How to Avoid a Stressful House Move in Brighton & Sussex
Moving home doesn’t have to be chaos. We help people move across Brighton, Hove and Sussex every day, and these are the exact steps we recommend for a calmer, cheaper move—plus how our 5-star team can make the day run like clockwork.
At the University of Sussex Students’ Union, 29.6% of all advice enquiries were housing-related in a single academic year—underscoring how much stress and cost issues can arise without good preparation. - parliament.uk
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1) Book early and lock in your date
Aim for 3–4 weeks’ notice (more in peak season). Get quotes, compare what’s included, and reserve parking if needed. If you’re city-centre Brighton, check loading restrictions and lifts in advance.
The last Friday of August is typically the UK’s busiest moving day, with ~5,500 moves on that single date—another reason to plan and reserve crews well in advance. - Home Owners Alliance
2) Declutter to cut costs
Fewer items = a faster move. Donate or sell what you don’t need. In Brighton, try Shabitat for bargains and re-use, and consider BHF for furniture donations (ensure fire-safety labels are attached).
3) Pack smart (and label clearly)
Group by room and priority. Mark FRAGILE and “Open First.” Use wardrobe boxes for clothes and protect corners on furniture. We can supply materials and do full or partial packing on request.
4) Make a Moving-Day Essentials Box
Keep meds, phone chargers, kettle/tea, basic tools, cleaning wipes, and one set of bedding handy. You’ll thank yourself at 10pm.
5) Prepare your new place
Get meters read, utilities live, and keys coordinated. If you need storage near Brighton we recommend our partners at Big Yellow Self Storage Brighton.
6) Choose a trusted removals team
We’re fully insured (goods in transit up to £20,000, public liability £5 million) and we use Admiral Platinum for extra cover. We also offer flat pack building & furniture assembly.
Our eco pledge
We prioritise Esso eco fuel where possible, reuse and recycle moving boxes (including a take-back option for clean, reusable boxes), and we operate paperless by default (quotes, bookings and invoices).
Why people book us
- Award-winning: Southern Enterprise Awards 2025 — Best Emerging Local Removals Company and Customer Satisfaction Excellence.
- Local specialists: Brighton, Hove and Sussex moves, plus long-distance.
- Transparent pricing: clear quotes; no surprises.
- Five-star service: punctual, careful, friendly.
Sample 7-day prep checklist
- Confirm parking / permits for both addresses
- Box up low-use rooms first (loft, spare room)
- Photograph cable setups / furniture before disassembly
- Label boxes on two sides + room name
- Set aside essentials box + tools
- Clear pathways for safe loading
- Final meter readings + change of address
Ready to move? Call 07552 555 820 or book at eastsussexvan.com.
FAQs
How far in advance should I book?
3–4 weeks is ideal. For Fridays and month-ends, book earlier.
Can you supply packing materials or pack for me?
Yes—boxes, wraps and full/part-packing are available.
Do you disassemble and reassemble furniture?
We can dismantle/assemble most flat-pack and bulky items.
Are my items insured?
Yes. Goods in transit up to £20,000 and public liability £5 million.
Do you cover long-distance moves?
Yes. We handle moves across the UK; we’ll plan timings and rest stops for a safe, efficient schedule.
About the author...
Peter Hawes is the director of ESV Removals Ltd, a family run Brighton and Sussex removals team known for calm planning, careful handling and clear prices. Peter oversees every move from first message to the last box and brings local know-how for permit zones, tight stairwells and seafront buildings. ESV is fully insured with £20,000 Goods in Transit and £5 million Public Liability, recognised with two SME Southern Enterprise Awards in 2025 and backed by 280 plus five star Google reviews. The company follows an eco pledge that prioritises Esso Ethos fuel where available, reuses boxes and runs paperless bookings. Learn more at www.eastsussexvan.com or call 07552 555 820.
