When you need to move today, you need a removals company that is organised, responsive and calm under pressure. At Richmond upon Thames Removals we provide a dedicated same day removals service across Richmond upon Thames and the surrounding areas, carried out by experienced, professional and fully insured teams.
Our same day removals service is designed for urgent or last‑minute moves where you can’t wait days for a slot. Subject to availability, we can deploy a suitably sized vehicle and a trained crew the same day you call, handling everything from a small flat to a compact office relocation.
We focus on fast response without cutting corners. That means careful handling, proper protection of your belongings and clear communication throughout, even when time is tight. Where possible, we follow the same professional process we use on planned moves – just adapted to fit your timeframe.
Based in Richmond upon Thames, we know the local streets, parking restrictions and building layouts extremely well. This local knowledge is vital on a same day move, where there’s little margin for delays.
We regularly support urgent removals in areas such as Richmond, Twickenham, Teddington, Hampton, Kew, Barnes and nearby parts of South West London. Whether you’re moving within the borough or out to another part of London or further afield, we plan routes and timings carefully to keep your move on track.
Ideal if completion dates move unexpectedly, a chain finally lines up, or you’re facing a sudden handover deadline. We can step in at short notice to move the contents of houses and larger properties, bringing extra crew if needed.
Perfect for tenants given short notice to vacate, dealing with emergency repairs, or finding a last‑minute new place. We regularly help with same day moves between flats, studios and shared houses, even with limited access.
We work with landlords and letting agents who need to clear or prepare a property quickly – for example, after an unexpected tenancy change, or when a property must be empty for works. We handle furniture removal, selective item moves and careful transport to storage.
Our same day service supports small offices, shops and studios needing urgent relocation or internal reshuffles. We move desks, IT equipment, stock, archives and light machinery, keeping disruption to a minimum.
We often help students with last‑minute moves between halls and shared houses, or urgent clear‑outs at the end of term. A smaller van and crew can keep costs sensible while still offering a professional service.
For safety, legal and insurance reasons, some items are excluded from same day removals:
If you’re unsure about a specific item, mention it when you enquire and we’ll confirm what’s possible.
Call us as early as you can. We’ll ask key questions about property size, addresses, access, parking, and what needs moving. Based on this, we provide a clear, no‑obligation quote and confirm whether same day availability is possible.
For many same day moves we carry out a quick virtual survey using photos or video call. For larger or more complex jobs, we may send a surveyor if time allows. The aim is to understand volume, any access issues, and any fragile or bulky items that need special handling.
Where you’re already packed, we’ll focus on protecting furniture and key items. If needed and time permits, we offer packing support, bringing boxes, wrapping materials and tape. We use covers for mattresses and sofas, and padding for vulnerable surfaces.
Our trained team systematically loads your belongings, securing items correctly to prevent movement in transit. We plan the best route considering traffic and any time constraints. All goods are covered by our goods in transit insurance, giving peace of mind during the journey.
At the new property we unload carefully, placing items into the rooms you specify. We can position furniture where you’d like it and stack boxes in an organised way so you can find essentials easily. Before we leave, we do a final check to ensure nothing is left on the vehicle.
Same day removals are priced fairly and transparently, reflecting the extra pressure on scheduling and crew availability, but without hidden extras. Your quote will typically be based on:
Where jobs are straightforward, we often offer fixed‑price quotes. More complex or uncertain jobs may be quoted on an hourly basis with clear minimum and overtime rates. All costs and terms are confirmed before you commit.
On a same day move, time and stress levels are already high. Opting for a professional removals company instead of a basic man‑and‑van or DIY approach makes a real difference:
DIY or casual options may appear cheaper initially, but the cost of damaged furniture, delayed handovers or unreliable operators can quickly outweigh any saving.
Richmond upon Thames Removals operates to recognised industry standards to protect you and your belongings, even when work is arranged at short notice.
We provide clear terms and conditions outlining how your items are protected and any responsibilities on both sides. If you have specific insurance requirements, let us know and we’ll explain how our cover applies.
Even on urgent moves we prioritise the protection of your belongings and your property. We use clean removal blankets, sofa and mattress covers, floor protection where needed, and appropriate lifting equipment. Our aim is to complete your same day move with no damage and minimal disruption.
We also work towards more sustainable operating practices:
A homeowner in Richmond had an exchange and completion brought forward unexpectedly. With only a day’s notice, we allocated a larger vehicle and extra crew, packed key rooms, moved all furniture and delivered to their new property that evening, allowing them to hand over the keys on time.
After a water leak made a Twickenham flat unliveable, we arranged a same day evening move to temporary accommodation. We prioritised essential items first – bed, clothes, work equipment – and returned for remaining items the following morning.
A small business in Teddington needed to vacate serviced offices at short notice. We dismantled desks, protected IT equipment, and relocated them to new premises the same day, allowing staff to be operational again the next working day.
Costs vary depending on how much you’re moving, the distance travelled, access at each property and how quickly the move must be completed. Same day jobs can be slightly higher than standard bookings because of the pressure on scheduling and crew allocation. As a guide, small local same day moves may start from a few hundred pounds, while larger house or office moves will be more. We’ll ask a few questions, then provide a clear, itemised quote before you decide to go ahead.
We can’t guarantee same day availability every time, as it depends on existing bookings, crew levels and vehicle capacity on the day. However, we do keep some flexibility in our schedule and will always do our best to accommodate urgent requests, even if that means offering an evening or early‑morning slot. The earlier in the day you contact us, the better chance we have of arranging a suitable team and vehicle. If same day isn’t possible, we’ll offer the earliest realistic alternative.
Yes. Your belongings are covered by our standard goods in transit insurance while on our vehicles, subject to our terms and any declared value limits. We also carry public liability cover for accidental damage to buildings or injury to third parties. Same day moves are treated with the same level of care and protection as planned moves. We’ll explain how our insurance works when you book, and you’re welcome to ask about specific high‑value items so we can confirm how best to protect them.
Our same day service includes a vehicle of suitable size, a trained removals team, loading, transport and unloading at your new address. We provide protective blankets and basic furniture protection as standard. Where time allows, we can also help with dismantling and re‑assembling simple furniture and limited packing assistance. Packing materials and extensive packing, long carries, or particularly complex items may involve additional charges, which we’ll explain clearly when quoting so you know exactly what’s included.
We operate as a full professional removals company rather than a casual transport service. That means trained staff, suitable vehicles, proper protection materials, written confirmations and full insurance cover. We plan your move, not just turn up with a van. On urgent jobs this structure really matters: it reduces the risk of no‑shows, damage, or delays that can cause serious problems with landlords, buyers or building management. In short, we combine the speed of a man‑and‑van with the standards of a dedicated removals firm.
For genuine same day moves, contact us as early as you possibly can – ideally first thing in the morning. This gives us the best chance of allocating the right team and vehicle, and carrying out a quick survey so there are no surprises on the day. If you know even a day or two ahead that you may need an urgent move, let us know; we can pencil you in and confirm details later. For most people, the moment you become aware of the need to move is the moment to get in touch.
