Business Details
23 Years
experience
Professional Removal Services in York
Established in 2003, Mr Shifter is a York-based removal company dedicated to making house moves stress-free. Our services include door-to-door removals, house clearances, packaging, delivery, and storage solutions. With experienced, trained staff and fully equipped vehicles, we prioritise reliability, professionalism, and customer satisfaction. We offer fixed-price and hourly-rate options, ensuring transparency and affordability. Our team handles every aspect of your move, from initial surveys to final delivery, with care and expertise. Fully insured with comprehensive van insurance, goods-in-transit cover, and public liability protection, we provide peace of mind. Recommended by estate agents and partnered with reallymoving.com, our reputation is built on over 13 years of positive testimonials.We specialise in local, national, and international moves, ensuring your belongings are packed, protected, and transported safely. Our storage facility offers a hassle-free alternative to self-storage, with collection and delivery services tailored to your schedule. From small student moves to large household relocations, Mr Shifter combines experience, equipment, and exceptional service to exceed expectations.
Services
Removal Service
House Clearances
Packaging Service
Delivery Service
Storage Facility
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- Established in 2003, we have over 13 years of experience in the removal industry.
- We offer fixed-price quotes after a personal survey, ensuring transparency.
- Fully insured with comprehensive van insurance and public liability cover.
- Our trained staff provide professional, courteous service from start to finish.
- Recommended by estate agents and partnered with reallymoving.com for added trust.
Associations and certifications
- Ombudsman Regulated
What people say
Fantastic service
Really efficient
Stress-free
Excellent value
Lovely guys
Services
Removal Service
Mr Shifters removal service specialises in door-to-door moves for homes and businesses. Our experienced team handles packing, transportation, and delivery with care, using fully equipped vehicles and protective materials. Tailored solutions ensure stress-free transitions locally, nationally, or internationally.
House Clearances
We offer discreet, efficient house clearances for bereavement, downsizing, or refurbishments. Our team removes furniture, appliances, and waste from any property area, prioritising dignity and minimal disruption. Items are transported in closed vehicles to protect privacy and prevent damage to surroundings.
Packaging Service
Our packaging service ensures safe transit for fragile or valuable items. Using high-quality materials, we pack everything from single items to entire households. Sharon, our expert packer, minimises breakages and streamlines moves by labelling boxes clearly for easy unpacking at your new location.
Delivery Service
Mr Shifter provides reliable delivery for furniture, appliances, or small items nationwide. Regular clients include JYSK, HomeSense, and the NHS. We handle door-to-door logistics, ensuring timely, secure delivery of single items or full van loads with minimal hassle for clients.
Storage Facility
Our secure, dry storage facility offers flexible short- or long-term solutions for furniture, antiques, or seasonal items. We collect and deliver stored items at convenient times, eliminating the need for self-storage. This hassle-free service saves time, effort, and logistical stress.
People
Paul Eckart
Owner
Paul founded Mr Shifter in 2003 and oversees all operations. With hands-on experience in every aspect of removals, he ensures the family business maintains its reputation for reliability and customer care.
Gregg Bray
Key Coordinator
Gregg, known as 'Mr Reliable', manages coordination with expertise gained over years in removals and deliveries. His knowledge ensures smooth logistics and client satisfaction.
Tom Eckart
Team Leader
Tom, Pauls son, leads removal teams with experience in European and domestic moves. Currently working internationally, he contributes strategic insights to enhance service quality.
Sharon Bray
Chief Packer
Sharon oversees packing operations, ensuring delicate items are secured with precision. Her meticulous approach minimises stress and damage during transit, providing clients peace of mind.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We operate in York, North Yorkshire, and nationwide across the UK, including international moves.
How do you handle fragile items?
Fragile items are wrapped in bubble wrap and packed in reinforced boxes. Sharon, our expert packer, ensures delicate items are secured meticulously.
Are you insured?
Yes, we have comprehensive van insurance, £25,000 goods-in-transit cover, and £5,000,000 public liability insurance.
Can you assist with disassembling furniture?
Yes, we offer dismantling and reassembly services for beds, wardrobes, and flat-pack furniture at an extra cost.
Do you provide storage options?
Yes, our secure storage facility includes collection and delivery services for short- or long-term needs.
How are prices calculated?
We offer fixed prices after a personal survey. For small moves, hourly rates are available to suit your budget.
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Reviews (6)
Oliver Taylor-Bower
Nov 17, 2018
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Excellent service. Rang at last minute due to an early move date and was able to help with no questions. Paul and Tony were very thorough, careful and quick. Asked for an extra pick up for additional furniture and was happy to oblige. Couldnt recommend enough. Will definitely use again when required.
Lisa Birkitt
Oct 03, 2018
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My grandmother used Mr Shifter to move house. They were excellent, efficient and polite. Would highly recommend.
Trevor Rudd
Aug 27, 2017
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Used Mr Shifter back in May for a move in York. Great service, turning up on time for the quotation visit and on the day of the move. Paul's organisation in loading his van as required was very impressive. Friendly and hardworking, good value for money and would definitely recommend them.
Heather Agar
Jul 16, 2017
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Mr Shifter (Paul & Dan) Fabulous guys nothing was too much trouble. Thank you so much for your hard work moving me from York to Sheffield excellent service, smooth ride in the van, highly recommend you to everyone.
Lily'S. World
Jan 13, 2017
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Fantastic service 100% professional and efficient. The guys are very hard working and just dont stop all day!! They are flexible, reliable and maby most importantly very careful! They have over 20 years experience between them and it shows when you watch them pack the trucks and carefully manoeuvre large furniture around a tight house! I can't say enough good things about these guys and their service. I 100% recommend!!!
Gillian Byrom-Smith
Aug 09, 2016
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Fantastic service at a very resonable cost. Paul and Greg were friendly and very hard working, making our move go very smoothly. I would highly recommend Mr Shifter.
