5 Money Saving Secrets Big Removal Companies Won't Tell You

Moving house is expensive enough without overpaying for your removal service. Over the years, we've seen customers spend far more than they need to. Here are 5 money-saving secrets that the big removal companies would rather you didn't know.

1. You Don't Always Need a Full Team

Many large removal companies automatically quote for a 3 or 4 man team with a massive lorry — whether you need it or not. For most 2 to 3 bedroom moves, a 2 man team with a transit van gets the job done perfectly well, for significantly less.

Always ask for an itemised quote and question whether the team size is genuinely necessary for your job.

2. Self Loading Saves Money

If you're physically able and have a few helpers, a self loading service — where you load the van yourself and the driver handles the drive and unloading — can cut costs considerably. It's not for everyone, but for smaller moves it's a great way to save.

3. Mid Week Moves Are Cheaper

Saturday is the most popular moving day, which means it's also the most expensive. If you can be flexible and move on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday, you'll often pay less — and you'll also avoid the weekend traffic chaos.

4. Bundle Your Services

If you also need an end of tenancy clean, waste removal, or garden clearance as part of your move, booking them all with the same company is smarter than managing three separate contractors.

At Vantage 24/7, booking two or more services together earns you a 5 to 10% multi service discount on the cheaper job — and it's far less hassle.

5. Declutter Before the Move

This one sounds obvious, but it's surprising how much money people spend moving things they don't even want. Before you book removals, go through every room and ruthlessly declutter. Donate, sell or dispose of anything you don't need.

Less stuff = smaller van load = lower cost. It really is that simple.

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