality materials
- Furniture disassembly and reassembly where required
- Careful wrapping and protection of fragile and high-value items
- Safe loading, transport and unloading
- Placement of items in the rooms you choose
- Optional short-term storage via trusted partners
Every move is slightly different, so we tailor the plan to your property, access, timescales and budget.
Local Merton Removals Experts
Being based in Merton means we understand the realities of moving locally: controlled parking zones, tight stairwells in period properties, lifts that don’t always work, and school-run traffic. We plan your move around:
- Parking and access requirements for your street
- Busy times around stations, schools and high streets
- Estate and block regulations for flats and managed buildings
- Restrictions for larger vehicles where applicable
That local knowledge helps keep your move on time and avoids unnecessary stress or delays.
Who Our House Removals Service Is For
Homeowners
Whether you are upsizing, downsizing or moving out of the area, we manage complete household moves, including garden equipment, garages and lofts. We can coordinate with your completion times to minimise waiting around.
Renters
We regularly help tenants move between rented properties in Merton. We pay attention to stairwells, communal areas and inventory checks, ensuring your old property is left clear and tidy and that your belongings are well protected.
Landlords
For landlords, we offer efficient clearances and moves between properties. We can relocate furniture between lets, move items into storage or prepare a property for new tenants, working within your timescales.
Businesses
Our office and small business removals service covers moving desks, IT equipment, files and stock. We can plan out-of-hours moves to minimise downtime and work with your team to protect sensitive equipment.
Students
We help students moving to and from halls, shared houses and studios. From a few boxes and a bed to a small flat, we can provide a suitably sized vehicle and team to keep costs manageable.
What We Move – and What We Don’t
Items Typically Included
- Household furniture: beds, sofas, wardrobes, tables and chairs
- Appliances: washing machines, fridges, freezers (defrosted)
- Electronics: TVs, computers, audio equipment
- Personal items: clothing, books, ornaments and decorations
- Kitchenware: crockery, glassware, cookware
- Outdoor items: garden furniture, tools, barbecue (clean and empty)
- Boxes, crates and storage containers
Items We Cannot Move
For safety, legal and insurance reasons, there are some things we normally cannot carry:
- Flammable or hazardous materials (petrol, paint thinners, gas bottles)
- Illegal or stolen goods
- Live animals (including pets and livestock)
- Perishable food for long-distance moves
- Large quantities of cash, jewellery or irreplaceable documents
If you are unsure, ask us during the survey – we can often suggest practical alternatives or ways to move sensitive items yourself.
Our Step-by-Step Removals Process
1. Enquiry & Quotation
Contact us by phone, email or our online form. We will ask a few basic questions about your current property, destination, dates and volume. From there, we provide an initial estimate, then follow up with a more accurate quote after a survey.
2. Survey – Virtual or Onsite
We carry out either a video survey or an in-person visit. This lets us assess access, parking, number of rooms, special items (such as pianos or large wardrobes) and any dismantling required. The survey is free and allows us to give you a clear, written quote.
3. Packing & Preparation
You can choose from:
- Full packing service – we pack everything, supplying all materials
- Part packing – we pack fragile or specific rooms only
- Self-packing – you pack, and we supply boxes and advice if needed
We label boxes clearly and prepare furniture for safe transport, including wrapping, protecting corners and dismantling where sensible.
4. Loading & Transport
On moving day, our trained team arrives on time, walks through the plan with you and begins loading. We use blankets, straps and protective covers to secure your belongings in the vehicle. Your items are then transported directly to your new address, or to storage if this has been arranged.
5. Unloading & Placement
At your new property, we unload room by room, placing furniture where you want it. We can reassemble items we dismantled and position key pieces before we leave, so you can function in your new home from day one.
Transparent Pricing and How Costs Are Calculated
We believe in clear, upfront pricing with no hidden surprises. The cost of your move typically depends on:
- Volume of items (number of rooms, lofts, garages, sheds)
- Distance between properties
- Access issues (stairs, long carries, parking restrictions)
- Number of movers and vehicles required
- Whether you choose packing services
- Any special handling (pianos, safes, antiques)
All of this is set out in a written quotation so you know exactly what is included. If your requirements change, we will always discuss cost implications with you before proceeding.
Why Choose Professional Removals Over DIY or Man-and-Van
Moving yourself or using a casual man-and-van may look cheaper on paper, but often ends up costing more in time, damage or stress. With Merton Movers you benefit from:
- Professional planning – we anticipate problems before they arise
- Correct equipment – trolleys, ramps, protective covers and securing straps
- Efficient loading – maximising space and minimising journeys
- Reduced risk of injury – no heavy lifting for you or your family
- Cover through proper insurance if something goes wrong
A well-run professional move is typically quicker, safer and less disruptive, especially for families with children or busy professionals.
Insurance and Professional Standards
Your belongings and your property are fully protected while in our care. Merton Movers maintains:
- Goods in transit insurance – covering your items while they are being moved
- Public liability cover – protecting against accidental damage to property or third parties
- Trained moving teams – staff instructed in lifting techniques, packing methods and safe loading
We work to recognised industry best practices, use appropriate protective materials and ensure all staff understand how to handle fragile, heavy and awkward items safely.
Care, Protection and Sustainability
We treat every item as if it were our own, from everyday furniture to sentimental belongings. To protect both your goods and the environment, we focus on:
- Using reusable furniture blankets and durable protective covers
- Recycling or reusing cardboard boxes where safe and practical
- Planning routes efficiently to reduce unnecessary mileage
- Advising on responsible disposal of unwanted items
Our aim is a move that is not only smooth and safe, but also as environmentally responsible as we can reasonably make it.
Real-World Use Cases
Moving House Within Merton
Many of our clients are moving between properties within the borough – for example, from a flat in Wimbledon to a house in Morden. We manage the full move in a single day wherever possible, planning around key times and parking restrictions.
Office and Small Business Relocations
We handle small to medium office moves for local businesses, professional practices and shops. This can include weekend or evening moves, labelling of crates by department, and careful handling of IT equipment and files.
Urgent and Short-Notice Moves
Sometimes circumstances change quickly – a sale completes earlier than expected, or a tenancy start date is brought forward. Where we have availability, we can provide same-day or next-day removals, scaling the number of movers to get you out on time.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do house removals in Merton typically cost?
Costs vary depending on the size of your property, the volume of belongings, distance between addresses and whether you choose packing services. A small flat move within Merton may be a few hundred pounds, while a larger family home or long-distance move will be more. After a free survey, we provide a clear, written quotation detailing what is included, any optional extras and how long the move is expected to take. There are no hidden fees – everything is agreed in advance.
Can you do same-day or urgent removals?
Yes, subject to availability. We understand that completion dates can move or circumstances can change at short notice. If you need an urgent or same-day move, contact us as early as possible and we will check vehicle and crew availability. Where we can, we will prioritise essential items and plan the job to fit the time you have. There may be some limitations on packing services for very short-notice moves, but we will explain all options clearly.
Are my belongings insured during the move?
Yes. We carry goods in transit insurance to protect your belongings while they are being moved, as well as public liability cover for accidental damage to property or third parties. The specific limits and conditions are outlined in our terms, which we are happy to discuss before you book. We still handle everything carefully to avoid needing to use insurance in the first place, but you have the reassurance that proper cover is in place throughout your move.
What exactly is included in your removals service?
A standard removals service includes a pre-move survey, a written quotation, provision of a suitably sized vehicle, a trained removals team, protective equipment, loading, transport and unloading into your new property. You can add services such as full or partial packing, dismantling and reassembly of furniture, and supply of packing materials. We agree the exact scope in writing before the move, so you know who is doing what and can plan your own tasks around our work.
How is a professional removals company different from a man-and-van?
A casual man-and-van service may suit very small, simple moves, but it usually lacks the structure, equipment and insurance of a professional removals company. With Merton Movers you get a planned schedule, a correctly sized crew, protective materials, secure loading and clear accountability if something goes wrong. Our teams are trained in safe lifting and packing techniques, and we are fully insured. This typically results in a faster, safer move with far less risk of damage or delay.
How far in advance should I book my move?
For most moves, we recommend booking as soon as you know your likely dates – ideally two to four weeks in advance, especially for Fridays and month-end, which are popular. That said, we will always try to accommodate shorter notice where we can. If your completion date is not yet confirmed, we can pencil in a provisional booking and adjust once your date is fixed. Early contact simply gives you the best choice of times and services.
