Pack and Move Companies
Pack and move companies handle TVs, monitors, desktop PCs, games consoles, and sound systems on almost every job. Electronics are expensive, fragile, and awkward to pack. A cracked TV screen or a damaged motherboard is not a £20 fix. This guide covers how to protect each category of electronic equipment during a house move.
Pack TVs upright in original boxes or wrapped in blankets. Photograph all cable connections.
Remove graphics cards from desktop PCs.
Back up data.
Giant Van includes electronics in every insured move from £149.
How We Approach How to Pack Electronics Safely
A mover packer always transports TVs upright, never flat.
Laying a TV flat puts pressure on the screen from its own weight, and any bump during transit can crack the panel.
If you kept the original box, use it.
The moulded polystyrene inserts are designed to absorb exactly the forces the TV will experience.
If you do not have the original packaging, wrap the screen in a soft blanket or large towel, then cover the whole TV in bubble wrap.
Place it in a large box or between two pieces of rigid cardboard taped together.
In the van, TVs go upright against the side wall, wedged securely between mattresses or sofa cushions.
Never stack anything on top.
Monitors follow the same rules.
Remove adjustable stands and pack them separately to avoid snapping the mount.
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What Comes Standard With How to Pack Electronics Safely
Professional pack and move companies handle electronics with a specific process.
TVs get wrapped in moving blankets and secured with stretch wrap, then strapped upright in the van.
Monitors travel the same way.
Desktop PCs are laid on their side with padding around all edges, and graphics cards are removed if they are heavy aftermarket units that can snap during transit.
Games consoles go into medium boxes with bubble wrap on all sides.
Sound systems are wrapped individually with cables bundled and labelled.
Routers, modems, and set-top boxes get their own small box with all cables taped to the unit.
The crew photographs cable connections behind entertainment centres and desks before disconnecting.
This photograph is the reconnection guide at the new property.
All electronic items are covered by goods in transit insurance.
High-value items (TVs over £1,000, gaming PCs) should be declared before the move to ensure the per-item insurance limit matches the replacement cost.
Giant Van's pack and move service from £149 covers all electronics alongside the rest of the house.
How to Pack Electronics Safely: Start Here
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Preparation starts 48 hours before moving day.
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Back up all computer data to an external drive or cloud storage.
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Data recovery from a damaged drive costs £300 to £1,500, so this step is essential.
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Photograph the cable setup behind every TV, monitor, and desktop.
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Use coloured stickers or tape to match each cable to its socket.
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Disconnect everything and bundle cables with velcro straps or elastic bands.
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Label each bundle with the device name.
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Remove external hard drives, USB drives, and memory cards from computers.
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Electronics need different handling than standard household items.
The key differences are: static sensitivity (wrap components in anti-static bags if available), screen fragility (TVs and monitors must travel upright, never flat), weight distribution (desktop PCs have heavy components that shift internally), and cable management (a tangle of unlabelled cables adds hours to setup at the new property).
Temperature matters too.
Electronics should not sit in a hot van for extended periods.
On summer moves, load electronics last so they spend minimal time in the vehicle.
Hard drives are particularly sensitive to impact.
Solid-state drives (SSDs) handle vibration better than traditional spinning drives (HDDs).
If your computer has an HDD, remove it and transport it in your car wrapped in anti-static packaging.
Pack and move companies handle these details as standard.
DIY movers often miss the cable photography step and the static precautions, which creates problems at the other end.
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Giant Van crews handle TVs, monitors, computers, and audio equipment on most house moves.
Every item is wrapped in blankets, secured in the van, and covered by goods in transit insurance.
High-value electronics should be declared before the move to ensure adequate per-item cover.
The pack and move service from £149 includes electronics packing with all materials.
Crews photograph cable setups before disconnecting and reconnect items at the destination on request.
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Packing Electronics Yourself vs Using Pack and Move Companies
Furniture packaging for electronics follows one rule: immobilise the item completely inside its container.
If you can shake the box and hear movement, add more padding.
Back up all computer data to an external drive or cloud storage before moving day.
Drives can survive the physical move but data recovery from a damaged drive costs £300 to £1,500.
Giant Van handles electronics on every house move, with full insurance included.
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Electronics are expensive, fragile, and awkward to pack.
A cracked TV screen or a damaged hard drive costs more than most removal fees.
Photograph cable setups, back up data, and remove heavy graphics cards before the move.
Pack and move companies like Giant Van handle electronics on every job with proper wrapping, upright transport, and full insurance.
Packing service from £149, man and van from £49.
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Pack and Move Companies — FAQs
Do movers and packers insure electronics during a move?
Movers and packers with goods in transit insurance cover electronics during the move. Check the per-item limit on the policy, as TVs and computers can exceed standard single-item caps of £500 to £1,000. Declare high-value electronics in advance and ask about increased cover if needed. Giant Van includes insurance on every booking.
Should I use a furniture pack or original packaging for electronics?
Original packaging is always better for electronics because the moulded inserts match the product exactly. If you do not have original boxes, a furniture pack approach using bubble wrap, blankets, and snug-fitting cardboard works as a substitute. The key is preventing movement inside the box. Fill every gap with scrunched paper or foam.
Should I remove the graphics card from my PC before using pack and move companies?
Remove heavy aftermarket graphics cards before a move. Large GPUs (RTX 4080, 4090, or equivalent) weigh 1.5 to 2kg and are held by a single PCIe slot. Transit vibration and sudden stops can snap the slot or bend the card. Remove the card, wrap it in an anti-static bag, and pack it separately in a small box with bubble wrap.
Integrated graphics and lightweight cards can stay installed.
How do pack and move companies transport flat-screen TVs?
Pack and move companies wrap flat-screen TVs in moving blankets, then secure them with stretch wrap. The TV travels upright in the van, strapped to the wall or held in a TV box. TVs should never travel flat because weight on the screen causes panel damage. Original packaging is ideal if available. Without it, a blanket-and-strap setup protects the screen.
Giant Van handles TVs on most house moves.
Do I need to back up my computer before a house move?
Yes. Back up all computer data to an external drive or cloud storage at least 48 hours before the move. Hard drives can survive the physical move, but data recovery from a damaged drive costs £300 to £1,500. An external backup takes 1 to 4 hours depending on data volume.
Cloud backups via Google Drive, iCloud, or OneDrive provide a second layer of protection.
Are electronics covered by removal insurance during a house move?
Electronics are covered by goods in transit insurance during a house move. Check the per-item limit on the policy, as TVs and gaming PCs can exceed standard limits of £500 to £1,000. Declare any electronic item worth more than the limit before the move. Giant Van includes insurance on every booking.
Enhanced cover for high-value electronics is available on request during the pre-move survey.
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Sources and further reading
These are the official UK sources that set the rules for a job like this one. Each link goes straight to the source so you can check it yourself. Links open in a new tab.
- WRAP
WRAP's guidance on reuse and recycling, including what to do with packing materials and bulky items you no longer want.
- HSE — Manual handling at work: a brief guide (INDG143)
The Health and Safety Executive's guide to lifting and carrying heavy loads without injuring yourself.
- Consumer Rights Act 2015, s.49 (reasonable care and skill)
Section 49 of the Consumer Rights Act 2015: a service you pay for must be carried out with reasonable care and skill.
- Consumer Contracts (Information, Cancellation and Additional Charges) Regulations 2013
The regulations covering what a trader must tell you before you book, and your right to cancel a service booked online or by phone.
All links checked on or after 1 August 2026.
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