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What to Expect and How to Choose
A removal companies packing service handles all the wrapping, boxing, and labelling so you do not have to. Giant Van offers this service nationwide, covering everything from fragile crockery to flat-pack furniture. Get a fixed quote and a confirmed crew by calling 020 3129 6180.
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Quick AnswerRemoval companies packing services across the whole of the UK. Crews operate from hubs in London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Bristol, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Cardiff, Liverpool, Sheffield, Nottingham, Leicester, Newcastle, and Southampton. Moves between cities and towns across England, Scotland, and Wales are covered as standard. For rural or remote addresses, call 020 3129 6180 to confirm crew availability and get a fixed quote that includes all packing materials and labour for your location.
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What Is a Removal Companies Packing Service?
A removal companies packing service is when a trained crew arrives at your home on either the day before your move or on moving day itself and packs your belongings into professional-grade boxes and protective wrapping. You hand over a property full of loose items, and the team hands it back as a neatly stacked, labelled load ready for the van.
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The service covers every room unless you ask for a partial pack. Kitchens, bedrooms, home offices, and utility rooms all get the same treatment. Fragile items such as glassware, mirrors, and artwork receive double-wrap bubble protection. Heavy items such as books go into small, reinforced boxes so they stay manageable on the stairs and in the van.
This is different from a basic removal, where the crew only loads and unloads what you have already packed yourself. With a full packing service removals option, the company supplies all materials and takes responsibility for anything that breaks during transit as a direct result of how it was packed. That shifts the liability from you to the firm, which is one of the most practical reasons to book it.
Giant Van teams are trained to pack efficiently under time pressure. The average three-bedroom house takes around six to eight hours with a crew of two, though larger or more complex properties may take longer. You stay in the property and point out anything fragile or sentimental that needs extra care.
How Much Does a Packing Service from Removal Companies Cost?
Pricing for a removal companies packing service in the UK varies by property size, the amount of goods to be packed, and the region.
As a general guide, here is what most households pay in 2025:
One-bedroom flat: £150 to £300 for materials and labour.
Two-bedroom house: £250 to £450. Three-bedroom house: £400 to £700. Four or five-bedroom house: £650 to £1,200 or more.
These figures cover both the crew's time and the packing materials.
Some firms quote materials separately, so it is worth confirming whether boxes, bubble wrap, tissue paper, and tape are included or charged as extras. Giant Van includes all standard packing materials in its fixed quotes, so there are no surprise additions on moving day.
A partial packing service, where the crew only packs rooms you have not done yourself, typically costs 30 to 50 per cent less than a full pack.
If you have already done bedrooms and just want the kitchen and loft dealt with professionally, that is a viable way to reduce the bill.
Quotes can shift based on if you are moving midweek or at a weekend, we handle the crew on a separate day before your move date, and how far the property is from a city centre.
Midweek packing is usually cheaper than Friday or Saturday slots, which are the busiest moving days in the UK.
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Packing Service Costs at a Glance
Giant Van provides fixed-price quotes based on property size and the scope of packing required. One-bedroom flats typically start from around £150 for a partial pack including materials. Two-bedroom homes fall in the £250 to £450 range. Three-bedroom houses usually cost between £400 and £700 for a full packing service, and larger four or five-bedroom properties start from £650. All quotes include standard packing materials: boxes, bubble wrap, tape, and protective covers. Call 020 3129 6180 for a fixed quote with no hidden charges.
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All prices include a fully insured crew, van, and moving blankets. Packing services available as add-ons.
Get your exact price7 Tips for Getting the Best from a Packing Service Removals Team
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Anything you are not taking costs money to pack. Do a room-by-room clear-out at least a week before packing day so the crew is not wrapping things you planned to donate or bin.
Tell the team in person which items need extra care. A sticker, a sticky note, or simply putting valuable items in one place makes a clear handover.
Pack a personal bag with one night's essentials: chargers, medications, a change of clothes, and kettle basics. Keep this bag with you, not on the van.
Chests of drawers and filing cabinets are far easier to move when empty. The crew can pack the contents into boxes while you empty the drawers.
If the crew is arriving the day before your move, make sure access is arranged and that you know what time they are coming. Delays on packing day cascade into moving day.
Many firms offer an unpacking service too. If you book this upfront, the crew can label boxes by room at origin so unpacking at destination is faster and better organised.
This creates a record of the state items were in and makes reconnecting cables at the new property much easier.
How Removals in What to Expect and How to Choose Work
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Pick a date and time slot that works for you. Add packing materials or extra helpers if you need them.
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A fully insured crew arrives on time, wraps and loads your belongings, and delivers everything to your new home.
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What Is Included in a Full Packing Service with Giant Van
Giant Van's full packing service removals package covers the following as standard: All packing materials.
This includes double-wall cardboard boxes in small, medium, and large sizes, bubble wrap, packing paper, tissue paper, foam wrap for fragile items, and heavy-duty packing tape.
You do not need to source any of this yourself.
Room-by-room packing by trained staff.
The crew works systematically through each room, keeping items from the same room together.
Every box is labelled with the room it belongs to and a short description of its contents, making delivery and unpacking at the new address straightforward.
Specialist wrapping for fragile and high-value items.
Mirrors, pictures, televisions, crockery, and glassware are individually wrapped before being placed in appropriate boxes or specialist picture boxes.
Items are not bundled loosely.
Disassembly of basic flat-pack furniture.
Beds, wardrobes, and shelving units that need to come apart for transport are disassembled by the crew and reassembled at the destination.
This is included as standard, not an optional extra.
Mattress covers and sofa covers.
These protect upholstery from dust and damage during transit at no additional charge.
Contact Giant Van on to confirm what is included for your specific property type and move distance.
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DIY Move vs Professional Removal
DIY Move
- Van hire: £80–200 per day plus fuel
- No transit insurance for belongings
- Physical effort and injury risk
- Friends needed — plans fall through
- Multiple trips if van too small
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- Fixed price — no surprise charges
- £10,000 goods-in-transit insurance
- Trained crew handles heavy items
- Right-sized van every time
- Furniture blankets and straps provided
How the Process Works: From Quote to Moving Day
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Step one: get a quote.
Call or request a quote online. You will be asked for your property size, move date, distance, and we handle a full or partial pack. Giant Van provides fixed quotes with no hidden charges, so the price you receive is the price you pay.
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Step two: confirm your booking.
Once you accept the quote, you receive a written confirmation with the date, crew size, arrival time, and a list of what is included. Payment terms are agreed at this stage.
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Step three: pre-move survey for larger moves.
For four-bedroom properties or complex moves involving pianos, antiques, or large garden equipment, a surveyor may visit in advance to assess access and plan the logistics. This is done at no charge.
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Step four: packing day.
The crew arrives at the agreed time. You show them through the property and highlight anything of particular concern. They work room by room, typically starting with less-used rooms and finishing with the kitchen. At the end of the day, everything is boxed, labelled, and stacked ready for loading.
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Step five: moving day.
The van arrives and the boxes are loaded efficiently because they are already organised by room. Transit times vary by distance. On arrival at the new property, boxes go directly to the correct rooms and furniture is reassembled as agreed.
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UK Coverage: Where Giant Van Operates
Giant Van provides its removal companies packing service across England, Scotland, and Wales.
Coverage is nationwide, with crews based in major cities and regional hubs that allow same-day or next-day crew deployment across most of the UK.
Key areas served include London and the Greater London area, Birmingham and the West Midlands, Manchester and Greater Manchester, Leeds and West Yorkshire, Bristol and the South West, Edinburgh and Glasgow, Cardiff and South Wales, Liverpool and Merseyside, Sheffield, Nottingham, Leicester, Newcastle upon Tyne, and Southampton.
Moves between these cities are handled as standard long-distance removals, often completed in a single day for distances under 200 miles.
Overnight storage is available for longer moves where a second-day delivery is more practical.
Remote or rural addresses in Scotland, Wales, and the far South West are also covered, though lead times for booking may be longer outside major urban areas.
If you are unsure if your location is covered, a two-minute call to will confirm availability and give you an estimated crew travel cost if applicable.
Giant Van does not subcontract to third-party drivers.
All crews are employed and trained directly, which means consistent quality and a single point of contact for your entire move.
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Why Choose Giant Van for Your Packing Service Removals
Giant Van has been handling removals and packing services for thousands of households and businesses across the UK. Here is what sets the company apart from other removal companies offering packing services:
Fixed-price quotes with no hidden fees. The quote you receive covers materials, labour, and standard add-ons. There are no additional charges added on the day unless you explicitly request extra services that were not part of the original brief.
Directly employed crews. Every packer and mover who works on your move is a Giant Van employee. They are trained, insured, and vetted. This matters because many removal firms use freelance labour on busy weekends, which can lead to inconsistent quality and reduced accountability.
Goods in transit insurance. All items packed by the Giant Van team are covered by goods in transit insurance during the move. If something is broken as a result of packing or transit, the claim process is straightforward.
Flexible scheduling. Packing can be arranged the day before moving day or on the same day, depending on the size of the property and your preferences. Weekend and weekday slots are available.
Direct contact throughout. You will have a point of contact at Giant Van from the moment you book. Questions about access, parking permits, or storage can all be handled through a single number: .
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Alternatives to a Full Packing Service from Removal Companies
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Here are the main alternatives and when each one makes sense.
You source your own boxes and materials and pack everything before the removal crew arrives. This is the most affordable approach but requires significant time, typically 20 to 40 hours for a three-bedroom house. It also transfers liability for any breakages back to you, since the crew did not pack the items.
You pack rooms you are comfortable with, such as bedrooms with clothes and books, and the professional crew handles rooms that are harder to pack safely, such as the kitchen or home office with electronics. This strikes a balance between cost savings and professional handling of fragile or complex items.
Some removal firms offer to pack only breakable items and artwork. Everything else you handle yourself. This is a good option for house moves where the main concern is protecting specific high-value or sentimental pieces.
These are lower-cost options for smaller moves, typically a studio or one-bedroom flat with minimal furniture. Packing services are rarely included and the vehicles are smaller, so multiple trips may be needed. For larger homes or long distances, a full removal service from a company like Giant Van is more reliable and often more cost-effective overall.
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If you are moving a one-bedroom flat across town or a five-bedroom family home to a new city, a professional removal companies packing service removes one of the most time-consuming and stressful parts of the move.
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What to Expect and How to Choose — FAQs
What does a removal companies packing service include?
A full removal companies packing service includes all packing materials, room-by-room packing by trained staff, specialist wrapping for fragile items, labelled boxes organised by room, mattress and sofa covers, and basic furniture disassembly. Giant Van includes all of this as standard in its fixed quotes. Call to confirm what is covered for your specific property.
How much does a packing service from removal companies cost in the UK?
Costs in the UK range from around £150 for a one-bedroom flat to £700 or more for a three or four-bedroom house, depending on property size, volume of goods, and region. Giant Van provides fixed quotes that include all materials and labour. There are no charges added on the day unless you request services beyond the original brief. Call for a quote.
Is it worth paying for a packing service with removal companies?
For most households, yes. A professional packing service saves 20 to 40 hours of your time, reduces the risk of breakages through proper wrapping technique, and shifts liability for packing-related damage to the removal company. It is particularly good value for families with children, people moving long distances, and anyone with a large volume of fragile or high-value items at home.
How long does packing service removals take?
A two-person crew typically takes six to eight hours to complete a three-bedroom house. Smaller flats can be finished in three to four hours. Larger or more complex properties with loft contents, garden equipment, or extensive antiques collections may take longer. Giant Van schedules packing on a separate day before your move where needed to keep timings manageable on moving day.
Do removal companies supply boxes for packing services?
Yes. When you book a full packing service removals package, the company supplies all boxes, bubble wrap, tissue paper, foam wrap, and tape. You do not need to source any materials yourself. Giant Van includes all standard packing materials in its fixed price. The crew brings double-wall cardboard boxes in small, medium, and large sizes to the property on packing day.
Can I get a partial packing service if I have already packed some rooms?
Yes. A partial packing service lets the crew handle specific rooms or item types while you pack the rest yourself. This is a common choice for people who want professional help with kitchens, home offices, or fragile items but are happy to box up bedrooms independently. Partial packs typically cost 30 to 50 per cent less than a full service. Call to discuss your requirements.
Are my belongings insured when removal companies pack them?
When a removal company packs your belongings, any damage caused by the way items were packed is the firm's liability, provided you used their packing service. Giant Van carries goods in transit insurance covering items packed by its crews. If you pack your own boxes, the removal company is generally not liable for breakages caused by inadequate packing inside those boxes. Always confirm insurance terms before booking.
Does Giant Van offer packing services across the whole of the UK?
Yes. Giant Van provides packing service removals nationwide, including London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Bristol, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Cardiff, Liverpool, and many other cities and towns across England, Scotland, and Wales. All crews are directly employed by Giant Van. For remote or rural addresses, call to confirm availability and get a quote that includes any crew travel requirements.
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