How to choose a removal company
*Top of the list must be membership of the British Association of Removers, This will guarantee that your chosen company will arrive to carry out the move and work to a very high standard.
Deposits or payments will also be secure.
*Ask your friends and neighbours for recommendations
*Google search company history … Bad or good should be obvious
*Look for value for money not the cheapest price you can get.
*Choose a long established family firm if possible because you are more likely to be in contact directly with the owner.
*Check that staff has been trained and are full time.
*Some firms advertise Insurance cover but don’t really have it. Don’t be afraid to ask for Proof.
*Visit company premises, it’s worth a drive out to have a look at premises and how a company is run.
Have a cup of tea and discuss your move ….Don’t be afraid to ask questions.
Many firms will drop out if a better paying job is taken on so look out for signs of this. It’s important to feel comfortable right from the start.
Cheap removals are cheap for a reason, take your time and choose wisely. An operator who is above board has a lot of expenses to cover.
*Each removal vehicle can cost between £60,000 and £200,000
*Road tax is roughly £1000 per truck
*Diesel costs only go one way …Up! The average removal truck does between 6 and *9 miles per gallon
*Labour intensive
*Packaging material directly linked to price of fuel
*Companies need to have good repute and financial standing for an operators licence
*Must have sufficient funds by law to keep vehicles in a serviced and road worthy condition.
*Drivers hours must be monitored and adhered to
Britannia Appleyard of South Yorkshire is proud to be long standing members of the British Association of Removers and are member number AO28.
We have also been members of the Britannia Movers consortium since 1981.
We have four family members involved in the business.
Harry Appleyard has knowledge of UK, European removals and Storage.
Experience- 40 years +
John Appleyard has knowledge of UK ,Overseas removals and storage.
Experience – 40 years +
David Appleyard has knowledge of UK, European removals and storage, Transport and Shredding.
Experience – 14 years+
Marcus Appleyard has knowledge of UK, Overseas removals and storage and Shredding.
Experience – 16 years +
All our members of staff are full time and trained to the highest standards.
We do offer insurance cover and certificates can be provided.
Our vehicles and storage facility are fully owned by us and not leased or rented.
If you feel we can be of assistance to you please do not hesitate to contact us on 01709 549718