Packing and Boxes

Packing and Boxes in Soho – Soho Movers

At Soho Movers, we provide a dedicated Packing and Boxes service in Soho designed to protect your belongings from the moment they go into a box to the moment they are safely unpacked. As a local, professional removals company, we understand the challenges of moving in and around central London – tight stairwells, busy streets, controlled parking and time restrictions – and we pack with all of this in mind.

Specialist Packing and Boxes Service in Soho

Our packing teams are fully trained in preparing homes, flats and offices for local and long-distance moves. We only use high‑quality packing materials and purpose-made cartons, so your items are protected against knocks, vibration and the unpredictable British weather.

Whether you need a full house packed, a few fragile items boxed, or just quality packing materials supplied, we provide a flexible service that fits around your schedule and budget.

Who Our Packing and Boxes Service Is For

Homeowners

If you are selling or buying in Soho or surrounding areas, our full packing service saves you days of work. We carefully pack room by room, label every carton clearly, and prepare everything so removal day runs smoothly and efficiently.

Renters

Flats in Soho often mean narrow staircases, limited lifts and tight access. Our team knows how to pack compact city properties efficiently, minimising the number of boxes while still providing proper protection. This helps keep removal costs sensible and avoids damage claims with landlords.

Landlords

For landlords dealing with end-of-tenancy clearances or preparing furnished lets, we offer partial packing and organised boxing of kitchenware, linens, and loose items. Everything is labelled clearly so inventories are easy to manage.

Businesses

Offices, studios, shops and creative spaces in Soho rely on us for office packing and commercial packing. We handle files, IT equipment, stock, props, artwork and specialist items – all boxed and labelled by department or destination to minimise downtime.

Students

Students in halls or shared flats often just need a small but reliable packing solution. We offer student packing and boxes for term-time moves, summer storage, or relocations to and from Soho, using smaller cartons that are easy to carry and stack safely.

What’s Included in Our Packing and Boxes Service

Items Typically Included

• Household contents – kitchenware, books, clothes, ornaments, small furniture
• Fragile items – glassware, china, mirrors, artworks, picture frames
• Electronics – TVs, computers, monitors, audio equipment (packed in appropriate cartons)
• Office contents – files, stationery, IT equipment, desk contents, archive boxes
• Personal items – bedding, shoes, accessories, hobby equipment
• Garage and loft items – within safe weight limits and if clean and dry

Items We Normally Exclude

For safety and insurance reasons, some items are excluded from our packing service and must be handled separately:

• Hazardous materials (paints, solvents, gas bottles, fuel, chemicals)
• Perishable or open food items
• Cash, jewellery and high-value personal documents (we recommend keeping these with you)
• Illegal or prohibited goods
• Very large or fixed items requiring specialist contractors (e.g. plumbed-in appliances not disconnected, certain machinery)

If you are unsure whether something can be packed, we will advise during the survey and provide practical alternatives.

Types of Packing Services We Offer

• Full Packing Service – We pack your entire property, supplying all boxes and materials.
• Fragile-Only Packing – We pack breakables such as glass, china, pictures and mirrors; you pack the rest.
• Owner-Packed with Materials Supplied – You pack your belongings using our professional boxes, tape and wrapping.
• Unpacking Service – On moving-in day, we can unpack selected areas or the whole property and remove used materials.

Our Step-by-Step Packing and Removals Process

1. Enquiry & Quote

You contact Soho Movers by phone or online with basic details of your move and packing needs. We discuss property size, number of rooms, special items and timescales. From this, we provide an initial, no-obligation estimate for packing, boxes and associated removal services.

2. Survey (Virtual or Onsite)

To provide an accurate quote, we carry out either a video survey or an onsite visit in Soho. This allows us to confirm volumes, access conditions, parking and any fragile or unusual items. Following the survey, we send a clear written quotation outlining what is included and any optional extras.

3. Packing & Preparation

On the agreed date, our trained packing team arrives with all materials. We protect surfaces, then pack systematically by room. Fragile and high-value items receive additional wrapping and cushioning. Every box is labelled with contents and destination room to simplify unloading and unpacking.

4. Loading & Transport

Once packed, your boxes and furniture are loaded into our vehicles, secured with straps and blankets to prevent movement. Our drivers follow the agreed route and timing, taking into account Soho traffic, loading restrictions and building requirements. All items are protected under our goods in transit insurance.

5. Unloading & Placement

At your new property, we unload boxes into the correct rooms as labelled. If you have booked our unpacking service, we also open cartons, place items on surfaces or into cupboards as agreed, and remove used packing materials for reuse or recycling where possible.

Transparent Pricing for Packing and Boxes

We believe in clear, straightforward pricing. Our quotes detail:

• Labour for packing (number of packers and hours or a fixed price)
• Type and quantity of boxes supplied
• Other materials – tape, bubble wrap, paper, wardrobe cartons, picture cartons
• Any unpacking services requested

Prices depend on property size, volume of contents, access and how much you want us to handle. We can provide options – from full packing to materials-only – so you can choose what suits your budget. There are no hidden extras; any potential additional costs (such as late booking or restricted access) are explained in advance.

Why Choose Professional Packing Instead of DIY or Man-and-Van

Many people start packing themselves and quickly realise how time-consuming and physically demanding it is. Professional packing offers several advantages:

• Trained packers who know how to protect fragile, heavy and awkward items
• Reduced risk of breakage and claims – properly packed boxes withstand transport
• Efficient use of materials so you do not over-buy or under-protect
• Correctly labelled cartons that make unloading and finding items simpler
• Integrated with the removal plan – no last-minute chaos on moving day

Casual man-and-van operators may not provide suitable packing, insurance or continuity of service. As a fully insured, established removals company, we take responsibility for both the packing and the move, giving you a single, accountable team from start to finish.

Insurance and Professional Standards

Soho Movers operates to high industry standards, giving you peace of mind throughout your move.

• Goods in transit insurance – Covers your belongings while they are being transported in our vehicles, subject to standard terms and conditions.
• Public liability cover – Protects against accidental damage to third-party property during the move.
• Trained moving teams – Our staff are employed and trained in safe handling, packing techniques and customer care.

We will explain the limits and conditions of cover clearly and can discuss additional options for particularly high-value items if required.

Care, Protection and Sustainability

We handle your belongings as if they were our own. This means using proper floor and banister protection where needed, wrapping delicate items thoroughly, and never overloading boxes. We also consider the environmental impact of every move.

• Use of strong, reusable cartons wherever possible
• Collection and reuse of boxes in good condition after the move
• Recycling of worn-out materials through appropriate channels
• Planning vehicle routes to reduce unnecessary mileage and emissions

Choosing a professional packing service can reduce waste, as materials are used correctly and efficiently rather than in a trial-and-error way.

Real-World Packing and Boxes Use Cases in Soho

Moving House

For family homes and larger flats, we often provide a two-day packing schedule ahead of move day, focusing on non-essential rooms first and leaving everyday items until last. This keeps your household functioning while we prepare everything safely for the move.

Office Relocation

Soho offices and studios rely on us for weekend or out-of-hours packing to keep disruption to a minimum. We supply crate systems or cartons labelled by department, pack IT equipment carefully, and work closely with your team so everyone knows where their items are going.

Urgent or Short-Notice Moves

Sometimes moves are confirmed at short notice. Where our schedule allows, we offer urgent packing and boxes, rapidly deploying a team to get you safely packed in time. We prioritise essentials and fragile items, ensuring nothing is rushed at the expense of protection.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a packing and boxes service cost?

The cost depends on the size of your property, the volume of contents and how much you want us to pack. A small flat with a fragile-only service will cost less than a full packing service for a large family home. We price either as a fixed fee based on our survey or an agreed day rate, including all standard materials. Once we have carried out a virtual or onsite survey, we provide a clear written quotation with no hidden extras.

Can you offer same-day or urgent packing in Soho?

Where our schedule allows, we can provide same-day or short-notice packing in Soho. This is particularly useful if your completion date is confirmed late or you need to vacate a property quickly. Urgent bookings are subject to crew and vehicle availability, and may be priced differently to allow for overtime or reallocation of resources. The earlier you contact us, the more options we can offer, but we will always be honest about what is realistically achievable.

Are my belongings insured while being packed and moved?

Yes. When we provide the packing and the removal service, your goods are covered by our goods in transit insurance while they are in our care and vehicles, subject to policy terms. We also hold public liability cover for accidental damage to third-party property. We explain the limits, exclusions and any valuation requirements before you book. If you pack your own boxes, our responsibility is more limited, which is another reason many clients choose our professional packing option.

What exactly is included in your packing and boxes service?

Our standard service includes professional packers, all agreed cartons and materials, careful packing of specified items, clear labelling of boxes and preparation for transport. We can also dismantle simple furniture if requested and pack clothing into wardrobe cartons. Optional extras include unpacking at your new property and the removal or reuse of empty boxes. Hazardous items, open food, and valuables like cash or jewellery are excluded for safety and insurance reasons, but we will guide you on how best to handle these.

How is your service different from a basic man-and-van?

A basic man-and-van typically provides transport only, with little or no professional packing, limited materials and often no formal insurance. At Soho Movers, you get a professional team, trained packers, quality boxes and wrapping, fully insured vehicles and clear processes from survey to delivery. We plan the job properly, protect your property and belongings, and take responsibility for the overall result. For anything beyond a very small or simple move, this level of service usually works out better value and significantly less stressful.

How far in advance should I book packing and boxes?

Ideally, you should book as soon as you have a likely moving date – typically two to four weeks in advance for a full packing service, especially during busy periods. This gives us time to carry out a survey, prepare materials and allocate the right size team. However, we know that in Soho and central London moves can be confirmed at short notice. If that happens, contact us as early as you can and we will do our best to accommodate you.