Most UK households move once every seven years, so it's normal to have no idea what a move should cost. Prices vary widely between removers. Hourly firms often quote a low headline number that grows on the day, while established fixed-price movers like Apex quote one written figure that never changes.
The table below shows typical Apex fixed-price ranges for a standard move (loading, transit, unloading, one flight of stairs and basic dismantle/reassemble). Add-ons like full packing, piano moves, long carries or storage in transit are quoted separately and always in writing.
| Property size | Local (≤25 mi) | Regional (25–150 mi) | Long-distance (150+ mi) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-bed flat | £250 – £450 | £450 – £750 | £750 – £1,100 |
| 3-bed house | £450 – £700 | £700 – £1,100 | £1,100 – £1,600 |
| 4-bed house | £700 – £1,000 | £1,000 – £1,500 | £1,500 – £2,200 |
| 5+ bed house | £1,000 – £1,600 | £1,500 – £2,400 | £2,200 – £3,500 |
Indicative 2026 Apex fixed-price ranges. Your written quote will confirm the exact number.
What changes the price
- Volume of belongings. How many cubic feet, not just how many bedrooms.
- Distance and drive time. Fuel, tolls and whether it fits in a single day.
- Access at both ends. Parking, lift or stairs, tight roads, long carries.
- Packing. Full-pack, part-pack, fragile-only or self-pack with our free box kit.
- Extras. Pianos, safes, dismantle/rebuild, storage in transit.
Fixed price vs hourly
Hourly quotes look cheaper on paper. In practice they reward slow crews and small vans. Meaning the day-of invoice often lands 30–60% above the headline. Apex quotes a single written fixed price that includes fuel, insurance, protection materials and the crew. The number you see is the number you pay.
How to keep costs down
- Book mid-week and mid-month if you can. Fridays and month-ends carry a premium industry-wide.
- Declutter before we quote. Less volume = smaller crew and smaller vehicle.
- Take a free Apex box kit and self-pack non-fragile rooms.
- Confirm parking permits early so we don't need a long-carry surcharge.
Get your written fixed price
Fill in the 60-second form on this page or call 0330 8080 570. A named move coordinator confirms your fixed price by email. Usually within the hour. And it never changes.