Find a removal company in Cardiff

If you don't have a driveway, or your street is in a residents' parking zone, as much of Cathays, Roath and Canton is, your firm may need bays suspended so the van can park outside. Suspensions go through Cardiff Council and need applying for in advance, so ask your removal company early whether they'll arrange it.

Experienced local movers regularly deal with:

• Narrow Victorian streets in Canton, Pontcanna and Roath, where a large van can't always park close to the door
• Cardiff Bay apartments that need lift bookings and building management approval before moving day
• City-centre road closures on Principality Stadium match and event days
• Busy late-summer and September weeks when student lets change over in Cathays

It mainly depends on the size of your home and how far you're going. A one- or two-bed flat usually takes half a day to load and unload, and a three- or four-bed house takes a full day. If you've booked a packing service, most firms pack the day before, so allow two days in total.

Full packing for a three-bed home typically adds £300 to £500 to your removal quote. You can keep costs down by packing books, clothes and other easy items yourself, and leaving fragile things to the professionals.

Reputable removal firms carry goods-in-transit insurance, but the level of cover varies, so check what's included before you book. If something is damaged, tell the firm in writing as soon as you can and include photos. Most firms set a time limit for claims, so check the terms in your quote.