Movers and Packers in Southampton

Compare vetted removal companies in Southampton · Hampshire. Local crews cover Portswood. Shirley. Bitterne. Ocean Village and Bassett. Southampton has a large pool of firms. Including specialists in shipping and international part-loads via the docks.

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Vetted removal companies serving Southampton

Covering Portswood. Shirley. Bitterne. Ocean Village and Bassett. These are real local firms with public reviews. Always check their insurance before you book.

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Solent Removals

Based in Southampton

Real local firm
9.92/10
221 reviews on Checkatrade

A Southampton team for house moves and office jobs and man and van work. Reviewers praise a polite crew who protect walls and furniture.

  • House Removals
  • Office Relocation
  • Man & Van
  • Storage Services
  • Packing
  • Covers Southampton
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Totton & Hythe Removals

Based in Southampton

Real local firm
10/10
34 reviews on Checkatrade

A friendly local firm covering Totton and Hythe and wider Southampton. Customers mention flexible booking and careful handling.

  • House Removals
  • Man & Van
  • Storage Services
  • Packing
  • Covers Southampton
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South Downs Removals

Based in Southampton

Real local firm
10/10
10 reviews on Checkatrade

Calm and professional house moves around Southampton. Reviewers mention detailed invoices and helpful moving checklists.

  • House Removals
  • Office Relocation
  • Storage Services
  • Packing
  • Covers Southampton
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The Man In A Van Southampton

Based in Netley

Real local firm

A man and van outfit near Southampton known for friendly service. A strong local reputation with many repeat customers.

  • House Removals
  • Man & Van
  • Storage Services
  • Covers Southampton
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Stellar Removals and Storage

Based in Romsey

Real local firm

A Romsey based mover with competitive house moving quotes. Customers describe an accommodating owner even with late changes.

  • House Removals
  • Storage Services
  • Packing
  • Covers Southampton

Movers in Southampton you can actually trust

Picking movers in Southampton can feel like a gamble. It does not have to. We list genuine local firms only so you can compare ratings side by side and call the ones you like.

Local favourites such as Solent Removals and South Downs Removals move families around Portswood every week. One thing worth knowing. Including specialists in shipping and international part-loads via the docks.

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Movers and packers in Southampton

Not every mover in Southampton packs. The ones that do can save you days. Movers and packers in Southampton bring the boxes and the tape and the know-how. You just point at what goes where.

  • Every box labelled by room for a faster unpack
  • Fragile only packing if you want to do the rest
  • TVs and mirrors packed in fitted cartons
  • Beds and wardrobes taken apart and rebuilt
  • Mattress covers and sofa wraps included

Packing usually adds £180 to £510 to a Southampton move depending on the size of your home.

How much do house movers in Southampton cost?

House movers in Southampton charge prices close to the UK average. A 2 or 3 bed move inside Hampshire usually lands between £515 and £1089.

House removal

£800

Typical range £515 to £1089

2 or 3 bed local move

Packing service

£320

Typical range £180 to £510

Added to your removal

Same day move

£400

Typical range £210 to £710

Short notice van and crew

Storage hire

£160

Typical range £90 to £260

Per month for a typical home

Every home is different. Use these numbers to sense check the quotes you get back rather than as a fixed price.

Local know-how for house movers in Southampton

Our team keeps notes on every town we cover. In Southampton the big one is access. Student streets in Portswood are double-parked in term time; high-rise Ocean Village flats need a booked service lift.

If your van needs a bay you book it through Southampton City Council. Budget £35–£70 bay suspension · 5 working days notice. Ask your mover to sort it as part of the quote.

Areas our listed firms cover include Portswood. Shirley. Bitterne. Ocean Village and Bassett.

Usually in your quote

  • Blankets and straps and furniture covers
  • Loading and unloading at both homes
  • Placing furniture in the right rooms

Things that may cost extra

  • Weekend or bank holiday dates
  • Long carries from the kerb in busy parts of Southampton
  • Taking apart and rebuilding furniture
  • Pianos and artwork and other delicate items

How long does a move in Southampton take?

A two bed home in Southampton usually takes four to six hours from the first box to the last. Add a few hours for a big family house or a long drive.

Buying a home in Southampton

  • You book and pay for your own removal
  • Agree timings with your solicitor if you move on completion day
  • Ask Southampton movers if they hold dates without a big deposit

Renting in Southampton

  • Ask your landlord or agent if they have a preferred mover
  • You may need van parking consent from Southampton City Council
  • Book end of tenancy cleaning for the day after you leave

How to choose movers in Southampton

Five checks we tell everyone moving in Southampton to make.

  • Ask to see their goods in transit and public liability cover
  • Get the quote in writing with every extra listed
  • Find out what happens if your completion is delayed
  • Ask who applies for the parking bay and who pays
  • Confirm how many crew are coming on the day

Urgent movers in Southampton

Need to move fast? Some Southampton movers can do same day or next day jobs. Sudden notice from a landlord or a quick job change are the usual reasons.

Movers near Southampton

Moving across Hampshire? See movers and packers in nearby towns.

Postcodes we cover in Southampton

The movers above work across every Southampton postcode district. Local areas include Portswood. Shirley. Bitterne. Ocean Village and Bassett.

  • SO14
  • SO15
  • SO16
  • SO17
  • SO18
  • SO19

Your Southampton moving checklist

  1. 1Eight weeks before. Get three quotes from Southampton movers and ask each one for a home or video survey.
  2. 2Six weeks before. Apply to Southampton City Council for a parking suspension. It costs around £35–£70 bay suspension · 5 working days notice.
  3. 3Four weeks before. Book your mover in writing and confirm their goods in transit insurance.
  4. 4Two weeks before. Start packing rooms you use least. Label every box with its room.
  5. 5One week before. Tell Southampton City Council and your utility firms your moving date. Redirect your post.
  6. 6Moving day. Clear the parking space early. Student streets in Portswood are double-parked in term time; high-rise Ocean Village flats need a booked service lift.

Removal FAQs for Southampton