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Do Removal Companies Offer Specialised Services for Items Like Pianos?

Piano protected by transit blankets Do Removal Companies Offer Specialised Services for Items Like Pianos?
Author Avatar Manny Sahmbi
14 Jan 2025
5 Min. To Read

Moving home is a significant undertaking, and while most of your belongings can be packed into boxes and moved without too much fuss, some items require a little more thought. You might be wondering, “Can a standard removal company handle my grandmother's antique grandfather clock or the piano I've had since childhood?” The answer is not always a simple yes or no.  While many removal companies can move basic items, when it comes to particularly large, fragile, or valuable items – things like pianos, large artworks, or delicate antiques - it's important to know that specialised services are often required,…

Are You Supposed to Help Movers Carry Things?

A person in a dark hoodie is methodically packing cardboard boxes labeled "small" in a room with stark white walls. Nearby, a countertop holds a jar as they prepare for storing items for what seems like an impending move to a spacious 6-bedroom house. Are You Supposed to Help Movers Carry Things?
Author Avatar Manny Sahmbi
14 Jan 2025
9 Min. To Read

Moving day can be a whirlwind. There’s so much going on, it's only natural to feel the urge to jump in and lend a hand. You've likely hired professional movers, but that doesn't stop the nagging question: "Should I be helping them carry things?" It’s a common thought, and thankfully, the short answer is: absolutely not - it’s not expected or required. Let’s unpack that a little bit, shall we? The Movers Are the Experts You've hired a removals company, like Happy2Move, for a reason: they’re trained professionals. Our teams do this day in, day out. They’re experts in lifting…

Planning Your House Move: When to Book Your Removal Company

Tips for downsizing home Planning Your House Move: When to Book Your Removal Company
Author Avatar Manny Sahmbi
08 Jan 2025
3 Min. To Read

In the bustling London property market, timing is everything. While the ideal booking window is typically 4-6 weeks before your move, every situation is unique, and flexibility is often possible with the right removal partner. How far in advance should you book a removal company? The recommended 4-6 week window gives both you and your removal company optimal time to prepare. This period allows for proper planning, detailed quotations, and ensures you have access to your preferred moving date. However, at Happy2Move, we understand that circumstances don't always allow for such advance planning, and we pride ourselves on accommodating shorter…

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best removals companies in london 2024 The Best Removals Companies in London [2024]

The Best Removals Companies in London [2024]

Author Avatar Manny Sahmbi
03 Mar 2024
8 Min. To Read

This guide walks you through the steps involved when vetting and ultimately choosing the best removals company for your move. Now we appreciate that there is an obvious bias with us being in the removals space ourselves, and yes to save you from scrolling, we are (in our humble opinion) one of the best options available in the London area. This article allows us to explain exactly why we believe this - think of it as a mini elevator pitch! We've reviewed ourselves and our competitors using the exact same criteria to ensure fairness, and we openly admit when other…

Inside a storage warehouse What Is Self-Storage, Why You Need It & How to Find It

What Is Self-Storage, Why You Need It & How to Find It

Author Avatar Manny Sahmbi
20 Feb 2024
4 Min. To Read

Are you weighted down by your belongings? One too many armchairs cluttering your living room? Or you're simply looking for a little bit of extra space. Whatever your situation, there's a simple solution: self-storage. Since the late 1960s, self-storage facilities have provided convenient units where you can store your possessions. As low-cost temporary storage that comes in a range of sizes, they're a fantastic tool. Although first launched in Texas, this handy storage phenomenon is far from limited to the United States. 100s of providers work all across the UK, with storage facilities ranging from <5,000 sq. ft. to over…

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