Packing and Boxes

Packing and Boxes in Bermondsey by Bermondsey Movers

At Bermondsey Movers we provide a specialist Packing and Boxes service for moves in and around Bermondsey. As local removals professionals, we know that careful packing is the difference between a smooth move and a stressful one. Our trained teams use strong, purpose-made materials to protect your belongings from start to finish.

What Our Packing and Boxes Service Includes

Our service is designed to take the time, risk and hassle out of preparing for your move. Whether you need full packing or just boxes and materials, we tailor everything to suit your home or business.

Service Options

• Full packing service – we pack your entire property, room by room
• Partial packing – we pack fragile or high-value items only
• Boxes and materials only – we supply boxes, tape, paper and bubble wrap
• Unpacking service – we can unpack and place items in your new property

Every packing job is handled by trained, professional crews who work methodically and label everything clearly, so you can find what you need at the other end.

Local Packing Experts in Bermondsey

Based in Bermondsey, we understand local properties, from modern riverside apartments to converted warehouses and period terraces. Tight staircases, lift restrictions and parking limits are everyday realities for us, and we plan our packing around them.

Our local knowledge helps us schedule packing visits at sensible times, arrange parking with the council where needed, and advise you realistically on how long your packing will take. You get a service that fits Bermondsey life rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.

Who Our Packing and Boxes Service Is For

• Homeowners – full home packing ahead of local or long-distance moves
• Renters – cost-effective packing help for flats and houses
• Landlords – packing and clearing properties between tenancies
• Businesses – organised packing of offices, studios and retail spaces
• Students – affordable packing and boxes for term-time or summer moves

Whether you are moving a studio flat or a multi-floor office, we scale our team and materials to match.

What We Can and Cannot Pack

Items We Typically Pack

• Household contents – books, clothes, kitchenware, ornaments, pictures
• Fragile items – glassware, crockery, mirrors, lamps
• Electronics – TVs, computers, sound systems (with original boxes where possible)
• Small furniture and disassembled flat-pack items
• Office items – files, IT equipment, stock and archive boxes

Items We Cannot Pack

For safety and insurance reasons, some items are excluded from our packing service:

• Flammable or hazardous materials (paints, solvents, gas bottles, fuel)
• Perishable or refrigerated food
• Illegal or prohibited goods
• Cash, jewellery and important documents (we recommend you carry these yourself)
• Live plants and animals

If you are unsure about a particular item, we will advise you clearly during the survey.

Our Step-by-Step Packing Process

1. Enquiry & Quote

You contact Bermondsey Movers by phone or online with basic details: property size, move date and the level of packing help you need. We provide an initial estimate for the Packing and Boxes service and agree the next steps. For smaller jobs, we can often confirm a price immediately.

2. Survey – Virtual or Onsite

For larger homes or business moves, we arrange a short virtual or onsite survey. This lets us see exactly what needs packing, identify fragile or bulky items, and assess access and parking. The survey is free and without obligation, and helps us give a clear, fixed quote.

3. Packing & Preparation

On the agreed day, our professional team arrives with all materials. We protect floors where needed, then pack room by room using strong boxes, wrapping and padding. Everything is labelled clearly with room and contents. We can dismantle simple furniture if required and pack components together.

4. Loading & Transport (If We Are Also Moving You)

If you have booked our removals service as well, our crew will then load your packed items onto our vehicles. Each box is stacked safely, with fragile items protected and heavier boxes at the base. Our vehicles are covered by goods in transit insurance for your peace of mind.

5. Unloading & Placement / Unpacking

At your new address, we place each box in the correct room according to its label. If you have chosen our unpacking service, we open boxes, place items on surfaces and dispose of used materials, leaving you with a more settled space on day one.

Transparent Pricing for Packing and Boxes

We believe in clear, simple pricing. Your quote will set out:

• Labour cost for our packing team (usually charged per hour or fixed per job)
• Cost of packing materials (boxes, tape, paper, bubble wrap, wardrobe cartons)
• Any additional services (unpacking, furniture dismantling, out-of-hours work)

There are no hidden extras. If the scope changes – for example, you decide to add more rooms – we discuss and agree any price change with you before work continues.

Why Choose Professional Packing Over DIY or Man-and-Van

Self-packing or using a casual man-and-van can appear cheaper, but often leads to damage, delays and extra stress. Our trained packing teams use the correct techniques and materials to protect your belongings properly. Boxes are right-sized, well filled and clearly labelled, making loading and unloading far more efficient.

With Bermondsey Movers you also benefit from goods in transit insurance and public liability cover, which many informal operators do not provide. In short, you reduce risk and save significant time at a sensible, predictable cost.

Insurance and Professional Standards

As a responsible removals company, Bermondsey Movers operates to high professional standards:

• Fully insured with comprehensive goods in transit insurance for your packed items
• Public liability cover in place for work at your property
• Trained moving teams experienced in handling fragile and high-value goods
• Method statements and risk assessments for larger or commercial jobs

We treat your belongings with the same care we would give our own. If you have particularly valuable items, we can discuss additional protection or specialist packing.

Care, Protection and Sustainability

We take care to protect both your belongings and your property. Floors and bannisters can be covered where needed, and furniture is wrapped with padded covers. We use high-quality boxes that stack safely, reducing the risk of crush damage.

Sustainability matters too. Wherever possible we reuse strong cartons, and we encourage customers to return or recycle boxes after the move. We can collect used boxes locally in Bermondsey, reducing waste and supporting a more sustainable way of moving.

Real-World Uses of Our Packing and Boxes Service

Moving House in Bermondsey

For local house and flat moves, we often pack the day before and move you the following day. This keeps disruption to a minimum and ensures you are ready when the removals lorry arrives. Families especially value not having to spend weeks living out of half-packed boxes.

Office and Business Relocations

For businesses, we provide structured packing of files, IT and stock, often outside normal hours to minimise downtime. Boxes are numbered and inventoried so your team can resume work quickly at the new premises.

Urgent and Short-Notice Moves

Sometimes moves happen quickly – a sale completes, a tenancy ends or circumstances change. Where our schedule allows, we offer rapid packing support in Bermondsey, bringing in a larger team to prepare your property safely at short notice.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does packing and boxes cost?

The cost depends on the size of your property, how many items need packing and whether you choose full or partial packing. For smaller flats we may charge an hourly rate with a minimum booking, while larger homes and offices are usually priced as a fixed package after a survey. Materials such as boxes, tape and bubble wrap are itemised so you can see exactly what you are paying for. Contact us with basic details and we will provide a clear, no-obligation quote.

Can you offer same-day or urgent packing in Bermondsey?

When our diary allows, we can accommodate urgent or short-notice packing jobs in Bermondsey. Availability depends on crew scheduling and material stock, so the sooner you contact us, the better the chance we can help. For very urgent moves, we may send a larger team to complete packing in a single visit. There can be a premium for same-day work, but we will always explain any additional cost up front before you commit.

Are my belongings insured while you pack and move them?

Yes. Bermondsey Movers provides goods in transit insurance for items we move, together with public liability cover while we work at your property. This offers protection in the unlikely event of accidental damage or loss. Certain high-value or unusual items may require special arrangements, which we will discuss with you during the survey. We also ask that you keep cash, jewellery and important documents with you, as these are typically excluded from standard cover.

What exactly is included in your packing and boxes service?

Our service can include everything from supplying quality boxes and tape through to a complete pack-and-unpack solution. As standard, we bring materials, pack specified rooms or your whole property, label boxes clearly and stack them ready for loading. If we are also undertaking your move, we will load, transport and unload at your new address. Optional extras include dismantling and reassembly of simple furniture, unpacking at the new property and removal of used packing materials afterwards.

How is your service different from a basic man-and-van?

Man-and-van operators often expect you to pack everything yourself and may use whatever boxes are available. At Bermondsey Movers, our focus is on professional packing: trained teams, purpose-made materials and organised labelling to protect your belongings properly. We are also fully insured, with documented processes and clear quotes, so you know exactly what to expect. For many customers, the reduced risk of damage and the time saved more than justify the modest extra cost over a casual service.

How far in advance should I book packing with Bermondsey Movers?

We recommend booking at least two to three weeks before your move date, especially during busy periods such as month-end and summer. This gives us time to complete a survey if needed, order any special materials and reserve a packing slot that fits your schedule. However, we appreciate that moves do not always have long lead times. If your date is sooner, contact us as early as you can – we will always do our best to find a practical solution.