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You’ve received a WhatsApp message from your landlord. "Lease up on the 30th. Your new flat won’t be ready till the 10th. Hurry up, type ‘best packers and movers near me’ into Google and begin scrolling through 40 results all claiming they’ll provide you with a safe, quick and affordable service."
They all seem similar. Stock photos of happy men, holding boxes and offering 5 ratings along with a guarantee to offer you the lowest cost. While finding a mover is easy it can be tricky knowing which one will not charge you an extra £8000 to move your sofa.
We have provided packing and storage services to families and businesses since 2015 and have heard most horror stories. We would recommend this guide to a friend who has asked us how to choose a mover.
What People Really Want When They Search “Best Packers and Movers Near Me”
When searching for the best packers and movers near me people aren’t usually looking for the cheapest truck in the city. They are looking for their possessions to arrive fully intact, a transparent price and someone to actually answer when something goes wrong.
"Near me" is also very important. As they’ll know that your society can only allow moving between 9am and 6pm, they’ll know that you need to book the lift in advance and that the lane outside your building can not fit a 19ft truck. Someone from out of town who has subcontracted the job will not know any of this until they turn up.
Why the First Quote Is Rarely the Final Bill
Usually you will call 3 different numbers. 1 will give you a good price of £9000 over the phone.When they turn up they look at your wardrobe and say that they will have to dismantle it. An extra charge. They will also need to wrap your fridge specially.
Another extra. They will also say that the items won’t fit in the lift as it’s 4 floors up. Another extra. By the end of the day you now owe them £21,000 and your items are already in their truck.
This is because a lot of the movers online are brokers. They’ll take your booking and send whoever is free that day. They’ll also take a slice of the pie. The movers will have never seen your inventory so they have every reason to try and negotiate.
To avoid this simply do not accept any quotes unless they have done a proper survey, either in person or via video call where they will go through each room with you.
9 Checks Before You Book Any Mover
Here’s what you need to consider before moving your home with anyone (even those on the top of your best packers and movers near me search):
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Ask for the registered business name and GST number. This should be provided by an honest company. You can also verify using the GST taxpayer search on the official GST site in 2 minutes.
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Insist on a pre-move survey. No survey, no booking. A mover who quotes blind is either guessing or planning to add charges later.
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Get the quote in writing, item by item. Packing material, labour, loading, transport, unloading, unpacking, and dismantling and reassembly should each be listed separately. “All inclusive” with no breakdown is a warning sign.
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Ask about transit insurance, and read what it covers. Many movers offer it only as an add-on, with a cap far below what your things are worth. Ask plainly: “If my TV screen cracks, what exactly do I get back?”
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Look at the packing material. Good movers use multi-layer bubble wrap, corrugated sheets, stretch film and proper cartons, not newspaper and old boxes. You can see the kind of material we use on our packing materials page.
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Confirm who is actually doing the job. Ask directly: “Will your own team and your own vehicle handle this move, or will it be subcontracted?”
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Read recent reviews, not just the rating. Sort by newest. A 4.8 rating built up years ago tells you little about the crew working there today. Also look at how the company replies to complaints.
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Check the payment schedule. A small booking amount is normal. Paying the full amount before your goods are even loaded is not.
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Ask what happens if your new place isn’t ready. Most people forget this question, and it causes the most stress. More on this below.
The Gap Between Two Homes: Where Most Moves Go Wrong
Moving date don’t always work exactly how you would like. You might be ending your previous lease early, builder are taking 3 weeks to deliver the property, you’re moving because of a new job but company guest houses only allow you to stay a couple of weeks, or it might be a year abroad and you don’t want to pay rent to store your furniture.
Not many companies do this right. Some will store your items in their godown (often a shed) which may not have CCTV or pest control and has no record of what was stored. Some will keep everything in the truck and charge you daily.
Here is where we come in! We offer a Packers & Movers service. Once we have packed everything at your door, each item will be barcoded and stored in our own warehouses for as long as you require. Whether it be a week, month or year, the items will be delivered back to you once your new home is ready. All your items will be handled by our team.
With our Household Storage, whilst you’re between homes you don’t have to worry about your items sitting there for long. Minimum 1 month.
How to Spot the Best Packers and Movers Near Me in Your City
Once you’ve ruled out any obvious red flags, most reliable companies will do these things:
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Be punctual. If they’re running late with their surveyor or have had to re-book twice, they’ll likely be late with their team.
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Make a list of inventory. Every box and piece of furniture will be listed. You’ll be given a copy.
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Boxes will be labelled. This means you can unpack double as quickly. If you have boxes labelled ‘Kitchen – Fragile’ you know exactly where to put them.
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They’ll look after your home. Floor sheets, corner protectors on door frames and padding in the lift. Many societies will fine you if you damage the lift walls.
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Be available after. If you break a leg off your chair whilst unpacking, you shouldn’t have to wait a week to get someone.
These are what our customers often mention. You can read their comments on our customer reviews page. We currently have a 4.9 rating on Google with over 9,000 reviews.
Moving Your Car or Bike Too?
Vehicles can be difficult to manage during a move. If you are moving to another city and won’t need your vehicle immediately, or going abroad for a while, leaving it in a garage space for months is not great.
The battery will lose charge, tires will deflate and rats could get into the wires.Start decluttering 2 weeks ahead. For every box you don’t pack you’ll save money.
Simple Tips That Make Moving Day Easier
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Start decluttering 2 weeks ahead: For every box you don’t pack you’ll save money.
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Pack a “first night” bag: Chargers, medicines, important documents, a change of clothes, toiletries, a kettle and some instant food.
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Do not put valuable items in your truck: Take jewellery, cash, passports and property documents with you.
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Take photos of the wiring of your TV and Wi-Fi router: You will thank yourself later!
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Defrost the fridge: 24 hours prior and empty & dry the washing machine.
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Inform your society office early: Notify your society office as soon as possible to book the lift and to get your NOC if required.
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Update your new address with your bank, gas agency, internet and Aadhaar.
Mistakes That Cost People Money When Moving
- Don’t forget to double check the bilty on the lorry: You want to make sure that the correct number of items, addresses and declared value is there.
- Don’t insure: Just to save a few hundred rupees, but if anything gets damaged, it’ll cost you much more than the insurance.
- Leave it until the last minute: Month ends and weekends can get very busy and more expensive so it’s best to book 2-3 weeks in advance.
- Don’t sign on delivery: Just open a couple of boxes and have a look at your furniture. If there is an issue and your movers don’t reply, you can file a complaint with the National Consumer Helpline (run by the Government of India).
How Much Should You Budget?
A quick search for the best packers and movers near me will show you that each price varies. This is because every move is different and depends on:
- Size: Whether it’s a 1BHK or 3BHK
- Distance: Local or Intercity
- Access: Floor, Lift availability and truck parking
- Special items: Pianos, Large glass tables, Antiques and Gym equipment.
- Storage: Whether your items are going directly to the new home or if they need to be stored.
- Time: Month ends, weekends and festival times are the busiest.
The only reliable figure you will get is one from an actual survey. If you need any storage, we offer Box Storage from just ?99 per month. All our current plans can be viewed on our pricing page.
Why Families in 16+ Cities Choose SafeStorage
We began in Bangalore in 2015. Our goal was to provide a safe place for your items to be stored. We now have over 1 Lakh customers from Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai, Mumbai, Pune, Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Kolkata, Coimbatore, Jaipur, Ahmedabad, Kochi, Lucknow, Patna and Visakhapatnam. Find your closest location here.
What we offer:
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Collection from your door by our trained packers.
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All items will be catalogued and labelled.
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Warehouses monitored by CCTV and biometric access 24/7.
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Regular pest control.
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Your items will be delivered back to you within a week.
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Clear pricing with no hidden costs.
We are the best packers and movers near me with a secure place to store your items.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I find the best packers and movers near me?
Look for 3 companies with up to date detailed reviews. Get them to provide a GST number and a physical or video survey. Compare the quotes given to you in detail. Pick the company that gives you clear information on how much they charge.
2. Local or National?
A local company will know about the building regulations, traffic and parking restrictions in your area. However if you are moving between cities then a company who operate in multiple cities would be best so you will have the same brand on both ends. Ideally pick a company who are local to your city but have their own network.
3. When should I book?
Ideally book 2-3 weeks in advance. If you are moving at the end of the month, weekends or during festival times then book earlier.
4. Can I store my items with SafeStorage if my new house isn’t ready?
Yes, we can collect from your current home and store them in our secure warehouse for however long you need. When you are ready they can be delivered to your new address. We can store your items for a minimum of 1 month.
5. Are my items insured?
Yes, all items stored with SafeStorage are insured. They are also monitored by CCTV 24/7 and labelled with a barcode.
6. What shouldn’t I give to the movers?
Do not give them any cash, jewellery, passports, property documents, laptops with work details or any medication you take regularly. Take these with you.
Getting started
Next time you search for the best packers and movers near me you will know what to ask. If you want a trustworthy mover and storage provider then speak to us.
Call 8088848484 or request a free quote. We will create a move that fits around your dates.
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