Removals

Removals in Kennington by Kennington Movers

Kennington Movers provides reliable, local removals in Kennington for homes and businesses of all sizes. With years of hands-on experience in London moves, we understand the streets, properties and access challenges around Kennington, Oval, Vauxhall and the surrounding areas, and we plan every move carefully to keep things smooth and stress-free.

Every move is carried out by our own trained, uniformed and fully insured removals team using purpose-built vehicles and professional packing materials. Whether you are moving a studio flat, a family home, a student room or a full office, we handle your belongings as if they were our own.

What Our Kennington Removals Service Includes

Our core service is straightforward: we safely move your belongings from your current property to your new one, on time and in good condition. We tailor each job to your needs, but a typical removals service in Kennington includes:

• Collection from houses, flats, offices, storage units or student halls
• Careful protection of furniture and furnishings
• Loading and securing items in our removals vans
• Transport to your new address anywhere in the UK
• Unloading and placing items in the rooms you choose

We offer several service variations so you can choose the level of help you want:

• Standard removals – you pack, we move
• Full packing and removals – we pack, move and place everything
• Part packing – for example, just the kitchen, fragile items or wardrobes
• Removals with short- or long-term storage
• Office and commercial removals including IT and files

Local Expertise in Kennington

Kennington and the surrounding SE11 area have a mix of Georgian terraces, mansion blocks, modern apartments and office spaces. Parking and access can be tight, and there are specific loading restrictions and bus lanes to consider. Because we work here every week, we know:

• How to plan for controlled parking zones and permits
• Best times of day to avoid major congestion on Kennington Lane and Kennington Park Road
• Common layout and stairwell issues in local blocks and estates
• Local storage options when you need a gap between moving out and in

This local knowledge helps us keep moves punctual, efficient and well organised.

Who Our Removals Service Is For

Homeowners

Whether you are upsizing, downsizing or relocating out of London, we handle full house moves, including large furniture, white goods, outdoor items and garages. We can coordinate with your completion date and work closely with your schedule.

Renters

From studio flats to multi-bedroom rentals, we regularly help tenants move between properties, often with tight staircases, lifts and limited parking. We are careful with communal areas to help you avoid end-of-tenancy disputes.

Landlords

We assist landlords with tenant changeover removals, clearance of unwanted items, and moves between furnished and unfurnished lets. We work to fixed timescales so new tenants can move in on schedule.

Businesses

Our office and commercial removals service helps small and medium-sized businesses move within Kennington or to new premises across London and the UK. We can move desks, chairs, filing, stock and IT equipment with minimal downtime.

Students

We provide cost-effective student moves to and from halls, shared houses and storage. This includes partial loads and shared van services where appropriate to keep costs sensible.

Items We Can and Cannot Move

Items Typically Included

• Household furniture: sofas, beds, wardrobes, tables, chairs, bookcases
• Appliances: washing machines, fridges, freezers, cookers (disconnected)
• Personal belongings: clothes, books, ornaments, toys
• Electronics: TVs, computers, sound systems, printers
• Office furniture and equipment, boxed archives and stock
• Outdoor items: garden furniture, tools, barbecues (cleaned), bikes

Items Excluded or by Prior Arrangement

For safety, legal and insurance reasons, some items are excluded or require special arrangements:

• Hazardous materials (fuel, paint thinners, gas cylinders, chemicals)
• Illegal items of any kind
• Live animals (we can recommend dedicated pet transport services)
• High-value collections (art, antiques, jewellery) without prior agreement
• Large pianos, safes or machinery without a specialist survey
• Food from open containers or perishable goods for long-distance moves

If you are unsure about a particular item, just ask in advance and we will confirm what is possible.

Our Step-by-Step Removals Process

1. Enquiry & Quote

You contact us with basic details: where you are moving from and to, your moving date, property size and any special requirements. We provide an initial estimate or arrange a survey if needed. Our quotes are clear and itemised so you understand exactly what is included.

2. Survey (Virtual or Onsite)

For anything more than a very small move, we recommend a survey. This can be done via video call or a visit to your property. We assess access, parking, volume of goods, fragile or high-value items, and any dismantling or reassembly required. This allows us to allocate the right team, vehicle and time, and to confirm a firm price.

3. Packing & Preparation

On a full or part packing service, our professional packers arrive with sturdy boxes, tape, paper, bubble wrap and specialist covers. We label boxes clearly by room and contents. For standard removals, we provide guidance on how to pack safely and efficiently yourself. Either way, we protect your furniture with covers, blankets and wraps before loading.

4. Loading & Transport

On moving day, our trained team arrives on time, walks through the plan with you, and begins loading. We use proper lifting techniques, floor protection where needed, and secure everything inside the van using straps and blankets. We then transport your belongings directly to your new property, using the most suitable route for timing and safety.

5. Unloading & Placement

At the destination, we unload items and place them into the rooms you specify. We reassemble any furniture we dismantled as agreed, position large items, and place boxes in the correct rooms to make unpacking easier. Before we leave, we check you are satisfied and that nothing is left on the vehicle.

Transparent Pricing Explained

Every move is different, so we price based on the work actually required rather than a flat guess. Our removal costs typically depend on:

• Property size and volume of belongings
• Distance between addresses
• Access and parking difficulty
• Level of service (move only, part packing, full packing)
• Extra services such as storage or specialist items

We provide fixed-price quotes wherever possible, so you know what you will pay before you book. There are no hidden charges for stairs or standard waiting times; any potential extras (for example, key delays beyond an agreed period) are explained clearly in advance.

Why Choose Professional Removals Over DIY

Hiring a professional removals company is not just about convenience; it is about reducing risk and protecting your belongings. Compared with DIY or a casual man-and-van service, we provide:

• Trained staff who know how to lift, carry and load safely
• Proper equipment: trolleys, straps, blankets, covers and ramps
• Purpose-built vehicles with load-securing points
• Goods in transit insurance and public liability cover
• Clear communication and a written booking confirmation

This means fewer breakages, less stress, and a much lower chance of injury or property damage. For larger or more complex moves, the cost difference compared to DIY is often far outweighed by the time and hassle saved.

Insurance and Professional Standards

Your belongings are important to you, and their safety is central to how we operate. Kennington Movers is fully compliant with UK regulations for removals operators and carries appropriate insurance:

• Goods in transit insurance – covering your possessions while they are in our care and vehicles
• Public liability cover – protecting against accidental damage to property or third parties
• Trained moving teams – health and safety aware, experienced in handling fragile and bulky items

We follow industry best practice for wrapping, loading and transporting items. Our paperwork clearly sets out our responsibilities and your responsibilities, so everything is transparent from the outset.

Care, Protection and Sustainability

We take pride in careful handling and responsible working practices. On every move we:

• Use padded covers for sofas, mattresses and key furniture pieces
• Protect doors, bannisters and floors where needed
• Secure loads inside vehicles to prevent shifting
• Train staff in safe lifting to reduce accidents and injuries

From a sustainability perspective, we aim to:

• Reuse good-quality cartons where appropriate
• Offer collection of our boxes after unpacking for reuse or recycling
• Plan routes efficiently to cut unnecessary mileage
• Use recyclable packing materials wherever possible

Our goal is to move you efficiently while minimising waste and environmental impact.

Common Real-World Removals We Handle

Moving House in Kennington

From first-time buyers to growing families, we handle full house moves within Kennington or to destinations across the UK. We are familiar with coordinating keys and completion times, managing parking suspensions and working with building managers in larger developments.

Office and Business Relocations

We regularly move small offices, shops and studios in and around SE11. We can schedule moves outside normal working hours, label and organise IT equipment carefully, and keep critical items accessible so you can get back to work quickly.

Urgent and Short-Notice Moves

Plans sometimes change at the last minute. Where our schedule allows, we offer same-day or short-notice removals in Kennington. Even on urgent moves, we maintain the same standards of planning, protection and communication; we simply work faster and more flexibly around your changing needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do removals in Kennington usually cost?

Costs vary depending on property size, access, distance and the level of service you choose. A small local flat move might be a few hundred pounds, while a larger house move with full packing will cost more. We do not use one-size-fits-all pricing because every move is different. Instead, we assess your specific requirements and provide a clear, fixed quote before you book. This way you know exactly what is included and can compare options fairly without worrying about hidden extras.

Can you do same-day or urgent removals?

Where our schedule permits, we can arrange same-day or very short-notice moves in Kennington and the surrounding areas. Availability will depend on the size of your move, the distance and how many vehicles and staff we already have booked that day. For urgent jobs, we focus on the essentials: getting you safely moved, protecting key items and keeping disruption to a minimum. Contact us as soon as you know your dates and we will let you know what is realistically possible.

Are my belongings insured during the move?

Yes. We carry goods in transit insurance which covers your belongings while they are in our care and vehicles, plus public liability cover for accidental damage to property or third parties. Like all insurance, there are limits and exclusions, which we explain clearly in our terms. For particularly high-value items such as fine art or antiques, we may recommend additional cover or a specialist mover. We are happy to discuss your specific items so you can be fully comfortable with the level of protection in place.

What is included in a professional removals service?

A standard removals service includes supplying the right vehicle and team, safely loading your furniture and boxes, transporting them to your new property, and unloading them into the rooms you choose. We protect furniture, use blankets and covers, and secure everything in the van. Optional extras include packing, dismantling and reassembly of furniture, materials supply and storage. Before you book, we set out exactly what is included in writing so there is no confusion about who does what on moving day.

How is a removals company different from a man-and-van?

A casual man-and-van service might be fine for a few items, but it usually lacks the structure, insurance and trained staff of a professional removals company. We provide written quotes and confirmations, carry specialist equipment and protective materials, use purpose-built vehicles and employ trained movers. This means better planning, safer handling and clearer accountability if something goes wrong. For full home or office moves, the difference in outcomes – fewer damages, less stress, tighter timing – is often significant.

How far in advance should I book my removal?

For most moves, we recommend booking as soon as your dates are fairly certain, ideally two to four weeks in advance. This gives you the best choice of dates and allows us to arrange parking suspensions or building access if needed. That said, we understand that exchange and completion dates can move. We try to be as flexible as possible and can often accommodate shorter notice. The earlier you contact us to discuss your likely timeframe, the easier it is to reserve space in our schedule.