Student Removals
Student Removals in Earls Court
At Earls Court Movers, we provide straightforward, affordable student removals in and around Earls Court, West London. As a local, experienced removals company, we understand the realities of student life – tight budgets, shared accommodation, stairs, last‑minute moves and limited time between term dates.
Whether you are moving into halls, between house shares, or heading home for the summer, our professional, fully insured team will handle your belongings with care and get everything safely from A to B, without the stress.
What Our Student Removals Service Includes
Our student removals are designed to be flexible, so you only pay for what you need. Typical moves include:
- Single room or full flat moves within Earls Court and across London
- Term-time to home address moves across the UK
- Storage runs to and from local storage facilities
- Shared house moves with multiple student rooms
- Collection and delivery of boxed belongings only
We can supply packing materials, help you pack, and dismantle simple furniture where required. Every move is carried out by trained, professional movers using purpose-built vehicles and protective equipment.
Local Student Removals Expertise in Earls Court
Operating from the heart of Earls Court, we know the area’s streets, parking restrictions and building layouts very well. That local knowledge makes a real difference on move day, especially for students living in:
- Large mansion blocks and period conversions with narrow staircases
- Modern student halls with strict loading bay slots
- Basement and top‑floor flats with no lift access
We liaise with building management where needed, plan around busy traffic periods, and make sure we can park legally and safely to keep your move running smoothly.
Who Our Student Removals Service Is For
Students
Our core service is designed for individual students and postgraduates moving to, from, or within Earls Court. From one car-load of boxes to a full room with furniture, we tailor the van size and crew to suit your move.
Homeowners and Renters
If parents or guardians are helping with the move, we can coordinate directly with you to arrange timings, insurance details and payment, so the student can focus on exams, dissertations or settling into a new place.
Landlords and Letting Agents
We work with local landlords and agents who need reliable removals support when turning over properties between tenancies, clearing student rooms, or helping tenants move out on a schedule.
Businesses and University Departments
We assist universities, language schools, and local businesses with bulk student moves, temporary accommodation changeovers, and moving students’ belongings during refurbishment or reallocation of residences.
What We Can and Cannot Move
Items Typically Included
- Boxes, suitcases and bags
- Desks, chairs, bookcases and small wardrobes
- Beds, mattresses and bedframes (including basic dismantling)
- TVs, computers, monitors and gaming equipment
- Kitchen equipment, small appliances and utensils
- Musical instruments and sports equipment
- Bicycles and e‑scooters (subject to battery rules)
Items Excluded or Restricted
For safety, legal and insurance reasons, we normally cannot carry:
- Hazardous materials (fuel, gas bottles, chemicals, fireworks)
- Illegal items or substances
- Open containers of paint, solvents or similar liquids
- Loose cash, jewellery and high-value personal documents (we recommend you carry these yourself)
- Live animals or pets
- Certain large or commercial appliances without prior agreement
If you are unsure about a particular item, just ask when you enquire and we will advise what is possible.
Our Step-by-Step Student Removals Process
1. Enquiry & Quote
Contact us by phone, email or our online form with your addresses, dates and an outline of what you need to move. We will ask a few practical questions about access, floors, lifts and parking. Based on this, we provide a clear, no-obligation quote with all costs explained.
2. Survey (Virtual or Onsite)
For most student moves, a quick virtual survey using photos or video call is enough. For larger shared houses or long-distance moves, we may suggest a short onsite visit. This allows us to gauge volume accurately and plan the right vehicle, crew and timing.
3. Packing & Preparation
You can pack yourself using your own boxes, or we can supply professional cartons, tape and wrapping materials. If requested, our team can provide a packing service, carefully wrapping fragile items and labelling boxes clearly by room and contents to make unpacking easier at the other end.
4. Loading & Transport
On move day, our trained movers arrive on time, protect floors and walls where necessary, and load your belongings using blankets, straps and covers. Everything is secured correctly in the vehicle, then transported directly to your new address, or to storage if arranged.
5. Unloading & Placement
At your destination, we unload items into the rooms you specify. We reassemble any furniture we dismantled, place boxes where you want them, and check nothing has been missed. Before we leave, we walk through with you to confirm you are happy with everything.
Transparent, Student-Friendly Pricing
We know students need clear, predictable costs. Our pricing is based on:
- Volume of belongings
- Travel distance
- Number of movers required
- Any additional services (packing, materials, dismantling)
We offer fixed-price quotes for most student removals, so you know the total in advance. There are no hidden weekend surcharges or unexpected fees for stairs or waiting time unless clearly stated and agreed beforehand. Where students share a move (for example, two friends moving to the same area), we can often divide the cost between you, making it more affordable.
Why Choose Professional Student Removals Over DIY
Hiring a professional removals company gives you more than just a van:
- Experience: We move students every week, so we know how to handle tight staircases, awkward furniture and building rules.
- Safety: Proper lifting techniques and equipment reduce the risk of injury or damage.
- Insurance: Our moves are covered by goods in transit insurance and public liability cover. With DIY or casual man-and-van, you may have little or no protection.
- Time-saving: We work quickly and efficiently, freeing you up to focus on studies, work or travel plans.
Informal man-and-van services can be tempting, but they are often unregulated, uninsured, and unreliable. With Earls Court Movers, you know exactly who is turning up, what vehicle they are using, and how your belongings will be protected.
Insurance and Professional Standards
Every student removal with Earls Court Movers is fully supported by:
- Goods in transit insurance for your belongings while they are in our care
- Public liability cover for work carried out in your building or on site
- Trained moving teams who are vetted, uniformed and briefed on each job
We follow recognised industry best practice in wrapping, lifting and loading. Vehicles are clean, well-maintained and equipped with blankets, straps and trolleys to keep your items safe at every stage of the move.
Care, Protection and Sustainability
Your belongings matter, regardless of their cost. We treat every item with the same level of care, from flat-pack furniture to high-end electronics. We use protective covers for mattresses and sofas, and we secure everything properly inside the vehicle.
We also aim to work as sustainably as possible by:
- Using reusable protective materials where appropriate
- Recycling cardboard and packing materials after moves
- Planning efficient routes to minimise unnecessary mileage
Where you wish to dispose of unwanted items, we can advise on responsible recycling and donation options rather than simply sending everything to landfill.
Real-World Student Removals Use Cases
Moving into Halls or First-Year Accommodation
Arriving in London for the first time can be daunting. We can meet you, your family and your belongings at an agreed point, transport everything to your halls in or near Earls Court, and help you get set up quickly and calmly.
Shared House and Flat Moves
For groups of students moving between shared houses, we can coordinate multiple collections and deliveries in a single trip. This keeps costs down and ensures everyone’s belongings arrive on the same day.
End-of-Term and Summer Moves
When term ends, you may need to move items home or into storage for a few months. We regularly handle these moves, working to tight timelines around exam periods and fixed check-out dates.
Urgent or Last-Minute Moves
Tenancy changes and accommodation issues do not always come with much notice. Subject to availability, we can arrange same-day or short-notice moves within Earls Court and across London, keeping communication clear so you know exactly what to expect.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a student removal in Earls Court cost?
Costs vary depending on how much you are moving and how far you are going, but many single-room student moves within Earls Court and nearby areas can be completed for a modest fixed fee. We price based on volume, access, distance and any extra services such as packing or furniture dismantling. Once we have your details, we provide a clear quote outlining exactly what is included, with no hidden extras. If you are sharing a move with friends heading to the same area, we can often reduce the cost per person.
Can you do same-day or urgent student moves?
Yes, we can often accommodate same-day or short-notice student removals, especially within Earls Court and central London, depending on our schedule and vehicle availability. If you need an urgent move, contact us as early in the day as possible with your addresses and an idea of what needs moving. We will confirm quickly whether we can help, agree a time window, and send a written confirmation. While we cannot guarantee availability every time, we always do our best to find a practical solution.
Are my belongings insured during the move?
Yes. All student removals are covered by our goods in transit insurance, which protects your belongings while they are being moved in our vehicles, and by public liability cover for work carried out at the properties. This provides a level of protection that informal man-and-van services may not offer. We will outline any important insurance terms, limits and exclusions when you book, and we recommend that very high-value items are listed in advance so we can confirm cover or suggest additional protection if required.
What exactly is included in your student removals service?
As standard, our service includes the vehicle, fuel, professional movers, loading, secure transport, and unloading into the rooms you specify at your new address. We also protect items with blankets and straps and can carry out simple furniture dismantling and reassembly by prior agreement. Optional extras include packing materials, a full or partial packing service, and trips to or from storage. Our quote will clearly state what is and is not included, so you know exactly what you are paying for before you confirm the booking.
How is a professional removal different from a man-and-van?
A professional removals service offers properly trained staff, purpose-built vehicles, protective equipment, and formal insurance cover. We follow planned processes, arrive in uniform, and provide written confirmations and invoices. Many casual man-and-van services do not provide the same level of reliability, care or protection for your belongings. While they may appear cheaper initially, the risk of damage, delays or cancellations can be higher. With Earls Court Movers, you have a clear point of contact, agreed timings, and the reassurance that your move is being handled by an established, professional company.
How far in advance should I book my student move?
We recommend booking as early as you can, especially around peak periods such as September move-ins, end of term, and weekends. Two to three weeks’ notice is ideal, but we regularly accommodate moves booked with much less notice when our schedule allows. Early booking gives you the best choice of dates and times and allows us to plan around building access, parking and any special requirements. If your plans are not fully confirmed, we can hold a provisional slot and finalise details closer to the day where possible.
