Full-service house removals firm

Families and homeowners moving house, plus estate agents, landlords and small businesses moving offices.

Fixed quotes based on the size of the home, distance and crew size, with extras for packing, storage or dismantling furniture.

• Managing a small crew
• Estimating volume and time for quotes
• Careful handling of furniture and fragile items

• Goods in transit, hire and reward motor and public liability insurance, plus employer's liability once you take on staff
• Check whether your van weight and driver licence category are suitable, especially for vans over 3.5 tonnes
• Check whether you need an operator licence or tachograph for heavier vehicles, and whether you need to register as an employer
• Damage claims and cancelled moves, so use clear written terms and quotes
• Peak season is busy, with quieter winters, so plan your cash flow
• Consider joining a trade body such as the British Association of Removers, which may help with customer trust

Startup costs are typically around £8,000 to £40,000, depending on the van, packing materials and equipment you choose. These are estimates, so get quotes for your own vehicle, insurance and crew needs before committing.

Monthly revenue is typically around £4,000 to £18,000, depending on how many moves you complete and the size of your crew. These are estimates, and peak season is busy with quieter winters, so plan your cash flow.

Check goods in transit, hire and reward motor and public liability insurance, plus employer's liability once you take on staff. Also check whether your van weight, driver licence category, operator licence, tachograph and employer registration apply, especially for vans over 3.5 tonnes.