Central Moves - Removals & Storage Cambridgeshire

St.Ives Removals Company 

If you are thinking of moving in, to, or from St.Ives our house removals teams are on hand to assist.

Packing Services & Storage Services in Cambridgeshire for your removal

Central Moves can carry out your removals in St Ives with collection from any property to delivery to any property door to door / room to room in St Ives, Cambridgeshire, UK, Europe & Worldwide.

47 High Leys,
St Ives ,
Cambridgeshire, PE27 6RX

Call 01480 400 610

UK Removals, Domestic Removals Nationwide

Domestic Removals Nationwide

Moving to a new house can often be a very busy and stressful time. Here at Central Moves we can assist you from the start of your move right to the end. We will do everything possible to give you peace of mind and value for money.

We offer professional house removals in London, Greater London and the home counties and can collect all the furniture and goods from any home in South-East England for delivery anywhere in the country.

All our UK Domestic removals begin with a home visit by our experienced surveyor who assesses what is required to make your move happen with the minimum stress. The surveyor will discuss any special requirements you may have, such as specialist packing for particularly fragile items, any specialist services you may need , like piano moving or outside elevator for access problems that need to be overcome or interim storage while you wait for your new home to become available, .

We can provide high quality packing materials prior to your move, so you can pack and protect your goods ready for moving. Or, if your busy schedule doesn’t allow enough time for you to pack all your belongings, we can provide a full or part packing service. Our staff are fully trained and experienced in packing fragile items such as fine art, porcelain figurines, fine china and other delicate items.

On all local and national moves, we protect your furniture with our wide range of padded, heavy duty protective covers. We also use specially designed protective sleeves for framed pictures and reinforced padded covers for televisions.

We have been accredited by both the British Association of Removers (BAR) and the Association of Independent Movers (AIM), so you can be sure you’re using a quality removals service.

FREE on the day of your move

• Wardrobe Cartons
• Mattress Protectors
• Sofa Protectors
• Carpet Runners
• T.V Covers
• Picture & Mirror Bags
• Spare Packing Materials

FAQ’s on UK Removals with Central Moves

How much does a national removal cost?

The price depends on many factors, including the time it takes to load and unload, the distance travelled, the size of the vehicle and the materials used. Every house move is different, so it’s impossible to have set prices based on simple factors such as the number of rooms.

How long should it take to move an average house locally?

Generally, if we are not doing the packing, a local move takes between 6 and 9 hours. Again, every house move is different, so some may take longer. If we are doing the packing, we will usually send the packing crew the day before the move, so everything is ready to be loaded on move day.

Why should I use a professional packing service?

The first obvious reason is that it will save you a lot of time. Our packing crews have a lot of training and experience, so can pack a full house in a fraction of the time that it would take the customer. Using professional packers also means your goods will be protected to a high standard, which affects the insurance cover.

How do I book a removals van?

First, we need to know what the job entails, so a visit from our surveyor is necessary. We don’t just hire out vans and crews, we agree a contract to carry out your move. It is better to contact us as soon as you know you are moving. It can be difficult to find a reputable removals company on short notice, as most moves are booked weeks in advance.

What guarantees do I have?

Once you have told us what is required, our surveyor has established the scale of the job, we have issued a quote and you have returned the Acceptance Form, we are in a legally binding contract. That means we are guaranteed to turn up on the day and fulfil our part of the agreement.

I’m interested. What do I do now?

Call our office on Call 020 8892 8931. Our office staff will take some details and arrange for a surveyor visit.

Central Moves uses specialist equipment that is expected of a professional mover.

Central Moves uses all the standard equipment that is expected of a professional mover.

Floor protection, padded furniture covers, wardrobe cartons and picture/mirror protectors are used on all house removals jobs, while our vehicles are always equipped with sack trucks and high quality removals blankets.

Occasionally, extra equipment is needed to move unusually heavy items, protect extraordinary objects or allow unconventional access.

Piano Moving

Central Moves has all the necessary equipment to move Grand, Baby Grand and Upright pianos. This equipment includes specialist “piano shoes” for Grand and Baby Grand, piano wheels and protective padded covers for all piano sizes. Our staff are trained in the use of the equipment and the safe collection, transportation and delivery of pianos, either as part of a larger move or independently.

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Custom Built Crates & Protective Covers

As standard, we use padded protective covers for sofas, armchairs, TVs, pictures and mirrors. This range of covers is suitable for almost every domestic house move, but there are times when the standard size or shape is inadequate. On those occasions, we can have protective covers designed and made specifically for the unusual item.

For fine art and particularly fragile large items, we are able to provide bespoke packaging crates, made to the exact specification of the item to be protected. The packaging crates are durable with internal padding, so can be used for UK moves or international shipping.

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External Access

Central Moves is one of the few removals companies that has an external elevator in its range of specialist removals equipment. Our external lift allows us to move furniture and goods through an upper-floor window. This is particularly useful for moving into or out of upper-floor flats, or if an item is too large to be carried up or down a tight stairwell.

Door and Window Frames

If required, Central Moves can arrange for qualified craftsmen to remove and replace door and window frames, to allow access.

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Whatever your specialist packaging or access needs, Central Moves has the solution. We are happy to take your call. Call 020 8892 8931

Central Moves operate a full Piano relocation service

Piano Mover Specialist

Central Moves operate a full Piano relocation service and have all the required equipment and expertise to be able to relocate ORGANS, UPRIGHT PIANO’S, HARPSICHORDS and GRAND PIANO’S.

Moving a piano is a daunting task. Whether you are moving a grand piano, organs, upright pianos, or harpsichords, the bulkiness, the odd shape and the size of these musical instruments make the move challenge. With this in mind, only specialist piano movers like us who have extensive hands-on experience of moving pianos, intricate knowledge of pianos, and have specialty moving equipment should move your prized possession.

To fully appreciate why you should only use professional piano mover specialists, you need to understand the moving process.

For instance, when moving the popular grand pianos, we start by removing the lid, the pedals, then the lyre and pad wrapping them for protection during the moving process. Then we remove the hinges and pack them in a labelled box.

We then position the piano board (specialised equipment designed to move pianos) on the longest side of the piano. A clean pad is placed on the board to protect the piano. With two of our trained movers holding the piano, the third mover removes the front leg of the piano. The piano is thereafter tilted, lowered, and gently placed on the piano board. The two remaining legs are removed and all three are pad wrapped.

The entire body of the piano is pad wrapped and thereafter stretch wrapped to offer maximum protection. Logistical strapped are used to secure the piano on the board. It is then wheeled to the vehicle and shipped. At the other end, the piano is wheeled into the house and re-assembled.

Important Tips For Shipping Furniture To America USA

When you are moving to your new home across the international ocean , you naturally want to take all your belongings including furniture.

Furniture transportation is a daunting task especially because of its value, weight, and size. Unfortunately, furniture does take up most of the space in the container and will therefore cost more to ship. This is the reason why you need to be prepared.

1. Emptying and Dismantling Furniture

It is much easier to ship furniture when it is empty since it helps to protect it from damage during transportation. In case your international mover does not already know this, you should tell them that furniture with drawers or shelves must never be moved without securing them first.

The best thing is probably to dismantle the furniture and ship each part separately. In case you decide to move all the furniture in one piece, ensure that the parts never move. You can tape all shelves, drawers, and doors using adhesive tape to prevent them from moving.

Dismantled furniture takes up less space and makes shipping reasonable, more profitable, and cheaper.

2. Furniture Protection

When shipping furniture to America USA all the corners need to be protected using special protectors since they are most prone to damage. They can be taped, wrapped using bubble wrap, cardboard, special covers or furniture blankets. If one piece is particularly fragile, you can apply some methods of protection. For sculptures, grandfather clocks, and paintings you can use specially designed wooden crates.

In addition, you need to protect the undersides of furniture. Shelves, cabinets, chests of drawers are usually placed on ground that is not always even and clear. The best thing is to wrap and protect them from the bottom using plywood, foam, or special foil. For shipping when the weather conditions are not favourable or in the winter, waterproofed oil is used.

When shipping a bed or sofa to the United States, it is important to protect the upholstery. It is very easy to tear or stain your furniture when moving. It is best to cover the furniture using special covers. The covers also protect furniture from dust and getting dirty. Remember that all large pieces of furniture require special handling. To prepare such pieces for moving you may require special covers, materials and cushioning systems to avoid or potentially minimise the damage.

3. Loading Furniture When Moving

Safe shipping of furniture requires careful loading and arranging it in the container. You must also arrange the furniture properly too. Depending on the type of furniture, it can be arranged in layers that are separated using special platforms. You can also stack some of the pieces on top of each other. Store heavy or large items at the bottom. Set the lighter pieces on the heavier ones. Ensure that you fill the empty space between furniture pieces using shock absorbing foam.

Conclusion

Shipping furniture to America USA need not be much a hassle if you follow the tips discussed in this article. When moving your furniture pieces ensure that the international mover follows the tips discussed in this article to ensure that it arrives in the U.S. in one piece.

Planning For International House Removals

House removals and moving is not about transport, it’s about the people.

When you consider moving your house to any location, the first consideration is in most cases is about the cost.

Nonetheless, this is just part of it. Moving homes involves more than just moving into a new location, since life changes significantly. Even when the new location is the next town, you will undoubtedly have new amenities, jobs, friends, and opportunities.

When planning for your move abroad, whether you are emigrating, relocating for work, or retiring, you should do careful considerations on all the aspects of moving overseas, in terms of the financial affordability, your life after the moving to the new location, and finding the most suitable international removal company that will cater for your particular needs.

In this case, international house removals are an important decision, and is often an emotionally overwhelming experience. Just like any other project, there is the potential of something going wrong. It is the job of a house removal company to make sure that everything goes according to plan. Right from the beginning of the project, the company will be there to guide you, encourage you, advise you, and help as you make the major decisions.

Make sure you get a detailed schedule on moving abroad, so that you will be aware of everything that is happening, and when. Consider acquiring international shipping insurance in order to protect your property if anything goes wrong. In addition, be sure to go round and make a checklist of all the items that you pack in boxes for shipment, and select which items that you want to take with you in your luggage. You may not necessarily want to take everything you own with you abroad, so it is better to get rid of the non-essentials in the previous location than in the new location.

Moreover, it is quite important to find out as much as you can about the destination country, especially if you are new to it. Learn more about their culture, the languages they speak, their work ethic, etc. in general, the more prepared you are, the lesser the amount of difficulties you can experience as you are moving. If you are moving with your family, be sure to think about your children and consider how their lives will change and how easily they can adapt to the new location. Select the right schools, where the pupils and teachers speak the same language to make the transition easier.

Ensure that you have all your paperwork before you leave, and that they are up to date. You will certainly need all your official documents including employment records, Visas, tax papers, and permits, for you and your family. If this process is problematic for your, consult with your international house moving company to see if they might help.

International house removals can be quite stressful and overwhelming when compared to removals within one country. Therefore, it is crucial to plan every step carefully, and choose aprofessional international house removal company.

4 Things You Should Know About Moving to South Africa

Are you thinking about moving to South Africa? It is a great place to live, but there are a few things you should know about living in South Africa.

Shipping furniture-to-South-Africa

Moving house to South Africa

You should know about the cost of living, working in South Africa, safest places to live and the different things you can do there. Continue to read on to learn more.

1. Cost Of Living– Knowing about the average cost of living in the region is important, but keep in mind that some places are less expensive than other places in South Africa. Generally speaking, the average cost of rent for a one-bedroom apartment in the city centre goes for around 3,000-6,000 Rand, and gasoline goes for around 10.00 – 12.00 Rand per litre. As for things such as electricity, gas, water and garbage, the average cost is around 700-1,500 Rand.

2. Working In South Africa– Depending on where you are moving from and whether or not you have a job, you might need a work permit to work in South Africa. Also, the biggest industries in South Africa is mining and quarrying, agriculture, communications and tourism. There are other big industries in South Africa, but those are some of the largest ones, so you might want to consider trying to find a job in one of those industries. Just make sure you look at visa requirements because you may need to apply for a work visa before you arrive and are able to work in South Africa.

3. Safest Places To Live In South Africa– There are many great places to live in South Africa, but some places are safer than other places, and you should know where some of the safest places to live are. Perhaps the safest place to live is Cape Town, as well as Port St John’s. Cape St Francis and the entire West Coast are safe areas to live in too, so if you are looking for the best and safest places to live, then consider any of those areas.

4. Things To Do– One of the best things about South Africa is that there are a lot of different things you can do. There are a number of national parks and mountains you can visit, and some of the world’s most gorgeous cities are located in South Africa and there are a lot of great beaches you can visit too. When you move to South Africa, you will find that there is something for everyone, so it doesn’t matter if you want to be in a major city and enjoy days out shopping and dining, or if you want to lay around on a beach all day, South Africa has something for you.

Residing in South Africa is great and you should consider moving there. You will love living in South Africa, but make sure you keep the above things in mind. With that said, all you have to do now is start planning your move and then relocate to South Africa when you are ready. If you are looking for help contact Central Moves Ltd on Call 020 8892 8931