Moving on Quotes
Moving on from one home to the next involves more than loading boxes into a van. From getting accurate quotes to managing pets and packing fragile items safely, this guide covers the practical side. Giant Van provides insured UK removals from £149 and is rated 4.8/5 on Trustpilot.
Moving house price starts from £149 with Giant Van for a full house removal. For cats, confine to one room on moving day and keep indoors 3 weeks after arrival. Get fixed quotes not estimates. Rated 4.8/5 on Trustpilot. Call +44 7414 655129.
Understanding Moving House Price Before You Commit
Moving house price is influenced by more variables than most people realise at the outset.
The obvious ones are distance and volume.
Less obvious factors include the day of the week (Fridays cost more), the time of month (end-of-month is peak), and access conditions at both addresses.
A ground-floor flat with parking outside costs meaningfully less to service than a third-floor flat on a controlled parking street.
Get at least three quotes and make sure each one is based on the same information: exact property sizes, floor levels, parking situation, and your moving date.
A quote without those details is an estimate, not a price.
Giant Van provides fixed-price quotes that do not change on moving day.
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Moving house with pets requires preparation beyond the cat-specific advice that gets most attention online.
Dogs handle house moves differently from cats.
Most dogs are highly aware of changes in routine and may become anxious as boxes appear and furniture disappears.
The best approach for dogs is to maintain normal walk and meal times as much as possible in the weeks before moving.
On moving day, ask a friend or family member to take the dog out for a long walk timed to coincide with the busiest part of the loading.
If the dog must be at the property during the move, keep it in one room with food, water, and a familiar blanket.
Confine it away from the front door and the loading area.
In the new property, set up a secure room before releasing the dog to explore.
Check all fencing and gate latches before allowing the dog access to the garden.
For anxious dogs, a vet consultation before moving day to discuss short-term anxiety medication is worthwhile.
Small animals including rabbits, guinea pigs, and hamsters should travel in secure, ventilated carriers.
Fish require careful transit in sealed bags with sufficient oxygen — most aquarium retailers can advise on bagging technique for transport.
Getting Accurate Moving House Quotes: What to Tell Removers
The accuracy of a moving house quote depends on the accuracy of the information you provide.
Removal companies quote based on volume (how much fits in the van) and distance (how long the journey takes).
To get an accurate quote, tell the remover: the exact postcodes of both properties, the property types (flat or house), floor levels for flats (and whether a goods lift is available), parking availability at both ends (private drive, permit bay, double yellow line, controlled zone), any items requiring specialist handling (piano, safe, hot tub, arcade machine, large American fridge-freezer), and if you need packing service or are self-packing.
Do not underestimate your volume.
The most common cause of moving day surprises is a quote given for fewer boxes than actually exist.
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A house moving checklist that covers both the logistics and the wellbeing of your pets makes for a calmer moving day.
Giant Van's crews work efficiently and understand that a stressed household — animals included — benefits from a removal team that communicates clearly about timing and sequencing.
House removals from £149, BAR-member, fully insured.
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Moving on Quotes — FAQs
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Reviewed by Aqib Hassan, CTO & Co-founder at Giant Van
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