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If you don't have a driveway, or your street has permit or pay-and-display bays, your firm may need bays suspended so the van can park outside. Sheffield City Council charges a £31.60 admin fee plus £6.45 per bay per day outside the city centre, and needs at least 14 days' notice, so ask your removal company early whether they'll arrange it.

Experienced local movers regularly deal with:

• Steep hills in Crookes, Walkley and around Broomhill, where the van can't always park close to the door
• Terraces in Hillsborough and Burngreave with rear-yard-only access that needs planning in advance
• The Clean Air Zone around the city centre and Supertram lines on key routes
• Busy June and September weeks when student lets change over in Broomhill, Crookes and around Ecclesall Road

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.