
House Move Insurance: What’s Covered and What Isn’t
What’s covered by goods-in-transit insurance, what isn’t, and the questions to ask before you book a removals firm.
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Charles JamesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Have been served well by this company in the past for home removals. Excellent service.Posted on Google![]()
marcus newmanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We have used simply moving and their storage facilities several times. The team are so professional, very careful, friendly and super efficient. The communication was excellent and our items came back in perfect condition. We used their packing up service this made life so much easier. Thanks to all the teamPosted on Google![]()
Matt WattsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Honest, fast and reliable service!! Highly recommendedPosted on Google![]()
Francisco Blanco (JBL)Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Excellent service from SimplyMoving Removals! The team were friendly, eager to help and quick to return to collect the empty boxes after my move. Highly recommended!”Posted on Google![]()
Dave EvansTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Excellent company. Team arrived on time and quickly loaded two full van loads on what transpired to be the hottest day of the year, at 36C! Very clean and respectful of my belongings and both properties. Unloading was just as efficient and placed items/boxes where designated. Took good care of everything and all was done at a very competitive price. Would recommend to all, without hesitation.Posted on Google![]()
Adam SmithTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I can’t recommend Simply Moving Removals highly enough. They arrived on time and had everything loaded quickly and efficiently. Nothing was too much trouble, and they were more than happy to unload everything exactly where we wanted it. The guys were friendly, helpful and professional throughout the whole move, which made the day so much easier. Great service from start to finish!Posted on Google![]()
Jo HollingsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I needed help moving from Leicester to Glen Parva, the pack up and move went smoothly. I loved how all the boxes were labelled :)Posted on Google![]()
Kirsty BachelorTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Martin and the team were fantastic from start to finish, great communication with our quote, a highly competitive price and excellent job done on what was the hottest day of the year. Highly recommend!Posted on Google![]()
Stefan HallamTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Great company. Very professional and helpful. Great place to store items for a period of time to. Highly recommend.

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