Removal Companies

Removal Companies in Highbury – Highbury Movers

Highbury Movers is one of the local removal companies Highbury residents and businesses turn to when they want a move handled properly. Based in the area and run by experienced removals professionals, we provide carefully planned, fully managed moves across Highbury, Islington and wider London.

Professional Removals in Highbury

Our role as a removals company is simple: to move your belongings safely, efficiently and with as little stress for you as possible. We combine local knowledge of Highbury’s streets, parking restrictions and building layouts with a practical, methodical approach to packing, lifting and loading.

Every move is carried out by trained, uniformed staff using purpose-built vehicles and the right handling equipment. We supply padded furniture covers, mattress protectors, removal blankets and floor protection to keep both your belongings and your property safe on moving day.

Who Our Removal Service Is For

Homeowners

If you are completing on a sale and purchase, timing is critical. We work closely with you around key collection, access times and parking to keep the day running smoothly. From small flats to large family homes, our team will plan the right size crew and vehicle for your move.

Renters

Whether you are moving between rented properties in Highbury or heading further afield, we help you move out on time and leave the property in good condition. We can dismantle and reassemble flat-pack furniture, protect communal areas and handle awkward stairwells.

Landlords

Landlords and letting agents use our professional removals service to clear and reset properties between tenancies. We can remove unwanted furniture, carefully store items you wish to keep, and liaise with cleaners or contractors on access and timings.

Businesses

From small offices to studios and shops, we understand the need to keep downtime to a minimum. We can move you outside normal working hours, label and plan desk layouts, and ensure IT equipment and documents are handled securely.

Students

Students moving to or from Highbury halls or house shares benefit from a cost-effective, well organised service. We regularly move single rooms, shared flats and small loads to and from universities across London and the UK.

What Our Removal Service Includes

Items Typically Included

We move most household and office items, including:

• Sofas, armchairs, beds, wardrobes and other furniture
• White goods such as fridges, freezers, washing machines and cookers
• Boxes of personal belongings, books, clothes and kitchenware
• Office desks, chairs, filing cabinets and racking
• IT equipment, printers and small machinery
• Bicycles, sports equipment and garden furniture
• Pianos and other heavy or awkward items (by prior arrangement)

Items We Cannot Move or Need to Assess

There are some items we are unable to carry, or which require special arrangements:

• Hazardous materials such as gas bottles, fuel, solvents and paint
• Live animals and pets (we can advise on alternatives)
• Illegal or stolen goods
• Very high value items such as fine art or jewellery (may require specialist cover)
• Large safes, commercial machinery or built-in fixtures unless agreed in advance

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

Our Step-by-Step Removals Process

1. Enquiry & Quotation

It starts with a quick call or online enquiry. We will ask about both addresses, property type, access, dates and the general size of your move. Based on this, we provide an initial estimate or arrange a more detailed survey. All quotes are clear and itemised so you know exactly what is included.

2. Survey – Virtual or Onsite

For most moves we recommend a survey, either via video call or in person. We walk through each room, discuss any fragile or bulky items, access restrictions, parking and lifts. This allows us to plan the right vehicle, crew size, equipment and time. For business moves, we also review IT, filing and floor plans.

3. Packing & Preparation

You can choose between:

• Full packing service – Our team packs everything using quality boxes and packing materials.
• Part packing service – We pack fragile items such as glassware, pictures and mirrors.
• Self-packing – You pack yourself; we can supply materials and advice.

We also offer dismantling and reassembly of beds, wardrobes and selected furniture, agreed in advance.

4. Loading & Transport

On moving day, we protect floors and bannisters before any lifting begins. Furniture is wrapped or covered, and boxes are stacked securely in the vehicle. Our professional drivers use planned routes, taking into account traffic and access at the new address. Your goods are covered by our goods in transit insurance while on the road.

5. Unloading & Placement

At your new property we place items into the rooms you specify, rather than leaving everything in one place. We reassemble any furniture agreed as part of the quote, and we do a final walk-through with you to check that everything is where it should be before we leave.

Pricing and How We Charge

We believe in transparent, straightforward pricing. Our quotes are based on:

• Volume of items (how much space your belongings take up)
• Access at both addresses (stairs, lifts, long walks, parking)
• Distance between properties
• Services required – such as packing, dismantling/reassembly and materials
• Any special items requiring extra time or equipment

We will always explain what affects the cost and offer options where possible, for example, moving on a different day or adjusting the level of packing to suit your budget. There are no hidden extras; any potential additional charges (for example, storage or waiting time due to delayed keys) are clearly set out in advance.

Why Choose a Professional Removal Company Over DIY

Using a professional removal company is not just about convenience. It reduces risk. Heavy lifting without the right technique or equipment can cause injury and damage to property. Our teams are trained in safe handling and loading so weight is distributed correctly and items are secured properly.

DIY or casual man-and-van options may seem cheaper, but they often lack goods in transit insurance, proper paperwork and reliable timings. With Highbury Movers you have confirmed dates, written terms, and the reassurance that if something unexpected happens, you are protected and we will resolve it.

Insurance and Professional Standards

As a responsible removals company, we operate with full insurance and clear standards:

• Goods in transit insurance – Protects your belongings while they are being moved.
• Public liability cover – Covers damage to third-party property or injury to others caused by our work.
• Trained moving teams – Staff are briefed, supervised and experienced with residential and commercial moves.

We provide written documentation outlining coverage limits and any conditions. We also work to agreed industry best practices on packing, handling and vehicle loading so you know your move is being managed professionally from start to finish.

Care, Protection and Sustainability

We treat your belongings and property as we would our own. That means using mattress and sofa covers, wrapping wooden furniture, protecting floors and doorways, and loading carefully to prevent movement in transit. Fragile items are individually wrapped and clearly labelled.

We are also mindful of our environmental impact. Where possible, we reuse strong, good quality boxes and packing materials, encourage customers to return or recycle materials, and plan routes sensibly to minimise unnecessary mileage. If you would like to keep your move more sustainable, we can advise on options such as reusable crates and minimal-plastic packing.

Real-World Removals in Highbury

Moving House

From period terraces off Highbury Fields to modern flats, we regularly handle full household moves in and out of the area. Tight streets, parking bays and permit zones are familiar to us, and we will advise on any permits or restrictions well before moving day.

Office and Commercial Moves

We help businesses relocate within Highbury and across London, often outside normal hours to avoid disruption. We can label and map desk layouts, pack files in order and coordinate with your IT provider so that equipment is moved safely and ready for reconnection.

Urgent and Short-Notice Moves

Sometimes moves cannot be planned months in advance – a sale completes suddenly, a tenancy ends, or an office lease changes unexpectedly. Where our schedule allows, we offer same-day or short-notice removals. We will always be honest about what is realistic so that, even under pressure, your move remains controlled and safe.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do your removals in Highbury cost?

Pricing depends mainly on volume, access and distance. A small flat move within Highbury will typically cost less than a larger family home moving across London or further afield. Additional services such as packing and dismantling/reassembly also affect the total. After a brief discussion and, where appropriate, a survey, we provide a clear, fixed-price quotation with everything itemised. This means you can compare options and choose the level of service that suits your budget without worrying about hidden extras on moving day.

Can you handle same-day or urgent removals?

We can often help with urgent or short-notice moves, including same-day, depending on our schedule and the size of your job. The more flexible you can be on start time and the level of service, the easier it is for us to fit you in. For very last-minute moves we may prioritise essential items and return for remaining belongings if required. Contact us as soon as you know you need to move and we will give you an honest assessment of what is possible.

What insurance cover do you provide?

Your belongings are protected by our goods in transit insurance while they are in our vehicles, and we also hold public liability insurance for work at your property. These policies are designed for the removals industry and provide a level of protection that casual man-and-van services often do not offer. We will explain the cover limits, any exclusions and how to raise an issue if something is damaged. If you have individual items of particularly high value, please let us know so we can advise on the best way to protect them.

What is included in your removals service?

As standard, our service includes a suitable vehicle, a trained crew, protective equipment, loading, transport and unloading into the rooms you choose. We also include basic protection for furniture and property, along with goods in transit insurance. You can add optional extras such as a full or part packing service, dismantling and reassembly of furniture, and supply of packing materials. Everything included in your quote will be listed in writing so you know exactly what we will do on moving day.

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

A man-and-van service can be suitable for very small, simple moves, but it usually lacks the structure, insurance and resources of a professional removals company. We provide written quotes, formal booking confirmation, trained staff, purpose-built vehicles and industry-specific insurance cover. We also carry protective equipment, plan around access and parking, and allocate enough time and manpower to complete your move safely. This reduces the risk of damage, delays and unexpected costs, particularly for larger homes, offices or moves involving fragile or high-value items.

How far in advance should I book my move?

Ideally, book as soon as you have a likely moving date, especially if you are moving on a Friday or at month-end when demand is highest. For many Highbury moves, two to four weeks’ notice is comfortable, but we regularly accommodate moves on shorter notice when our schedule allows. Early booking gives you the widest choice of dates and time slots, and makes it easier to arrange parking suspensions or building access if needed. We will always try to help, even if your dates change.