The move and item list
Discuss the furniture, boxes and other household items to be moved, including anything particularly large, heavy or delicate.
Switch On Property Services
Home removals & moving help
A smoother move starts with a clear picture of the load, both addresses and the handover timings.
What does this service cover?
Home removals involve planning and moving agreed household items between locations. Switch On reviews the collection and delivery addresses, item list, access and timings, then confirms the staffing, vehicle arrangements and quote before a move is booked.
- Service
- Home removals
- Provider
- Switch On Property Service Limited · Company no. 17558168
- Price
- From £45.00/hour
- Areas
- Ilford, East London & nearby — coverage confirmed with your quote
- Booking
- Only after scope, price and availability are agreed
Agree the work before it begins
Build the right scope for your property.
These are starting points for your quote. The team confirms the tasks, access and any extras for the job you actually need.
Loading and unloading
Identify the help needed at each address and the access routes, rather than assuming the same requirements at both ends.
Collection and delivery planning
Share postcodes, dates, key timings and building restrictions so the journey and arrival window can be reviewed.
Crew and vehicle arrangements
Switch On has a team and a branded van. Suitability, staffing, vehicle capacity and any additional trips must be assessed for your particular move.
Ask about these separately
- Packing or unpacking support by prior agreement
- Furniture dismantling and reassembly where suitable
- Additional collection points, delivery stops or trips
- A separate end-of-tenancy clean or move-in handyman visit
What is not automatically included
- Unlisted specialist, hazardous or unusually heavy items
- An assumed single van-load or guaranteed number of trips
- Storage, waste disposal or unagreed additional stops
- Specialist lifting equipment or restricted-access work without assessment
Make the visit easier
Prepare for moving day.
A few practical details help the team assess the job and avoid assumptions about access, materials or the work involved.
- 01
Make an item list and flag large, fragile or high-value items for assessment.
- 02
Provide both addresses, floor levels, stairs, lifts and walking distances.
- 03
Discuss parking, loading restrictions and access at collection and delivery.
- 04
Agree packing responsibilities and label boxes clearly.
- 05
Share key collection, lift-booking and handover deadlines before confirming the plan.
Clear quotes, no guesswork
What affects your quote?
The right price depends on the job. Share the details and ask for the agreed work and any extras to be set out before booking.
Get a tailored quote- Number, size and type of items
- Journey, collection and delivery points
- Stairs, lifts, loading distances and parking
- Staffing, vehicle suitability and number of trips
- Packing, assembly and any separately agreed tasks
See the current booking estimate for live rates, minimum charges and appointment fees. Your written quote confirms the scope. A quote request does not take payment or reserve an appointment.
Current prices · Ilford & London
Removals · hourly rates
1 man + van
£45.00Per hour · 2h minimum £90.00
Book now →1 man + Luton
£55.00Per hour · 2h minimum £110.00
Book now →2 men + Luton
£65.00Per hour · 2h minimum £130.00
Book now →Prices shown are estimates based on average-sized properties and the details you provide. Larger rooms, property condition, access or additional work may affect the price. Please provide accurate, complete details so we can give the most accurate quote. Any change will be explained and agreed with you before work starts.
Cash on completion. Appointment charges and extras appear in your booking estimate. Final written price and appointment to be agreed.
From enquiry to an agreed job
Three clear steps.
- 01
Share the details
Choose your service and tell us about the property, the scope and your preferred date.
- 02
Review the quote
The team checks suitability and availability, then discusses the scope, price and arrangements.
- 03
Confirm the plan
The job is booked once the details are agreed. Changes or extra tasks need to be reviewed with the team.
Your questions, answered
Home removals FAQs
Clear answers to help you decide what to request and what to confirm before booking.
How do I get an accurate removal quote?
Provide collection and delivery postcodes, an item list, property sizes, floor levels, lift availability, parking and your preferred date. Describe bulky or delicate items. The team may need more detail before agreeing staffing, vehicle arrangements and the final quote.
Will my whole move fit in one van?
That cannot be assumed. Switch On will review the item list, the vehicle available and access at both addresses. The quote needs to confirm the vehicle plan and whether additional trips or other arrangements are required.
Can you help with packing and furniture assembly?
Ask for these tasks specifically. Packing materials, dismantling and reassembly are not automatically included in a moving quote. Availability and suitability depend on the items, tools, time and scope agreed.
What if there are stairs or limited parking?
Tell the team about both addresses, including floor levels, lift sizes, parking rules and loading distances. These affect the plan, crew requirements and time allowance. Do not leave access restrictions until moving day.
Can you move delicate or high-value items?
Flag these items before a quote is agreed. The team must assess suitability and confirm any packing, handling, cover or exclusions. Do not assume specialist handling or insurance terms that have not been confirmed for the move.
Can I combine removals with an end-of-tenancy clean?
Yes. Include both services, the expected moving time and the property handover deadline. The team will review the order of the jobs and confirm what can be coordinated before bookings are agreed.
What happens if my key collection time changes?
Tell Switch On as soon as possible so the arrangements can be reviewed. Waiting, changed access or rescheduling should be handled according to the terms agreed for your quote. A preferred date alone is not a confirmed moving slot.
If there is more on your list
Services that can work together.
Ask about related work in the same request. Each service is assessed and quoted for its own scope.
Start with your property and your priorities
Ready to plan your next step?
Tell us what you need and where. We will review the details with you.