Find a removal company in York

If you don't have a driveway, or your street is in a resident permit zone, your firm will need permission to park outside. A full suspension from City of York Council costs £272 and needs 21 days' notice, so many movers use a parking waiver instead. Ask your removal company early which they'll arrange.

Experienced local movers regularly deal with:

• Footstreets in the city centre that close to vehicles from around 10:30am to 5pm, so loading has to happen early
• Tight access inside the city walls, where a smaller shuttle van may be needed
• Resident permit parking on Victorian terraced streets in South Bank, Clifton and the Groves
• Race-day traffic around the Knavesmire and busy September weeks near the University of York

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.