Packing and Boxes
Packing and Boxes in Kensington by Kensington Movers
At Kensington Movers we provide a dedicated Packing and Boxes service for customers in Kensington and the surrounding areas. As long-standing local removals professionals, we know that careful packing is the single biggest factor in ensuring your move is safe, efficient and stress-free.
Professional Packing and Boxes Service Explained
Our packing service is designed to protect your belongings from the moment we arrive until the last box is unpacked. We supply high-quality removal boxes, packing paper, bubble wrap and tapes, and our trained packers wrap and pack each item appropriately.
Whether you need a full packing service for an entire property or just assistance with fragile or heavy items, we tailor our work to your needs and schedule. Everything is clearly labelled by room and contents so it is easy to find what you need when you arrive at your new property.
Local Expertise in Kensington
Working daily in Kensington, we understand the challenges of local moves: period properties with tight staircases, mansion blocks with lift restrictions, parking controls and busy streets. Our team plans packing and loading with these details in mind, choosing the right box sizes and packing methods for safe carrying through narrow hallways and stairwells.
This local knowledge means fewer delays on the day, better protection for your belongings and less disruption for neighbours and building managers.
Who Our Packing and Boxes Service Is For
Homeowners
If you are selling your home in Kensington, our full packing service saves you weeks of preparation. We can pack entire houses, including lofts, garages and outbuildings, usually the day before or on the morning of your move, depending on the size of the property.
Renters
For tenants moving between flats or house shares, we offer flexible packing help. You can pack most items yourself and ask us to handle fragile items, or we can take care of everything if time is tight, helping you leave the property clean and ready for check-out.
Landlords
Landlords often need properties cleared and contents packed at short notice. We can carefully pack furniture, appliances and remaining contents into labelled boxes for storage or onward transport, ensuring nothing is lost or damaged during turnover between tenancies.
Businesses
Our commercial packing team supports offices, clinics, studios and shops across Kensington. We pack documents, IT equipment, stock and furniture in a structured way so your team can resume work quickly at the new premises. Sensitive items are handled with appropriate wrapping and labelling.
Students
Students moving to or from Kensington halls and shared houses benefit from our compact student packing solutions. We provide smaller box bundles suitable for room moves, and can pack and store belongings over the holidays if required.
What Our Packing and Boxes Service Includes
Items Typically Included
- Books, ornaments and household decor
- Kitchenware: plates, glasses, pans, small appliances
- Clothing, shoes and linens
- TVs, computers and small electronics (with appropriate protection)
- Pictures, mirrors and framed artwork
- Children’s toys, games and hobby equipment
- Office files, stationery and small equipment
Items We Normally Exclude
For safety, legal and insurance reasons, some items cannot be packed or transported by us:
- Flammable or hazardous materials (paint, fuel, chemicals, solvents)
- Gas cylinders and pressurised containers
- Perishable food and open liquid containers
- Valuables such as jewellery, cash and important personal documents
- Illegal or prohibited items
We will always advise you in advance if anything we see during a survey cannot be included, and suggest safe alternatives for moving or disposing of these items.
Step-by-Step: How Our Packing and Boxes Service Works
1. Enquiry & Quote
You contact Kensington Movers by phone or online with details of your move and your packing requirements. We ask a few key questions about the size of your property, special items and timing. Based on this, we provide an initial, no-obligation estimate for packing and boxes.
2. Survey (Virtual or Onsite)
For anything beyond a small flat, we usually carry out a survey. This can be virtual (video call and photos) or onsite in Kensington. The survey allows us to calculate the number and type of boxes, packing materials required and the time needed for our team, ensuring accurate pricing and planning.
3. Packing & Preparation
On the agreed date, our professional packers arrive with all necessary materials. We protect floors and high-traffic areas, then start room by room. Fragile items are individually wrapped, and boxes are clearly marked with contents and destination room. If you prefer to pack some items yourself, we can simply supply quality boxes and materials.
4. Loading & Transport
Once packing is completed, your boxes are carried to the vehicle using appropriate lifting techniques and equipment. We load boxes in a structured way to minimise movement in transit. Larger items are padded and secured. Our fully insured vehicles then transport everything to your new Kensington address or further afield.
5. Unloading & Placement
At the destination, boxes are placed in the rooms indicated on the labels, helping you unpack in an organised order. On request, we can also provide an unpacking service, removing boxes and packaging and placing items in cupboards and on shelves so you can settle in more quickly.
Transparent Pricing for Packing and Boxes
We price our packing and boxes service clearly and fairly, with no hidden extras. Costs are normally based on:
- The volume of belongings to be packed
- The level of service (full property, part pack, fragile-only)
- Number of packers and days required
- Type and quantity of boxes and materials supplied
Your written quotation sets out labour and materials separately, so you can see exactly what you are paying for. If your requirements change before move day, we update the quote and confirm any price difference in advance.
Why Use Professional Packers Instead of DIY or Man-and-Van
Self-packing or using a casual man-and-van may appear cheaper, but it often leads to breakages, delays and extra stress. Our trained packing teams work quickly and systematically, using the right materials and techniques for each type of item. This reduces the risk of damage significantly.
With Kensington Movers, your goods are covered by our Goods in Transit insurance when we pack and move them. Many informal services offer no meaningful cover if something is broken. Professional packing also means you can maintain your normal routine while we prepare your home or office for the move.
Insurance and Professional Standards
As a professional removals company, we operate to recognised industry standards and carry appropriate insurance for your peace of mind.
- Goods in transit insurance – protects your belongings while they are being moved in our vehicles.
- Public liability cover – protects you and your property while we are working in your home, flat or office.
- Trained moving teams – all staff receive practical training in packing, handling and health & safety.
We are happy to provide confirmation of our cover and discuss any higher-value items that may require specific arrangements.
Care, Protection and Sustainability
We treat every item we pack as if it were our own. Delicate surfaces are wrapped, corners are protected and boxes are never overloaded. Where appropriate we use reusable protective materials such as furniture blankets and crate systems.
Sustainability is important to us. Wherever possible, we:
- Use recyclable cardboard boxes and paper-based padding
- Encourage box reuse for local moves
- Offer a post-move box collection service in Kensington for recycling or reuse
This approach reduces waste and keeps your move as environmentally responsible as practical.
Real-World Uses for Our Packing and Boxes Service
Moving House in Kensington
House moves are our core business. Our packing team can prepare everything from studio apartments to large townhouses, coordinating with your move date and any building or parking restrictions.
Office and Business Relocations
We regularly support Kensington businesses moving between offices or refurbishing existing space. Our structured packing of files, IT equipment and stock keeps downtime to a minimum and ensures continuity for your clients.
Urgent and Short-Notice Moves
Sometimes moves are confirmed at very short notice. Subject to availability, we can provide rapid packing support, bringing in extra staff if needed. While advance booking is always best, we will do everything we can to accommodate urgent Kensington moves safely and efficiently.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does your packing and boxes service cost?
Costs vary depending on the size of your property, how many belongings you have and whether you want a full or partial packing service. As a guide, smaller flats in Kensington may only need a few hours of packing, while larger houses can take a full day or more with several packers. We provide a detailed written quotation after a virtual or onsite survey, showing labour and materials separately. This way you can see exactly what you are paying for and adjust the scope to suit your budget.
Can you help with same-day or urgent packing?
We do our best to accommodate urgent and short-notice requests in Kensington, particularly when moves exchange or complete unexpectedly. Availability depends on how many teams we already have booked on your chosen date. If we can’t offer a full service at short notice, we may still be able to supply boxes and send a smaller team to focus on fragile or high-priority items. Contact us as soon as you know your dates so we can reserve the necessary staff and materials.
Are my belongings insured while you pack and move them?
Yes. When we carry out the packing and the move, your belongings are covered by our Goods in Transit insurance while in our care, subject to policy terms and conditions. We also hold public liability cover for work in your home or office. During your survey we will discuss any particularly high-value or unusual items so we can confirm how they are protected. We always recommend that you also keep your own household insurance in place until the move is fully completed.
What is included in your packing and boxes service?
Our standard service includes the supply of appropriate removal boxes, packing paper, bubble wrap and tape, along with professional packers to wrap and pack your belongings. We work room by room, label boxes clearly and prepare everything for safe loading into our vehicles. You can choose a full pack, where we handle almost everything, or a partial pack, focusing on fragile, high-value or time-consuming areas such as kitchens and ornaments. We can also provide boxes only if you prefer to pack yourself.
How is your service different from a basic man-and-van?
A casual man-and-van service usually provides transport and some lifting, but rarely offers structured packing, quality materials or meaningful insurance for your goods. In contrast, Kensington Movers supplies trained staff, purpose-made packing materials and fully insured vehicles. We plan each job properly, label boxes, protect surfaces and use safe lifting techniques. This reduces the risk of breakages, injuries and delays. Our aim is to give you a calm, organised moving experience rather than a rushed, improvised one.
How far in advance should I book packing?
We recommend booking your packing and boxes service at least two to three weeks before your planned move date, especially during busy periods such as the summer and month-end. This allows time for a proper survey, ordering materials and scheduling the right size team. However, we understand that exchange dates and completion timescales can change at short notice. If your plans move faster than expected, contact us immediately and we will do everything possible to fit you into our Kensington schedule.
