Business Details
Stress-Free UK Removals with Ralphs Removals
Ralphs Removals is a family-run business established over 30 years ago, dedicated to providing professional and stress-free removal services across the UK. With our headquarters in East Preston, West Sussex, we serve both domestic and commercial clients, offering comprehensive solutions including packing, storage, and insurance. Our reputation for careful, courteous service has been built through decades of delivering efficient moves, from local relocations to nationwide projects. We pride ourselves on personal service tailored to individual needs, supported by a team with extensive experience in the removals industry. Our commitment to quality is reflected in the positive feedback from satisfied customers, many of whom return for future moves or recommend us to others.We maintain transparency in operations, offering competitive quotes and clear terms of business to ensure client confidence. Our long-standing presence in the industry demonstrates our reliability and deep understanding of the challenges associated with moving. By combining speed with attention to detail, we aim to make every relocation as smooth as possible. Our focus on customer satisfaction has established us as a trusted partner for both individuals and organisations requiring dependable removal services.
Services
Free Quotations
Insurance Cover
Packing Service
Cartons Supplied
Piano Moving
Storage Facilities
Small Item Delivery
Domestic Removals
Commercial Removals
UK Wide Moves
Highlights and features
- We are a family-run business with over 30 years of experience in UK removals
- Our team provides careful and courteous service tailored to individual requirements
- We offer competitive quotes with no hidden fees for all removal projects
- Free carton loans for local moves to simplify your packing requirements
- Comprehensive insurance cover included as standard for all moves
What people say
Smooth move
Professional service
Courteous and helpful
Prompt and professional
Excellent service
Services
Domestic Removals
We specialise in domestic removals across the UK, providing professional moving services for private households. Our experienced team handles all aspects of the move with care and efficiency, ensuring minimal disruption to your household. With over 30 years of experience, we understand the stresses of moving home and work to make the process as smooth as possible.
Commercial Removals
Our commercial removals service caters to small businesses, housing associations and local authorities. We provide tailored solutions to ensure business continuity during office relocations. With dedicated project management and flexible scheduling, we minimise downtime while maintaining the same high standards of care and professionalism as our domestic services.
Packing Service
We offer comprehensive packing services using high-quality materials to protect your belongings during transit. Our team specialises in packing fragile items like china and glassware with individual wrapping and secure cartons. For those preferring self-packing, we loan cartons free of charge for local moves and supply packing materials at competitive prices.
Storage Facilities
We provide access to secure storage solutions through partnerships with local self-storage providers. Our clients benefit from dedicated units with peace of mind that their belongings are protected. Storage options are available for both short-term and long-term requirements, with flexible access arrangements to suit different needs.
Piano Moving
Our specialist piano moving service covers uprights, baby grands and other musical instruments. Fully insured and equipped with appropriate handling tools, our experienced team ensures safe transportation of valuable instruments. This service includes proper crating and climate-controlled vehicle transport to maintain instrument integrity during relocation.
People
Peter Aston
Director
With over 15 years in the removals industry, Peter oversees operations and client relations at Ralphs Removals. He brings extensive experience in managing complex moves and ensuring service excellence.
Edward Aston
Operations Manager
Edward manages day-to-day operations with particular expertise in logistics planning. His 12 years in the business ensure efficient execution of both local and nationwide removal projects.
Questions
Do you provide removal services outside Sussex and Hampshire?
Yes, while our base is in West Sussex, we provide removal services across the entire UK mainland, including recent moves to Teeside, Devon and South Wales.
What types of items require special packing?
We specialise in packing fragile items like china, glassware and delicate ornaments. We also offer specialist services for pianos, valuable artwork and sensitive business equipment.
How do you handle payment for removal services?
We require a 50% deposit at booking with the balance due on completion. Payment can be made by credit/debit card or cash through our secure payment system.
Are you insured for damage during removals?
Yes, we carry full insurance cover with the first £15,000 of liability included at no extra charge, ensuring your belongings are protected during transit and storage.
Can you assist with last-minute removals?
We understand emergencies happen and will always try to accommodate urgent moves, subject to availability, as demonstrated by our recent last-minute customer assistance in Havant.
Do you offer storage solutions for business relocations?
Yes, we provide secure storage facilities suitable for both domestic and commercial clients, with dedicated units available for short or long-term business relocation projects.
Reviews (6)
Nicky Taylor
Oct 29, 2021
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We couldnt have asked for a more professional service, Edward and James were both brilliant, very polite and efficient both loading up and unloading the lorry. Their help and understanding during one of lifes more stressful times was second to none. Would definitely recommend 100%!
Aaron Folan
Jun 21, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Great company!.... the lads worked very hard, were very polite and well organised!... couldnt fault the service they provided and would highly recommend!
Service:Local move
Great company!.... the lads worked very hard, were very polite and well organised!... couldnt fault the service they provided and would highly recommend!
Service:Local move
Karen Gray
Feb 19, 2021
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Ralph and James were nothing less than excellent, in terms of their flexibility, professionalism and understanding of the stress, house moving brings during COVID. Ralph was open and honest in terms of what they could do, and realistic in managing our expectations. We have no hesitation in recommending Ralphs Removals for any local and national job. A big thank you to Ralph and James and helping to reduce the anxiety of house moving.
Dan White
Dec 29, 2020
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Ed and his team were superb. We had a very large move, over four days. Ed and James looked after us throughout. Quality packing service (not a thing broken or scratched). Great professionalism, utterly polite, and amazingly uncomplaining despite days of hard work. Our buyers had a different set of removal men, who were quite the opposite, and made us so glad we chose Ralphs Removals.
Mark Kennard
Nov 28, 2020
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We cant recommend Ed and James enough. We had to move just before Christmas and the chaps were fantastic. They were professional, considerate and calm. When we were running around like headless chickens, Ed and James kept us calm and cracked on with getting us packed and unpacked. It wasnt the most pleasant day weather wise, but they managed to get everything packed up with no issues and no breakages. If youre planning a move, we highly recommend Ed and James, they are definitely value for money and with help with any enquiries you have. Well certainly be using them again. Thank you
Justin Cankalis
May 26, 2019
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Edward and team from Ralphs removals were extremely upbeat and efficient. They helped us move our business which in essence equates to 4 town houses in just over 24 hours. They worked tirelessly from early doors to late at night, and never complained. Very approachable, very affordable and very efficient - highly recommend.
