If you have ever obtained a few removal quotes and wondered how the costs can be so wide-ranging, as a rule of thumb, any price differences are linked to the time taken on the job (access and degree of handling). These are the key factors that can drive up cost:
Stairs and awkward layouts
More stairs simply equals more trips, which means extra lifting and a slower move. Lack of lifts, low stairwells, cramped landings and lengthy corridors all add time. Even in the home, stairs or loft rooms can require additional labour.
Access and parking
The door must be accessible to removal vans. Then, if there is no driveway or limited on-street parking, with strict permit controls adding to the time and probably a long carry from the van unloading zone to the property. Vehicle choice and loading time can also be influenced by the congestion of roads, one-way systems and low bridges.
Distance and travel time
The further the shipping, the greater the fuel and time on the road. However, it is not just miles either – traffic and busy school-run hotspots, for instance, in city-centre routes can turn a “short” move into one that takes significantly longer.
Packing and extra handling
Yes, packing services may be more pennies, but there are fewer breakages and a faster moving day. Packing up easily breakable objects, taking furniture apart and reassembling it after the move, moving large items (sofas, wardrobes, gym equipment), as well as doing multiple trips, all add to the time. For Removals Cheltenham, consider Express Removals.
How to keep costs down:
Declutter before you get quotes
Reserve parking where possible
Pack small items yourself
Clear stairs, access, and disassemble bulky items.
