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Removals costs when storage is involved
kst101
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My mum and dad are moving house to a new build in a couple of months and as part of their moving package they have removals paid for.
They are moving out of their current house at the beginning of September with new house not ready until end of October so they will need storage in between.
The builders' company were in touch yesterday and they said they have been told that the removal package only covers one move and as they will be moving items into storage and then into new house that this counts as two moves. Is this what usually happens with moves with storage involved? My mum and dad are moving about 200 miles from 4 bed to 3 bed but will have got rid of quite a bit of furniture.
I have suggested they get some quotes from other removals companies but was wondering what other people's experience of removals with storage is and whether they have paid double the amount of a "normal" move
Many thanks
They are moving out of their current house at the beginning of September with new house not ready until end of October so they will need storage in between.
The builders' company were in touch yesterday and they said they have been told that the removal package only covers one move and as they will be moving items into storage and then into new house that this counts as two moves. Is this what usually happens with moves with storage involved? My mum and dad are moving about 200 miles from 4 bed to 3 bed but will have got rid of quite a bit of furniture.
I have suggested they get some quotes from other removals companies but was wondering what other people's experience of removals with storage is and whether they have paid double the amount of a "normal" move
Many thanks
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Unless it is containerised as it is taken out of the house, it is 2 moves plus storage.
If it is containerised, then it is a single move plus a lift off, storage and a lift on. This would probably be best as they should only have topay for storage plus the container lifts.Hi, we’ve had to remove your signature. If you’re not sure why please read the forum rules or email the forum team if you’re still unsure - MSE ForumTeam0 -
If you find a local removal company that offers their own containerised storage (It's generally around £10 to £20 per week for each container which is about the size of a small transit van). Most companies offer a reduced price on taking the items out of storage and into your home if you have used them for storage. Ring around for quotes to find the best deal0
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Yes moving via store could double the price of a normal move whether it is containerised storage or not, containers take longer to load than a removals vehicle. Storage per container per week is about £8-£11 and each is approx. half the size of a Luton box transit van. This does sound corrrect what they have told you.0
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sakshikhanna I hope you haven't dragged up an old thread for personal gain!0
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