Short answer: a packing service in London wraps, boxes and labels your belongings so you do not have to, and the price depends on the size of the home, how much is packed and how easy it is to reach. Ask for a written quote that says exactly what is included.
What a packing service does
- Wraps fragile items such as glass, china and frames in suitable materials.
- Boxes belongings and labels each box by destination room.
- Prepares furniture for the van.
- Sometimes unpacks and sets up at the new home, if you book it.
For a room-by-room guide to doing it yourself, see how to pack for a house move.
What affects the price
- Size of the home and the number of rooms to pack.
- How much you own, and how fragile or valuable it is.
- Access. Upper floors, lifts, narrow streets and distance from the van all add time.
- Parking. In London you may need a parking suspension or a permit for the van, so ask your firm who arranges it.
- Extras, such as unpacking, dismantling furniture or storage.
Our guide to moving in London covers access and parking in more detail, and our cost of moving house guide sets out what to expect nationally.
How to choose a firm
- Ask for a written quote listing what is included.
- Check the removal is insured and ask to see the cover in writing.
- Ask whether staff are DBS-checked if you are moving an older person or are not at home.
- Read independent reviews from real clients.
Where Chayce fits
Chayce is based in Northampton and provides packing, a fully insured removal and settling-in support across the UK, including London and the South East, with one coordinator for the whole move. Packing is included from Bronze Essentials at £995. See our packing service for house moves. Our service is designed with older people in mind and is open to anyone. A Discovery Consultation, £150, gives you a plan, timeline and budget. To talk it over, get in touch.
