FAQ’s

What areas do you cover?

We are a Kent based removals company and have offices in both Maidstone and West Malling. Although we do a lot of work in Kent and the surrounding area including Sevenoaks, Tunbridge Wells and Tonbridge we also cover the whole of the UK.

What type of removals do you do?

This is a very open question as there are a lot of services that we cover including domestic, commercial, and overseas removals but we also provide packing and storage services. If you have anything that is not included in this list of things please get in contact as still may be able to help you.

What is the size of the van I will get?

The size of the van will depend upon the initial survey we make. We have a fleet of specialist vehicles of varying size and weight. Rest assured your allocated vehicles will be adequate for your requirements.

How many people will be used for my removals?

The numbers of team members that get used will depend purely on the size of your removal. This is again why a survey is crucial so we task the right number of people to the job.

How long will my removal take?

There are several factors that can affect the amount of time it can take for a removal. The obvious factors are volume, distance and access. These are things we will discuss with you on your initial survey.

Do I really need a professional removal company, Could I just use a man and a van?

There really is no comparison, once a customer have used our removal service they would never look back.

When is the best time of year to move house?

Generally speaking, spring is the most suitable time to move house. In Spring, things have usually settled down since the busy Christmas period and the weather is generally better with lighter days, milder temperate and overall improvements in weather conditions.

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What is the best time of year to sell your house?

Likewise of moving house, generally speaking it id argued that Spring is the best time of the year to move house. The milder temperatures, better weather conditions means the exterior of your property and your garden will be in full bloom, enhancing the appeal of your property to potential buyers – adding that extra touch of curb appeal. What’s more, it is more enticing for potential buyers to look at property’s when the weather nicer, dryer and brighter.

How to pack a chandelier for moving?

If you have one or several chandeliers that need packing before the big moving day, it is recommended you wrap and pack them individually. Chandeliers are often expensive purchases, fragile and easily broken or damaged, especially in transit when not sufficiently protected.

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Packing tips for moving

Below we have put together a few of the essential packing tips to moving house.

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What is Self Storage?

Self storage is defined as being the system whereby individuals rent containers or units of space within a large warehouse to store possessions. Self storage can also be referred to as self-service storage. Space, units or containers are rented to individuals usually on a short-term basis. Self storage is more commonly used in the United States, however has also become a well-known industry in the UK. Self storage is frequently used during home or office removals where there is a period of time between leaving your old property or premises and gaining access to your new property or office.

Goodfellows Removals DO NOT provide self-storage, but instead care for your items on your behalf. We offer the following:

- Storage Sevenoaks

- Maidstone Storage

- Tonbridge Storage

- Tunbridge Wells Storage