How to prepare for a flat move in London
Flat moves in London succeed or stall on access. A little prep gets you a tighter fixed quote and a calmer day.
Access photos
- Stairwell from top and bottom
- Tightest turn on the landing
- Lift doors (if any)
- Where the van can actually stop
Simple inventory
List rooms and big pieces — sofa, beds, wardrobe, white goods. You don't need a spreadsheet; a voice note and photos are enough for most one and two-beds.
Building rules
Book goods lifts, warn neighbours, and check quiet hours. Walk-ups need honest floor counts so we send enough people.
Day-of habits
- 1Clear hallways before the crew rings the buzzer.
- 2Protect shared carpets if the freeholder requires it.
- 3Keep the kettle accessible.
- 4Do a cupboard sweep before you hand keys back.
Guides for smaller flats start from around £249 as a fixed quote — details on flat removals.
Planning a flat move?
WhatsApp a few photos and addresses — most replies within about one working hour.
Writer
Sameer writes practical, no-nonsense moving guides for Londoners — drawn from real jobs across all 32 boroughs, covering vans, packing, permits and fixed-price removals.
