Business Details
8 Years
experience
Trusted Removals & Storage Services in Bishops Stortford
Established in 2018, Houghton Move is a family-run business based in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire. Our director, Alec, brings extensive industry experience to our operations, having worked in removals for many years prior to founding the company. We specialise in fully tailored domestic and commercial removals, packing, and storage solutions, prioritising personal customer service and stress-free experiences. Our small team ensures individual attention to each client's needs, supported by a fleet of vehicles and a commitment to treating belongings with care.We provide standard protections such as mattress covers and removal blankets, alongside dismantling services for standard beds. Backed by 25,000 insurance cover, our reputation for reliability and efficiency has been built through consistent delivery of high-quality service across local and national moves.
Services
Local and National Moves
Full Packing Service
Part Packing Service
Packing Materials
Storage
Trade Storage
Single Item Storage
Dismantling Services
Insurance Cover
Stress-Free Moves
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- We offer fully tailored removals, packing, and storage services with personal attention.
- Our director has extensive industry experience spanning many years.
- We provide 25,000 insurance cover for customer peace of mind.
- Our small team ensures direct communication and understanding of client needs.
- We treat all belongings with the same care as our own possessions.
What people say
Amazing from start to finish
Excellent Third move
Friendly helpful hard working
Highly recommend Alec and Jasmine
Very professional service
Services
Local and National Moves
We provide fully tailored domestic and commercial removals across Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire, Essex, and nationwide. Our experienced team ensures careful handling of belongings with standard protections including mattress covers and quilted furniture wraps. From single-room moves to multi-site relocations, we adapt to client requirements while maintaining consistent service quality and reliability.
Full Packing Service
Our trained staff offers comprehensive packing services for entire households or specific areas like kitchens. We use high-quality materials and efficient techniques to protect fragile items and optimise space. The service includes labelling systems for easy unpacking, with options to pack on the day before relocation, reducing client preparation time and stress associated with moving.
Storage
We provide short and long-term storage solutions in secure warehouse facilities. Options include container storage, trade storage, and single-item storage starting at 5.00 per week. Our climate-controlled environment protects belongings from damage, with flexible access arrangements and comprehensive inventory management systems to track stored items throughout their storage period.
Packing Materials
We supply premium packing materials available for purchase separately or in bundles based on property size. Our inventory includes boxes, protective wraps, and specialised containers for fragile items. Orders over 35.00 receive free delivery within a 5-mile radius of Bishops Stortford, with advance ordering required to ensure material availability for scheduled moves.
Dismantling Services
Our team provides dismantling and reassembly services for standard beds and large furniture items. This includes careful disassembly with hardware storage, transportation of components, and professional reassembly at destination properties. The service ensures safe handling of complex furniture pieces while maintaining structural integrity during transit.
People
Alec
Director
With extensive prior experience in the removals industry, Alec founded Houghton Move in 2018. He oversees all operations, ensuring high service standards and direct client communication. His hands-on approach and industry knowledge contribute significantly to the company's reputation for reliability and customer satisfaction.
Jasmine
Team Member
Jasmine works alongside Alec to deliver efficient removal services. Known for professionalism and attention to detail, she contributes to the team's ability to handle complex moves with minimal stress for clients. Her customer-focused approach aligns with the company's commitment to excellent service.
Questions
What areas do you cover for removals?
We operate from Bishops Stortford across Hertfordshire and Essex, with national capabilities for moves to locations like Barnsley and Harlow.
Do you offer packing services?
Yes, we provide full or part packing services with trained staff handling fragile items and offering labelling systems for easy unpacking.
What storage options are available?
We offer short and long-term storage solutions including container storage, trade storage, and single-item storage starting at £5.00 per week.
Can you handle long-distance moves?
Yes, we specialise in both local and national moves, adapting our services to meet specific requirements regardless of distance.
Is insurance included in your services?
All moves include £25,000 insurance cover for customer belongings during transportation and storage periods.
How do you ensure stress-free moves?
Through personal service, experienced staff, standard protective measures, and comprehensive planning to address each client's unique requirements.
Reviews (5)
Gosia Krawczyk
Nov 26, 2021
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I would like to thank Houghton Move for the fantastic service they provided for LP Archaeology in moving artefacts from one storage to another. Very friendly and helpful team, yet with highly professional attitude, efficiency, excellent communication and a very competitive price make the company being 100% worth recommendation. Thank you!
Leah Nelson
Sep 07, 2021
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Amazing service from start to finish.
Efficient, Organised and Professional, will definitely be recommending.
Efficient, Organised and Professional, will definitely be recommending.
Alex Campbell
Aug 15, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
Houghton Move were excellent in moving us from London to Hertfordshire. They completed both our removal and delivery of our belongings extremely quickly and with care and attention. I would highly recommend them to oversee your removals.
Houghton Move were excellent in moving us from London to Hertfordshire. They completed both our removal and delivery of our belongings extremely quickly and with care and attention. I would highly recommend them to oversee your removals.
Sebastien Jollet
Jul 26, 2021
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Extremely positive experience all the way !
Alex and the team came on day one to pack up our 5-bed house and garage: quick tour to evaluate / check and 5 min later, keys handed over, off they went packing the house into boxes. By 3pm it was all done which was impressive. Day 2 was also as seamless and impressive: they loaded their vans, drive all the way to our new place late morning and by 4pm all was unloaded and that was on a hot day too ! Needless to say, all the goods we unpacked were all in very good order upon unpacking. Also, very impressed they came later on to pickup all the empty cardboard
Alex and the team came on day one to pack up our 5-bed house and garage: quick tour to evaluate / check and 5 min later, keys handed over, off they went packing the house into boxes. By 3pm it was all done which was impressive. Day 2 was also as seamless and impressive: they loaded their vans, drive all the way to our new place late morning and by 4pm all was unloaded and that was on a hot day too ! Needless to say, all the goods we unpacked were all in very good order upon unpacking. Also, very impressed they came later on to pickup all the empty cardboard
David Arkell
Jul 23, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Excellent, professional service from all the staff. Jasmine in the office replied to emails promptly. The removal men were polite, quick and efficient. Loading up the day before the move was a big help. I would definitely recommend Houghton Move Removals.
Excellent, professional service from all the staff. Jasmine in the office replied to emails promptly. The removal men were polite, quick and efficient. Loading up the day before the move was a big help. I would definitely recommend Houghton Move Removals.
