The Shore Porters Society

1 Baltic Place
Aberdeen
Grampian
AB11 5EW

Removers - Removals Companies

Listed under:  Removers / Removal Companies
98% recommended   Rating The Shore Porters Society 9.4/100
442 reviews since 2013
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Overall Rating
 9.4 /10 Overall Rating 9.4/10
Based on 442 reviews since 2013
 
 
 
Sales & Support 9.4/10 Sales & Support Rating 9.4
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
 
Packing & Handling 9.4/10 Packing & Handling Rating 9.4
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
 
Collection & delivery 9.4/10 Collection & delivery Rating 9.4
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
 
Service 9.6/10 Service Rating 9.6
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
 
Value 9.3/10 Value Rating 9.3
The price represents value for money
 
 
 
Recent Reviews 
 
" THe team arrived promptly on day 1 to pack books, kitchen stuff, shelves etc into boxes and also non essential furniture. They left us our bed and some cooking implements etc for staying over to day 2...."   more
 
" We secured the services of the Shore Porters Society to move our household goods from the UK to Spain and have been so impressed with the service we received. Andrew met us first to assess our require...."   more
 
" On contacting Shore Porters for a quotation for my move Andrew came out to assess the type of service we needed and the size of the move. He then presented us with three options and we decided the 3da...."   more
 
" Outstanding and professional service throughout."   more
 
 
About Us

The Shore Porters’ Society has a rich heritage of experience and expertise that spans over more than a remarkable five centuries.

As leading specialists in removals and storage, we are renowned worldwide for our professionalism and care in safely transporting people’s most precious possessions across countries and continents.

We are proud of our roots as the oldest transport company in the world, but we also invest in our future, co-ordinating our fully-trained staff and leading-edge vehicles and materials to deliver peace of mind and a quality experience to our customers.

Shore Porters is a member of BAR (British Association of Removers) and FIDI (Federation Internationale de Demenageurs International) and is financially bonded by BAR Overseas Group, which is your personal guarantee for complete peace of mind.
     
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Review 29 Sep 2023
Recommended by customer in EH12
 My Age: 70 + 
 I'm: Male 
 My level of experience of similar services: Below Average 
 I have known this business: Over 10 years  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
From Aboyne to Edinburgh - involved massive downsizing of stuff but we still had far too much for the new place. The team were really helpful and co-operative in the whole thing.
 
Cost: £3000
 

"THe team arrived promptly on day 1 to pack books, kitchen stuff, shelves etc into boxes and also non essential furniture. They left us our bed and some cooking implements etc for staying over to day 2. Day 2 everything was to go in the van. Bed and large sofa to be dismantled and all furniture into van. Team were finished around mid afternoon. Day 3 again a prompt arrival in Edinburgh and boxes and furniture into house and garage. Bed and sofa assembled and things put in appropriate rooms as far as possible given the more limited space available.

We had very many boxes to empty and store. About 20 boxes had also been filled with packing paper and all had to be stored under a tarpaulin in the garden. Fortunately the company managed to retrieve them (about a week later) before any real downpours hit.

THe removal team were really friendly and helpful. Worth every penny."
 
 
Team:
Ian, Mathew, (can't now rememnber them all.)
 
 
 

Review 26 Sep 2023
Recommended by customer in AB21

 I'm: Male 

 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
Move of household goods from the UK to Spain
 
Cost: £2800
 

"We secured the services of the Shore Porters Society to move our household goods from the UK to Spain and have been so impressed with the service we received. Andrew met us first to assess our requirements and the quote provided was very reasonable. Doreen was fantastic ensuring we had all the correct paperwork completed and communicated with us regularly to update us on shipment and delivery dates. All questions were answered quickly and nothing was too much trouble. Excellent customer service!

The delivery in Spain was so smooth and checked meticulously by the team. Our thanks to Curtis for keeping us updated. This attention to detail was excellent as not one item was damaged or broken.

The whole process of moving abroad was made much less stressful by Doreen and the team and we would highly recommend the Shore Porters Society for anyone looking for a high quality, value for money, professional service."
 
 
Team:
Doreen, Andrew, Curtis
 
 
 

Review 7 Sep 2023
Recommended by customer in AB10
 My Age: 50 - 59 
 I'm: Female 
 My level of experience of similar services: Below Average 
 I have known this business: Over 10 years  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 8/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
3 day move - packing all home items at old house and setting up at new house
 
Cost: £4182
 

"On contacting Shore Porters for a quotation for my move Andrew came out to assess the type of service we needed and the size of the move. He then presented us with three options and we decided the 3day move suited us best. Kerry then sent me our quotation and all the legal jargon and we signed the contract. This was five weeks ahead of the move and gave us peace of mind that everything was in hand for the actual move which is so important when all of the buying and selling stuff is going on. Kerry called a week or so before the start date just to check we were happy that all was going to plan and tell me a four man crew would be with me on day 1 headed up by Dave and that they were a great bunch of guys and she wasn’t wrong! Dave, Chris and Grant were with me at 8.30 day one and I instantly felt comfortable that these guys were going to get us from our old house to our new one with the minimum of fuss! They were fantastic and i had absolute confidence in them! There were absolutely no breakages or damage to any of our possessions and each and every box was packed safely and delivered to the rooms we had indicated on the quick walk around we did when they arrived at our new property. I can’t recommend Shore Porters highly enough and although maybe a bit pricier than other movers out there they are worth every penny at what can honestly be described as one of life’s most stressful events. Thank you Dave, Chris and Grant!"
 
 
Team:
Andrew Kerry Dave Chris and Grant
 
 
 

Review 6 Sep 2023
Recommended by customer in CF14

 I'm: Male 

 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
Relocation from Aberdeen to Cardiff

"Outstanding and professional service throughout."
 
 
 
 

Review 25 Jul 2023
Recommended by customer in AB39
 My Age: 70 + 
 I'm: Female 
 My level of experience of similar services: Above Average 
 I have known this business: Over 10 years  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
Moving my brother- in -laws stuff from Southern Ireland to Stonehaven! He has a lot!!!

"The guys were fantastic - especially as we couldn’t even give them a cup of tea in Ireland as everything was packed! Unloading in Stonehaven could have been nerve wracking but went so smoothly - I couldn’t believe it.
Fantasy service throughout- and Kerrie - in the office - was an absolute angel! Fantastic staff, fantastic service- couldn’t recommend highly enough"
 
 
Team:
Kerrie- sorry can’t remember the names of the guys - but they were slick and efficient
 
 
 

Review 30 May 2023
Recommended by customer in AB39

 I'm: Male 

 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
Shore Porters helped us to move my elderly mother from her home of more than 50 years to a new retirement apartment. The move included some good quality antiques which have been in the family for years, and we asked for a full packing service. We needed to put the contents of her home into storage for a few days to allow for the sale of her house and the purchase of her apartment to be completed. Our original removal and delivery dates had to be postponed for a fortnight because of delays completing the sale of her house.
 
Cost: £2600
 

"We chose them because they were very friendly and responsive - easy to reach by telephone and by email - and they gave us a good value quote in comparison with other companies that we had approached. They dealt with uncertainty about the removal dates and changes forced on us by the selling process in a reassuring and understanding way. The actual removal went very well. The crew were on time and were kind and friendly to Mum, while completing the job quickly and without any breakages. We asked for a packing service with special attention for some antiques and everything was carefully handled - and arrived in perfect condition! Especially appreciated was the 'after sales' service of picking up the packaging materials, arranged with a simple phone call and done within a couple of hours of making the call. This made all the difference in getting the apartment into a liveable state and helping Mum to settle in. Everyone that we've dealt with from the office staff, to the surveyor, to the removals crew and the guys that came to take the empty boxes away has been friendly, efficient and gone out of their way to care about us and our needs. Huge thanks."
 
 
Team:
Kerrie, Craig, Kenny and two other moving crew
 
 
 

Review 24 May 2023
Recommended by customer in AB15
 My Age: 70 + 
 I'm: Male 
 My level of experience of similar services: Below Average 
 I have known this business: Over 10 years  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
Our move was from south of England to Aberdeen. We wanted a dedicated van so that we could be specific about the date, as we were not living at the south of England property. Five days would be needed , so a van had to be available all week. An ever moving (later) Exchange Date and Completion Date, plus several Public Holidays in April and May, meant that scheduling by Shore Porters, was quite demanding. We had quotes from a well known UK company and from a local south of England company. Shore Porters had the most suitable quote and performed the move extremely well.

"Kerrie Farman was our main point of contact, and she was excellent, and do helpful.
We can highly recommend her as the main point of contact.
Also Craig …… in the office who supplied more technical logistics aspects.
Driver of the 10m van team was Nicky, and Matthew.
Both excellent.
The whole move went really well
Thank you to them all."
 
 
Team:
Kerrie Farman, Craig …. ; In the Van - Nicky and Matthew
 
 
 

Review 23 May 2023
Recommended by customer in AB15
 My Age: 70 + 
 I'm: Male 
 My level of experience of similar services: Beginner 
 I have known this business: Over 10 years  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
One bedroom ground floor flat to a two bedroom bungalow
 
Cost: £700
 

"The team of three arrived on time and worked nonstop until the lorry was loaded and all our stuff was gone. They worked equally hard in reverse at the delivery end placing all our effects in the required room, she’d, or garden space.
We found no fault and we’re so impressed with the work, attitude, and helpfulness of them all."
 
 
Team:
Chris and two younger guys
 
 
 

Review 23 May 2023
Recommended by customer in AB51
 My Age: 60 - 69 
 I'm: Male 
 My level of experience of similar services: Average 
 I have known this business: Over 10 years  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 9/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 8/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
I moved from Skye to Inverurie. Access to my house in Skye is not the easiest and Shore Porters were aware of this. The move was handled very well throughout the whole process.
 
Cost: £2200
 

"I had used Shore Porters previously when I moved from Greater London to Skye back in 2002. At that time I took quotes from two other companies but chose Shore Porters, even though they were not the cheapest but my family had previous experience of the firm many years ago.

For the move from Skye to Inverurie I got a quote from Shore Porters which I thought was competitive so did not bother to contact other firms.

From the initial contact with the sales department (Kerrie and then Craig), the surveyor video call and the actual move I could not fault the service provided.

I think it is important that the team are not changed during the removal. Dealing with the same people over a three day period is very reassuring. I understand that for logistical reasons this may not always be possible but I was fortunate to have the same people over the three days. I found Ian and Martin to be friendly and professional throughout the move."
 
 
Team:
Ian and Martin - both very professional and hard working
 
 
 

Review 23 May 2023
Recommended by customer in AB10
 My Age: 40 - 49 
 I'm: Male 
 My level of experience of similar services: Experienced 
 I have known this business: Over 10 years  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
Move from East Ayrshire to Aberdeen.
 
Cost: £2000
 

"Third time moved by Shore Porters, as ever excellent service by careful polite staff from start to finish. These guys are the professionals, don't trust your move to anyone else. You get what you pay for."
 
 
Team:
Team led by Chris - they were all excellent
 
 
 

Review 19 Apr 2023
Recommended by customer in Dd10
 My Age: 50 - 59 
 I'm: Female 
 My level of experience of similar services: Experienced 
 I have known this business: Over 10 years  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
Our move was very last minute and after contacting all our local companies who couldn’t help us we tried further afield and were delighted to find Shore Porters could assist.

"Excellent service from start to finish. Professional helpful and obliging. The office staff were superb, so very professional, helpful and obliging, as we were moving in just a few days they did a video call to price the job which was reasonable and competitive.
It was a large move with some very large and large heavy pieces of antique furniture including a grandfather clock, yet all were moved safely and at ease by a lovely crew. They completed the move very quickly and efficiently. We were delighted with their service and they were also very reasonably priced.
We would definitely use them again and strongly recommend them."
 
 
 
 

Review 22 Feb 2023
Recommended by customer in NG24
 My Age: 60 - 69 
 I'm: Female 
 My level of experience of similar services: Average 
 I have known this business: 5 - 10 years  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
We were moving from a large house in Scotland to a small house in England so there were two different systems happening. This in turn caused timing problems for us. Shoreporters made arrangements for our items to be stored in Aberdeen until a final date was agreed. They also offered dates where the same team would be available to move us into our new home. Shoreporters did everything they could to support us.
 
Cost: £6270
 

"Shoreporters were very helpful, professional went out of their way to help with our difficult and ever changing entry date. The office team were extremely supportive and understanding and kept us up to date with the changes. A positive team which is what you need at this difficult and stressful time. Once we were had emptied all the boxes they collected them and all the excess paper. I would recommend them to anyone"
 
 
Team:
Craig, Kerrie, Ian and his team
 
 
 

Review 18 Jan 2023
Recommended by customer in AB15
 My Age: 60 - 69 
 I'm: Male 
 My level of experience of similar services: Above Average 
 I have known this business: Over 10 years  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 9/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 9/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 9/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
The move was from England to Scotland. the property we moved from was over 3 floors and there was a double garage. There were a lot of personal effects and these had to be collected from several places with a lot of climbing of stairs. On the arrival side, the top floor was accessed by a very narrow set of stairs and difficult to carry itmes up.

"The crew arrived on time and behaved in an exemplary manner. All items were shipped to Scotland over a period of 3 days and arrived in excellent conditions - nothing got broken.
The mover team was courtious and polity, asking questions when needed and moving on when they were certain of what was required.
Overall we are very happy with the move."
 
 
Team:
Craig,
 
 
 

Review 28 Dec 2022
Recommended by customer in FK10

 I'm: Male 

 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
I moved from Aberdeen to Alloa
 
Cost: £2000
 

"The service was prompt and friendly by email and phone. The staff were not irritated by changes in dates, new address etc. The removal team worked quietly and quickly but always took care of the items they were handling."
 
 
Team:
Kerrie sorry I forget the names of the men.
 
 
 

Review 10 Dec 2022
Recommended by customer in NN5
 My Age: 50 - 59 
 I'm: Female 
 My level of experience of similar services: Experienced 
 I have known this business: Over 10 years  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
We moved from North Aberdeenshire to the midlands. The whole process took 4 days as it was such a big move but we were in safe hands every step of the way.
 
Cost: £6800
 

"We were delighted with the service and professionalism offered by Shore Porters. We were extremely well looked after from the first visit to assess and discuss our needs right up to the move itself. The removal guys themselves were brilliant and checked in with us throughout the process. They were very courteous and offered guidance whenever we were unsure. It was a big move which took over 4 days. The team at the office were always available with any queries or advice. We were so well looked after and our move went extremely well and all of our property arrived safely. I would have no hesitation recommending Shore Porters."
 
 
Team:
Andrew, Craig, David & Kenny
 
 
 

Review 18 Nov 2022
Recommended by customer in BD19
 My Age: 30 - 39 
 I'm: Male 
 My level of experience of similar services: Beginner 
 I haven't used this business before  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 8/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 7/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 6/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
Home move
 
Cost: £2800
 

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Review 22 Oct 2022
Recommended by customer in AB15
 My Age: 40 - 49 
 I'm: Male 
 My level of experience of similar services: Average 
 I have known this business: Under 1 year  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 9/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 9/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 9/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 9/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 8/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
Moved from Birmingham to Aberdeen, pick up by removals firm was on a return trip from London so it suited them from a logistics perspective.
 
Cost: £3000
 

"The guys in the office were very good at keeping in contact and updating the arrival times. When the packers arrived they were very efficient and friendly. Everything arrived at the destination in one piece! Later, when we managed to unpack all the boxes they came by and collected the empties. Overall, very satisfied with the service."
 
 
Team:
Danny and Craig
 
 
 

Review 20 Oct 2022
Recommended by customer in LN11
 My Age: 70 + 
 I'm: Male 
 My level of experience of similar services: Above Average 
 I haven't used this business before  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 

"From the day the surveyer came to the day the last piece of furniture was placed in the house (exactly where we wanted it) everything went like clock work, great company, great removal men and great service.

Thank you for everything and we would definitely recommend to anyone who may be looking for a removal company.

David & Linda Girvan."
 
 
Team:
Unfortunately I can't remember
 
 
 

Review 19 Oct 2022
Recommended by customer in DD10
 My Age: 70 + 
 I'm: Female 
 My level of experience of similar services: Average 
 I have known this business: Over 10 years  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
From a one bedroomed 11th floor multi storey flat to a first floor two bedroomed flat 40 miles away.
 
Cost: £1508
 

"Was a very efficient, careful service from start to finish done in record time and with good humour! All possessions arrived damage free. Very impressive service and have and will continue to recommend you as the Company to go to.
"
 
 
Team:
Only name I remember is Craig.
 
 
 

Review 27 Sep 2022
Recommended by customer in AB15
 My Age: 60 - 69 
 I'm: Female 
 My level of experience of similar services: Average 
 I have known this business: Over 10 years  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
Move from Aberdeen to rural North East England, tricky entry up narrow steep stone steps to new house.

"They were all wonderful! They all worked non-stop, and were always cheery and uncomplaining despite the challenge for Craig and Mathew of carrying heavy furniture up steep steps, managing to shoehorn through narrow doors and up narrow stairs. Packing was carefully done.
I truly admire their skills, professionalism and stamina. Couldn't have asked for a nicer, kinder Crew to help me move house."
 
 
Team:
Craig, Mathew and Mark (Martin?)
 
 
 
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