November has been a full month for us. We have helped families move across Brighton and Hove, supported students and young professionals into new flats, and completed some lovely long distance removals. As always we have kept the focus on calm planning, careful loading and a genuine five star removal service across every platform.
This month we also launched our new handyman and snag list eliminator service. The idea is simple. We do not just move your belongings. We help you land properly with beds built, wardrobes up and annoying little snags dealt with so the new place feels like home from day one.
Alongside the moves we have continued to grow this side of the business so that more customers can move in with furniture assembled, shelves up and the small but important jobs already taken care of.
Ready to book your Brighton or Sussex removals? Call Peter on 07552 555 820 and speak directly to the person who will run your move.
November 2025 At A Glance
This month we have completed a steady mix of local Brighton removals, wider Sussex house moves and long distance work. A good proportion of our bookings have been from returning customers or personal recommendations which means a lot to us. We have added more five star reviews to our existing ratings on Google and other platforms which keeps us motivated to maintain the same standard on every single job.
For anyone new to us we are a family run Brighton removals company. Customers deal directly with Peter from first enquiry through to move day so nothing gets lost in translation and you always know who is turning up at your door. ESV Removals Ltd trades locally as East Sussex Van and we focus on calm, careful moving days rather than trying to rush through as many jobs as possible.
Job Highlight: Lewes House Move
One of the standout jobs this month was a Lewes house move from BN7 to BN8 where our new handyman and snag list eliminator service really came into its own. The customer had a list of snags and small jobs they wanted sorted on move in day including bed and wardrobe builds, a tricky washing machine connection and various shelves and curtain poles.
We arrived with the van fully loaded with protection materials and the tools needed to tackle the snag list. While part of the team focused on a clean, efficient move the handyman worked through the list, sending photo updates as each job was ticked off. By the evening the boxes were where they needed to be, the main furniture was assembled and the new home felt liveable rather than like a storage unit.
This is exactly the kind of result we want from the handyman side of the business. Practical fixes, tidy finishes and a stress free first night in your new home.
Job Highlight: Sussex House Moves
November also saw us complete several long distance removals out of Sussex. One example was a furniture heavy move from the Brighton area to Sheffield. Access at the collection address was tight, with a narrow street and limited parking, so we planned timings carefully and used our Luton with tail lift to make loading safer and more efficient.
At the destination we worked around local parking rules, protected the new floors and staircases and took extra time to reassemble larger items such as wardrobes and corner sofas. Long distance moves can feel daunting for customers because there is only one chance to get it right. Our job is to strip away as much of that pressure as possible so they can focus on the new chapter rather than worrying about whether everything will arrive in one piece.
Job Highlight: Sigicom and London Olympia
Opened in 1886, Olympia has grown into one of London’s best known exhibition venues, now running more than 200 events a year and drawing over 1.6 million visitors from the UK and overseas. - Visit London
This month we spent time in London working with Sigicom on their exhibition stand at Olympia. Instead of a home move this was a commercial project focused on getting their stand unpacked, set up and looking sharp before the doors opened and then packed down smoothly at the end.
We treated the exhibition kit in the same way we treat a house full of furniture. Careful loading at the start, protection for the key pieces and a clear plan for what comes off the van first. On the day our team worked alongside Sigicom, unpacking, positioning and fine tuning the stand so everything was in place on time.
At the end of the event we returned to pack down, carefully wrapping displays and equipment so they were ready for their next outing rather than just thrown back into cases. Commercial moves and exhibition work like this suit us well. It is the same calm planning, clear communication and attention to detail, just in a different setting.
Local Business Spotlight: Sigicom Ltd
Sigicom are specialists in remote monitoring for construction and infrastructure projects, with their UK base just up the road in Horsham, West Sussex. They design and supply robust wireless systems that measure things like vibration, noise and dust so contractors can keep projects safe, compliant and neighbour friendly.
What we like about working with Sigicom is the mix of clever engineering and practical thinking. Their monitoring systems allow teams to see live site data, set alerts and generate clear reports, which takes a lot of the guesswork out of working next to homes, roads and railways.
From our side as a removals company it is always a pleasure to support a business that helps big projects run more smoothly and with less impact on the people living nearby. Working with Sigicom at London Olympia this month felt like a natural fit calm logistics on our side, precise monitoring on theirs.
Job Highlight: Man and Van from Kent to East Sussex
At the end of the month we also booked in a neat one room move, a man and van job from a basement studio flat in Folkestone over to a barn conversion near Maresfield in East Sussex. This was a perfect example of where our Brighton man and van option makes more sense than hiring a full Luton and a two or three person crew. One experienced driver in our Mercedes Sprinter was all that was needed, so the customer got professional loading, safe transport and help at each end without paying for the overheads of a full removal.
The move itself was a classic “everything from one room” list around 15 medium boxes, 3 large boxes, a mirror, flat pack desk, gaming chair, 3 suitcases, a rolled up mattress in a bag, 5 clothing bags, a computer, small side table, drawers, a thin metal shelf, clothes drying rack, beanbag plus a flat pack hutch and wooden run. The only high value items were a laptop and PC, which we wrapped and positioned carefully in the load. There was on street parking outside the basement flat in Folkestone and a driveway waiting for us at the Maresfield address, which kept access simple. We chose to start at 11:00, this meant we could leave Brighton at 09:00 after the morning traffic, it also gave our client a few hours in the morning to tie up any loose ends.
Our customer had always moved with a small wheel base van so the Sprinter felt like an upgrade, and they were reassured that none of the items needed two people to lift. They travelled in the van with us and we even made space for a cat carrier with two guinea pigs so the whole household arrived together. This is exactly what our Sussex man and van service is for one room or studio sized moves where you still want a professional man with a van, but do not need to pay for a full size Luton and a larger crew for the whole day.
Keep an eye out for our full case study on this man and van move coming soon on the blog.
Planning a Brighton removal, Sussex removal, or need a Brighton man and van or Sussex man and van? Head to our homepage at www.eastsussexvan.com and get your quote started today.
Behind The Scenes and Team Updates
Behind the scenes we have continued to refine our kit and workflow and to build on a simple promise. We aim to launch one new helpful service each year so our offering grows in a way that actually benefits customers.
2024 saw us introduce our storage solutions in partnership with Big Yellow Self Storage Brighton which gave customers a reliable way to combine removals and storage under one plan. In 2025 we have launched our handyman and snag list eliminator service so that more moves can finish with a home that is ready to live in rather than just full of boxes.
We are also gearing up for a very large booking at the start of December. We have three Luton vans scheduled for a three day move from Edinburgh to Brighton on the first of December so a lot of our planning time in November has gone into route checks, hotel bookings, kit checks and making sure every van is fully prepped. Big multi vehicle long distance moves like this only work smoothly when the preparation is thorough. We will have a job highlight and photos from that to show next month.
We are investing in more floor protection, more mattress covers and specialist wrapping materials for artwork and high value furniture. Our diary management has also been tightened up so we can keep some flexibility for last minute jobs without overloading the team.
As always we pay at least the living wage and provide proper rest time before and after long distance and international removals. Staff retention for us is just as important as customer retention. Neither you nor we want to be dealing with new staff every week. Looking after the crew, keeping the same familiar faces on the vans and giving them the time and tools to do the job properly is what directly protects the care and attention you receive on moving day.
Eco and Community Corner
Our eco pledge remains the same. We prioritise Esso Ethos fuel where possible on our routes. We reuse and recycle moving boxes, including a take back option for clean reusable boxes when customers are finished with them. Our quotes, bookings and invoices are paperless by default which keeps admin lean and reduces waste.
Cardboard is one of the better materials to recycle and it makes a real difference. Recycling a single tonne of cardboard can save about 17 trees and around 4,000 kilowatt hours of energy, and nationally it is estimated that cardboard recycling in the UK saves the equivalent of tens of millions of trees each year. - Land Fill Alternatives
Whenever we can we signpost customers to local options for donating unwanted furniture, especially when pieces are still in good condition. It is usually cheaper and greener than multiple tip runs and helps someone else in the community at the same time.
UK studies suggest furniture now makes up around 42 per cent of all bulky household waste, roughly 670,000 tonnes a year, and over 22 million individual pieces are thrown away, even though a large share could be reused or repaired. - Hippo Waste
Awards and Trust
This year we were delighted to receive two awards at the Southern Enterprise Awards for Best Emerging Local Removals Company 2025 and Customer Satisfaction Excellence Award 2025. These sit alongside our existing five star ratings across the major review platforms and reflect the consistent standard we aim for on every move whether it is a small local job or a complex international project.
New reviews left in November continue to mention the same themes. Calm communication, care with belongings, a hard working team and fair pricing. That consistency is what we are most proud of.
Independent research into buying habits keeps underlining how important this is, with around 98 per cent of consumers now reading online reviews for local businesses and only a tiny minority saying they never look at them. - Northamptonshire Chamber
Moving Tip Of The Month
If you are moving in winter, pack a first night box and keep it clearly labelled and loaded last so it comes off the van first. Include bedding, towels, a basic set of kitchen items, phone chargers, a change of clothes and any important documents. When it is dark and cold the last thing you want to do is dig through ten boxes to find your duvet cover.
Looking Ahead
As we move towards December and the end of the year our diary is already filling up for popular dates, especially weekends and the final days of the month when tenancies change over. If you are planning a move in Brighton, Hove, Sussex or further afield now is a good time to get in touch.
We offer clear pricing, careful planning and a friendly team who treat your belongings and your home with respect. Whether you need a straightforward house move, a long distance relocation or a move that includes handyman and snag list support we are here to help.
Ready to plan your next move? Get your Brighton and Sussex removals quote today and let us do the heavy lifting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas do you cover for removals?
We are a Brighton and Sussex removals company and most of our work is in Brighton, Hove, Lewes and the wider Sussex area. We also complete long distance moves from Sussex to the rest of the UK, such as our recent Brighton to Sheffield relocation and multi day bookings between Edinburgh and Brighton.
Do you offer long distance removals from Sussex?
Yes. Long distance removals are a regular part of our diary. We plan routes, timings and loading carefully so everything arrives together and on time. For heavier jobs we use our Luton vans with tail lifts, protect floors and staircases at both ends and reassemble key furniture so you can settle in quickly at your new home even if it is many miles from Sussex.
What is the handyman and snag list eliminator service?
Our handyman and snag list eliminator service is designed to deal with all the small jobs that get in the way of enjoying your new home. On move day we can build beds and wardrobes, put up shelves and curtain poles, tackle tricky appliance connections and work through an agreed snag list. The aim is simple. When the van leaves your new place feels liveable rather than like a storage unit full of boxes.
Can you help with commercial moves and exhibitions like London Olympia?
We do. As well as house moves we support businesses with exhibition and commercial logistics. For example we recently worked with Sigicom to move their equipment from Horsham to London Olympia, unpack their stand, help set up and then return to pack everything down at the end of the event. If you have an exhibition, pop up or commercial project we can plan the loading, unloading and timing around your build schedule.
Do you offer storage as well as removals?
Yes. We offer storage solutions in partnership with Big Yellow Self Storage Brighton. This works well if you have a gap between tenancies, are renovating or just need flexible space for a while. We can move your items into storage, keep everything clearly labelled and then bring it back out when your new home is ready.
How far in advance should I book my move?
For most Brighton and Sussex removals we recommend getting in touch as soon as you have a likely date, especially if you are moving at the end of the month or on a Friday or Saturday. Long distance removals and multi van jobs such as Edinburgh to Brighton runs need more planning time, so earlier is better. That said we always try to keep some room in the diary for last minute or chain driven moves.
Are you insured and properly accredited?
We are fully insured with £20,000 Goods in Transit cover and £5 million Public Liability. We are also proud to have been recognised at the SME Southern Enterprise Awards 2025 for both Best Emerging Local Removals Company and Customer Satisfaction Excellence. Alongside that we hold hundreds of five star reviews which reflect the standard we aim for on every move.
What do you do to make removals more eco friendly?
We follow a practical eco pledge. Where possible we prioritise Esso Ethos fuel on our routes, we reuse and recycle moving boxes and offer a take back option for clean reusable boxes once you have unpacked. Quotes, bookings and invoices are paperless by default which cuts down on waste and admin. We also try to divert good quality unwanted furniture to local donation routes rather than straight to the tip.
How do I get a quote from ESV Removals?
The easiest way is to contact us through the website or by phone with your addresses and a rough idea of what needs moving. A short video walk through or a few clear photos are usually enough for us to provide a fixed price quote for your Brighton or Sussex removal, long distance move, storage run or exhibition support. Once the quote is agreed you will have direct contact with Peter from first message to move day.
One room, full house or long distance Brighton removal or Sussex removal we keep moving days calm and careful. Visit www.eastsussexvan.com to book your move.
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.
