Removal Companies

Removal Companies in Hackney – Hackney Movers

Hackney Movers is one of the local removal companies residents and businesses in Hackney turn to when they want a move handled properly. As a locally based, professional and fully insured removals company, we specialise in safe, efficient moves across Hackney, East London and the wider UK.

Professional Removals in Hackney – What We Do

We provide carefully planned, fully managed removals for homes and businesses of all sizes. From a studio flat in Dalston to a town house in Victoria Park or an office near Old Street, our trained team handles every stage: packing, loading, transport and unloading.

As a dedicated Hackney removals firm, we understand the area’s parking restrictions, narrow streets and building access issues, and we plan your move around them to keep things running smoothly and on time.

Who Our Removals Service Is For

Homeowners

Whether you are upsizing in Stoke Newington, downsizing in Homerton or moving out of London entirely, we provide complete household moves with careful protection for furniture, appliances and valuables.

Renters

Flat and house moves for tenants in Hackney, Clapton, London Fields and beyond. We are used to top-floor walk-ups, tight stairwells and timed lift bookings, and we work respectfully in shared buildings.

Landlords

We help landlords clear properties between tenancies, move furniture in or out, and support light furniture-only removals for refits and staging.

Businesses

From small creative studios to multi-floor offices, we manage office removals, internal moves and IT relocations with minimal disruption, including evening or weekend moves where required.

Students

Affordable, smaller-scale moves for students in Hackney and nearby universities and colleges. Ideal for term-time relocations, end-of-year clear-outs and storage moves.

What Our Hackney Removals Service Includes

Items We Commonly Move

• Household furniture – beds, sofas, wardrobes, tables, chairs, cabinets
• Kitchen appliances – fridges, freezers, cookers, washing machines, dishwashers
• Personal belongings – clothes, books, ornaments, toys, documents
• Electronics – TVs, audio equipment, computers, monitors, small server units
• Office furniture – desks, task chairs, storage, meeting tables, filing units
• Boxed items – archive boxes, stock, equipment and general cartons
• Garden and outdoor items – tools, garden furniture, barbecues (clean and empty)

Items We Cannot or Normally Do Not Move

For safety and legal reasons, some items are excluded from our standard removals:

• Hazardous materials – paints, solvents, fuel, gas cylinders, chemicals
• Illegal items or anything prohibited by law
• Unprotected or live animals (we can recommend pet transport specialists)
• Perishable food for long-distance moves
• Heavy industrial machinery beyond domestic/office specification
• Very high-value items (e.g. fine art, antiques, jewellery) without prior agreement and specialist packing

If you are unsure about a particular item, we will clarify during your survey so there are no surprises on the day.

Our Step-by-Step Removals Process

1. Enquiry & Quote

Contact us by phone, email or our online form. We will ask a few questions about your current property, destination, access, dates and the volume of belongings. Based on this, we provide an initial estimate and arrange a survey if required.

2. Survey – Virtual or Onsite

We carry out either an onsite or video survey to see what needs to be moved, assess parking and access, and identify any special items such as pianos or large wardrobes. This allows us to give you a clear, written quote with no hidden charges.

3. Packing & Preparation

You can choose from:

• Full packing service – we supply materials and pack everything for you
• Part packing service – we pack fragile or high-value items only
• Self-packing – you pack, and we provide boxes and advice if requested

On the lead-up to your move, we confirm timings, access arrangements and any special requirements so moving day is organised and predictable.

4. Loading & Transport

On the day, our trained team arrives on time with the right size vehicle. We protect floors and banisters as needed, dismantle agreed furniture, wrap and load items systematically, and secure everything in the vehicle using blankets and straps. Your goods are covered by our goods in transit insurance while they are with us.

5. Unloading & Placement

At your new property, we unload room by room, place furniture where you want it, reassemble agreed items, and take away our used protective materials. We only leave when you are happy with the placement of your belongings.

Transparent Pricing – How Our Removals Costs Work

Every move is different, so we price based on the volume of goods, access, distance, and any extra services such as packing or storage. Once we have completed a survey, we provide a clear written quotation setting out exactly what is included.

We prefer straightforward pricing, not vague hourly rates that can spiral. Where we do work by the hour for small jobs, we explain the likely duration and any minimum charges in advance so you can plan your budget with confidence.

Why Choose a Professional Removals Company Instead of DIY

Using a professional removals company like Hackney Movers reduces the risk of damage, delays and injury. We bring:

• Professional vehicles designed for removals, with load securing systems
• Trained moving teams who know how to handle heavy and fragile items safely
• Protective materials – blankets, wraps, mattress covers, floor protection
• Planning and coordination to keep your move on schedule
• Insurance cover that most DIY or casual man-and-van services do not provide

DIY moves often end up costing more in time, stress and breakages. A casual man-and-van may be fine for a few boxes, but for a full property move, professional support makes a noticeable difference.

Insurance & Professional Standards

We take responsibility for your belongings seriously. Hackney Movers carries:

• Goods in transit insurance – covering your items while they are being moved in our vehicles
• Public liability insurance – protecting you and your property in the unlikely event of an accident

Our team members are trained in safe lifting techniques, vehicle loading, and the handling of fragile and bulky items. We follow industry best practice for packing and transport, and we maintain our vehicles regularly to keep them reliable and clean.

Care, Protection and Sustainability

We approach every move as if we were moving our own belongings. That means proper wrapping, careful carrying and respectful behaviour in your home or workplace. We use reusable blankets and durable crates where possible, and we aim to minimise waste by reusing or recycling packing materials.

When requested, we can also arrange responsible disposal of unwanted furniture and items through licensed waste carriers, helping you to declutter without fly-tipping or unnecessary landfill.

Real-World Removals Use Cases in Hackney

Moving House

From compact flats around London Fields to family homes in Clapton, we manage complete home moves across Hackney and beyond. We coordinate with your estate agent or landlord where needed and adapt to chain-related date changes as far as possible.

Office & Business Relocations

We regularly help businesses move within Hackney and into central London. Typical jobs include relocating open-plan offices, creative studios and co-working spaces, as well as internal moves to reconfigure layouts without leaving the building.

Urgent & Short-Notice Moves

Life does not always give much notice. Where our schedule allows, we offer same-day or next-day removals for urgent situations, such as emergency tenancy changes, short-notice completions or last-minute office relocations.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do removals in Hackney typically cost?

Costs vary depending on property size, access, distance and any added services like packing or storage. A small flat move within Hackney may be completed within a half day, while a larger family home or office relocation will take longer and require a larger crew and vehicle. After a brief consultation and, where needed, a survey, we provide a clear, itemised quote so you know exactly what you are paying for and what is included before you decide.

Can you handle same-day or urgent removals?

Where our schedule allows, we can often accommodate same-day or short-notice moves within Hackney and nearby areas. Availability depends on crew and vehicle capacity, so the earlier you contact us, the better the chance we can help. For urgent moves, we streamline the survey process, focus on essential items and agree clear priorities so we can still move you safely and efficiently, even with limited time to plan.

What insurance cover do you provide during the move?

Your belongings are protected by our goods in transit insurance while they are being moved in our vehicles. In addition, we carry public liability insurance to cover accidental damage to property or injury caused by our work. We still handle everything with great care, but this cover gives you extra peace of mind. We are happy to explain our policy limits and conditions in plain language before you book, and you are welcome to supplement this with your own insurance if you wish.

What is included in a standard removals service?

A standard service includes loading your furniture and boxed belongings, safe transport to your new address, and unloading into the rooms you specify. We protect items with blankets and wraps, and we can dismantle and reassemble basic furniture agreed in advance. Optional extras include full packing, part packing, supply of packing materials and temporary storage. All inclusions are clearly listed on your written quotation so you know exactly what to expect on moving day.

How is a professional removals company different from a man-and-van?

A casual man-and-van may be fine for a few light items, but a professional removals company offers more structure and protection. We provide trained moving teams, purpose-built vehicles, quality packing materials and formal insurance cover. We also carry out surveys, produce written quotes and agree detailed plans. This reduces the risk of damage, delays and unexpected costs. For full home or office moves, this level of organisation and accountability usually makes the overall experience smoother and better value.

How far in advance should I book my removal with Hackney Movers?

Ideally, we recommend booking as soon as you have a likely move date, especially if you are moving at month-end, during school holidays or on a Friday, which are popular times. Two to four weeks’ notice is typical, but we often accommodate shorter notice where our diary allows. Booking early gives you the best choice of dates and allows us to plan parking, access and any packing services carefully so everything runs as smoothly as possible on the day.