Moving day has a habit of turning one armchair, three flights of stairs and a missing set of keys into a full-scale operation. A little planning helps. So does having the right transport for the job.
Evestaff now offers nationwide furniture moving and man and van services, serving the South East of England and beyond. Whether you need to move one bulky item or transport furniture between rental properties, you can choose a service that fits the move. Full removals are also available for larger household moves.
Based in Folkestone, Kent, Evestaff brings a practical new option to landlords, tenants and property professionals. And because a smooth move is only part of a smooth handover, we’ll also cover how to coordinate removals with an inventory check-in or check-out.
Man and van or full removals: which suits your move?
A man and van service is a useful choice when the move is relatively small, or when you need transport for specific items rather than an entire household.
Consider it for:
- Moving a single bulky item, such as a sofa, wardrobe or appliance.
- Transporting the contents of a studio or one-bedroom flat.
- Moving selected furniture between furnished or part-furnished properties.
- Clearing or repositioning landlord-owned furniture between lets.
You can choose a medium, large or Luton van, with the option to add a helper if you need extra hands for heavy lifting. It’s a flexible arrangement for jobs where a full removals crew may be more than you need.
For a larger household move, Evestaff also offers full removals with multiple vans and crew. An optional professional packing service is available too. If you’re unsure which service best suits the volume of belongings, use the service page to review the options and start the booking process.
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Choosing a van: keep it simple
The right van depends on what you’re moving, how many items there are and how awkward they are to carry. A list of belongings is more useful than a hopeful guess made while standing in the hallway.
- Medium van: A sensible starting point for a smaller load, a few furniture items or a compact move.
- Large van: Consider this when you have more belongings or several larger pieces to transport.
- Luton van: A further option when the move needs a larger vehicle.
These are straightforward guides, not guarantees of capacity. Bulky or unusually shaped items can take up more room than expected. Before booking, make a list of the main furniture and estimate the number of boxes. Include anything that may be difficult to manoeuvre, such as a large bed frame or a heavy appliance.
If an item needs two people to move safely, consider adding a helper. That extra pair of hands can make loading and unloading more manageable, particularly where stairs or heavy furniture are involved.
A useful option for landlords and property managers
Rental properties rarely sit still for long. Furniture may need to move between lets, a void property may need clearing, or a tenant’s move-out and the next move-in may fall close together.
A man and van service can help with those practical transitions. For example, a landlord may need to move a dining table and bed from one property to another, while a property manager may need to organise transport for selected items before the next tenancy begins.
Where a tenancy handover is involved, consider coordinating the removal with the inventory appointment. A check-out records the property’s condition at the end of the tenancy; a check-in documents its condition at the start of the next one. Arranging the removal and inventory at compatible times can help keep the sequence clear and reduce the chance of furniture movements getting mixed up with the recorded condition.
Be specific about what is staying and what is going. If landlord-owned furniture remains in the property, make sure it is in place before the check-in inventory is completed. If items are being removed, aim to have the move finished before the inspection. That way, the report reflects the property as it is being handed over.
Evestaff Property Inventory Clerks has served London and Kent for more than 12 years and was founded in 2012. Our experienced clerks use modern technology to produce meticulous property records, and Evestaff’s inventory clerks are accredited members of ECMK. For landlords and property professionals, that combination of practical moving support and careful documentation can make a busy handover easier to manage.
Your moving-day checklist
A few small jobs done in advance can prevent a lot of last-minute shuffling.
- Book early. Choose your service and preferred date as soon as you can, particularly if the move needs to fit around a tenancy handover.
- Check access and parking. Think about where the van can stop at both properties. Check any building rules, loading arrangements or access restrictions ahead of time.
- Measure furniture and routes. Measure large items, doorways and tight staircases. It’s much better to discover a sofa won’t turn the corner before moving day.
- Label boxes by room. Clear labels help everyone place boxes in the right area at the destination. Keep essential items separate from the general stack.
- Protect what matters. Set aside fragile belongings and tell the team about heavy or awkward items when arranging the move.
- Keep the kettle box accessible. Cups, tea, coffee and the kettle are not technically essential. They will feel essential once the last box is in and everyone is wondering where the mugs went.
For a property handover, add a few more checks: confirm which items belong to the landlord, keep keys and access devices together, and make sure the property is ready for its inventory appointment.
Make the handover part of the plan
Moving furniture and recording a property’s condition are different tasks, but they often sit on the same busy day. Planning the order helps: agree what is being moved, complete the removal, then arrange the relevant inventory inspection when the property is in the intended handover condition.
If you’re a landlord or agent working to a tight turnaround, share the schedule with everyone involved. Confirm when access is available and whether any furniture needs to remain in place for the next tenancy. A clear plan is far less stressful than discovering the van and the inventory clerk have both arrived before the flat is ready.
Evestaff is headquartered in Folkestone, Kent, with removal services available nationwide and inventory expertise focused on London and Kent. To explore the service options, visit the removal service page.
Get your move underway
From one bulky item to a full household move, Evestaff offers options to help make transport more straightforward. The service page includes an instant quote tool; you can book online and pay securely. If you need packing support for a full removal, that can be arranged as an optional service.
New customers can also enjoy a 10% discount on their first booking. And if someone you know is planning a move, feel free to pass along our Refer a Friend offer.
A calmer moving day rarely happens by accident. Choose the right service, prepare access and belongings, and coordinate the handover sensibly. The kettle can take it from there.
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