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Storage in London costs between £150 and £220 per month for a standard 50 sq ft unit, compared to a UK average of around £95 per month. Prices vary by location, unit size, facility type, and contract length. What Is the Average Monthly Cost of Storage in London? The average monthly cost of a 50 sq ft storage unit in London is approximately £214, based on 2025 Self Storage Association UK data. The London rate of £4.28 per square foot per month is significantly higher than the UK national average of £2.43 per square foot per month. London's storage market…

If you’re in the process of moving into a new home, we know what a bittersweet experience it can be. Every day, we help people who are excited to start a new chapter of their lives in their new homes, but paralysed with anxiety at the thought of moving day. That’s why we feel that a friendly, supportive, professional and personal touch is one of the most important things a removal service can offer.  Whether you’re buying your new home or moving into a rental property, you’ll need to keep on top of a range of contracts to save yourself hassle…

Obviously you want a great service when you hire movers and packers in London. But what exactly does a ‘great service’ entail in this industry? How far should a removals and delivery company go, beyond simply upholding their end of the basic agreement? What are the key traits that make one ‘man with a van’ service substantially better than another? You won’t be surprised to learn that, here at Happy2Move, we’ve certainly got our own views on appropriate answers to all of the above. We’ve developed them over years of dedicated and reliable customer service, helping countless new and returning…

Are you currently planning on moving to the UK? Firstly, a warm welcome in advance from all of us here at Happy2Move! Secondly, we know that any home move can be a busy, stressful time - and especially so if you’re transferring overseas. As a London-based professional removals company, we have years of experience in managing UK home and office relocations. Our services include furniture packing and assembly services, short and long-term storage provision, and a full suite of other services. We’re also highly experienced in using all of these skills and facilities . If you, your family or your loved…

We’ve all heard the old adage that moving house can be one of the most stressful times in your life. Although to be perfectly honest, here at Happy2Move we see no reason why it should be! One thing we can all agree on, though, is that packing your belongings ahead of a move can be a bit of a chore. As long-established moving experts, we’ve learned a few things over the years about how to pack for moving house. As ever, we like to make things as simple as possible for anybody tackling a change of location. If you're planning…

When comparing storage facilities in London you need to consider how much storage space you need, how long you need the facility to store your possessions, and check out reviews and recommendations to find one that is right for you - including recommendations from your moving company. London - being London - has a lot of choice when it comes to storage. So if you’re looking for a storage facility to store your possessions, then you won’t struggle to find somewhere offering the service that you need. The tricky part - with all this choice - is finding the right…

When faced with the prospect of a house move in London, the inevitable question arises: how much will it cost to hire movers and packers? With the busy streets and the unique challenges of moving in such a dynamic city, Londoners know that finding reliable removal and packing services on a budget is a priority. As removal costs can vary widely based on factors like property size, move distance, and specific required services, it’s crucial to approach this task armed with a comprehensive understanding of potential expenses. For those curious about the nuances of packing services, including the factors that influence their…

When moving house, it can seem like everything is up in the air. You have your possessions in boxes, you never quite know where anything is, and you’re sometimes even living between two locations for a while. It’s said that moving house is one of the most stressful times of anyone’s life - so it’s no wonder you’re here looking for tips on how to make the whole experience a little easier. Because of this, it’s important to have a system in place, and to know that you’ve got a process to make your move as seamless and successful as…

Often, it isn’t until you begin the process of packing your home up, that you realise just how many things you own that are breakable or fragile. When it comes to moving house, it’s always better to be too careful rather than too optimistic. One of the biggest tips we give people when they move house and take on the mammoth task of packing up their belongings is that each room needs to be packed in different ways, and often, different items need different kinds of packing equipment and boxes. For example, packing a lifetime’s collection of books is going…

Moving home and hiring a removal van can be stressful and there are a lot of things to organise. From boxing up your possessions to transporting everything to the new place, every stage of your move needs to be planned with precision. Timing is key, particularly if you have a contract deadline or you’re working towards a completion date on a property. So you’ll want to make sure the removals process is as seamless and stress-free as possible. Hiring a van is an easy way to get things from A to B, but where do you start in finding the…