Nationwide Packing Service
Cartons x £6 · Materials and Labour Included · Fully Insured · Fragile and Export Packing
Professional Packing · Nationwide
Removals Nationwide provides a professional packing service for homes and offices across the UK. Every booking includes all materials: boxes, bubble wrap, paper and tape, at no extra charge.
Fully insured and industry-experienced, our crews are trained in fragile, antique, export and blanket-wrap packing to the same standards used for international shipments. A free online quote takes under 2 minutes.
Fully insured · industry experienced · All materials included · EA waste carrier
Service highlights
- Fully insured removals
- Vetted moving crews
- Documented claims process
- Clear written quotations
- Written service terms
- International moving experience
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What Does a Professional Packing Service Include?
A professional packing service means trained crews arrive at your property with all materials, pack every item methodically, label each box for room placement, and leave with waste after unpacking. In 2026 a full-service London packing job typically covers crockery, glassware, clothes, linen, books, lamps, pictures and furniture, everything from the smallest ornament to the largest wardrobe, delivered clearly labelled and ready to unpack.
The difference from DIY is speed, materials quality, and insurance: Removals Nationwide crews pack faster because it is their daily trade, use quality boxes and specialist crating, and all items they handle are covered under goods-in-transit insurance. For fragile, antique, or high-value items the gap in protection is significant.
See also: Packaging Materials · Crate Hire · House Removals · Man and Van · Storage · Service Areas
Packing Service Options
Full, partial, fragile-only, unpacking, or materials supply. Choose the scope that fits your move.
Full Packing Service
Our teams pack everything in every room: crockery, glassware, clothes, linen, books, lamps, pictures and furniture. Each box is labelled with its contents and destination room. We arrive with all materials one or two days before your loading date.
Partial Packing
Choose specific rooms or item types: kitchen fragiles, bedroom wardrobes, home office archives. You pack the rest. Partial packing is priced separately and available as a standalone booking or an add-on to any removal.
Fragile-Only Packing
China, glassware, artwork and antiques packed to specialist standards: acid-free paper, extra bubble wrap, rigid crates. Ideal when you are confident packing general items yourself but want professionals to protect what matters most.
Unpacking with Waste Removal
We unpack at the destination, place contents in the correct rooms, and remove all boxes, bubble wrap and paper. Removals Nationwide is a UK Environment Agency registered waste carrier. All materials are recycled, nothing goes to landfill.
Materials and Consultation
Prefer to pack yourself? We supply the correct box sizes, bubble wrap, paper and tape, and your coordinator advises on quantities and method. A cost-effective option for smaller, lower-value loads.
Types of Professional Packing
Four specialist techniques for items that need more than a standard cardboard box.
Fragile Packing
Every fragile item receives an extra layer of bubble wrap and is placed in a rigid crate following a strict procedure. Our crews are trained in fragile packing to the same standard used for international shipping.
Antiques and Artwork
High-value or irreplaceable pieces are packed with acid-free paper to prevent chemical transfer, specialist padding, and bespoke crating where required. Items are noted at the survey stage so the correct protection is confirmed in advance.
Export Packing
Crating and wrapping to international shipping standards. Required for all overseas relocations, including our weekly removals to Norway and regular European routes, where goods transit multiple handling points.
Blanket Wrap
Large furniture that cannot be disassembled is wrapped in thick protective blankets before loading. Protects painted and lacquered surfaces, prevents scuffs in transit, and eliminates the need for boxes on oversized pieces.
Packing Materials We Supply
All materials are included in the packing quote. No surprises on moving day.
- Moving boxes in small, medium, large and wardrobe sizes
- Bubble wrap in standard and heavy-duty roll widths
- Wrapping paper
- Heavy-duty packing tape and dispensers
- Specialist packing crates for fragile and export-grade items
- IT and archive crates for office relocations
Available as add-ons: Mattress covers, Sofa covers.
Need materials without a packing crew? Individual prices when ordered separately: boxes £5 each, wardrobe box £14, bubble wrap £10 per roll, tape £2, mattress cover £8. Order packaging materials separately or hire specialist crates.
How Many Boxes Does My Home Need?
Approximate materials by property size. Your coordinator confirms exact quantities at the survey. Actual volumes vary with how much has accumulated in the property.
| Property | Total boxes (approx.) | Bubble wrap | Paper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio flat | 25 to 35 | 2 to 3 rolls | 1 to 2 kg |
| 1-bedroom flat | 35 to 50 | 3 to 4 rolls | 2 to 3 kg |
| 2-bedroom flat | 50 to 75 | 4 to 6 rolls | 3 to 5 kg |
| 3-bedroom house | 75 to 110 | 6 to 8 rolls | 5 to 7 kg |
| 4-bedroom house | 110 to 150 | 8 to 12 rolls | 7 to 10 kg |
Studio flat
- Total boxes (approx.)
- 25 to 35
- Bubble wrap
- 2 to 3 rolls
- Paper
- 1 to 2 kg
1-bedroom flat
- Total boxes (approx.)
- 35 to 50
- Bubble wrap
- 3 to 4 rolls
- Paper
- 2 to 3 kg
2-bedroom flat
- Total boxes (approx.)
- 50 to 75
- Bubble wrap
- 4 to 6 rolls
- Paper
- 3 to 5 kg
3-bedroom house
- Total boxes (approx.)
- 75 to 110
- Bubble wrap
- 6 to 8 rolls
- Paper
- 5 to 7 kg
4-bedroom house
- Total boxes (approx.)
- 110 to 150
- Bubble wrap
- 8 to 12 rolls
- Paper
- 7 to 10 kg
These figures are a guide. Your coordinator confirms exact quantities at your free survey. Add 10 to 15% for homes with extensive kitchens, large book collections, or significant accumulated storage.
How Long Does Professional Packing Take?
Packing times by property size. Fragile-heavy or specialist items add time. Your coordinator builds this into the schedule.
| Property | 2 packers | 3 packers |
|---|---|---|
| Studio flat | 2 to 3 hours | 1.5 to 2 hours |
| 1-bedroom flat | 3 to 5 hours | 2 to 3 hours |
| 2-bedroom flat | 5 to 7 hours | 3 to 5 hours |
| 3-bedroom house | Full day | 5 to 6 hours |
| 4-bedroom house | 1.5 days | Full day |
Studio flat
- 2 packers
- 2 to 3 hours
- 3 packers
- 1.5 to 2 hours
1-bedroom flat
- 2 packers
- 3 to 5 hours
- 3 packers
- 2 to 3 hours
2-bedroom flat
- 2 packers
- 5 to 7 hours
- 3 packers
- 3 to 5 hours
3-bedroom house
- 2 packers
- Full day
- 3 packers
- 5 to 6 hours
4-bedroom house
- 2 packers
- 1.5 days
- 3 packers
- Full day
These figures are a guide. Your coordinator confirms exact times at your free survey. Three packers reduce time by roughly a third. Fragile-only bookings typically take 20 to 30% longer per box due to the additional wrapping layers.
Packing Service Prices
The per-carton rule
Cartons x £6
Multiply the number of cartons your home needs by £6 for an accurate estimate. A 100-carton job costs approximately £600, covering labour and all packing materials (boxes, bubble wrap, paper, tape). Nothing charged separately. Prices are subject to VAT at 20%.
Final price is fixed after a free survey. Packing booked alongside a house removal in London attracts a combined discount. See full prices
What affects the final price?
- Number of rooms and total box count
- Full, partial or fragile-only scope
- Specialist items: antiques, artwork, pianos, servers
- Packing method: standard, export or blanket wrap
- Whether unpacking is included
- Booking packing with a removal (combined discount available)
Professional Packing vs Packing Yourself
When professional packing is worth it
- Large or multi-bedroom property with high box counts
- Fragile, antique or high-value items requiring specialist wrapping
- Tight moving timeline: packers work faster than most households
- Insurance policy requires professional packing for full liability cover
- You want all materials included and waste removed after unpacking
When DIY or partial packing fits
- Small load: studio or 1-bed with low-value general items
- Flexible timeline: pack over several weeks at your own pace.
- Budget is the primary constraint and no fragile items are involved
- Our materials-and-consultation option gives you the right boxes and guidance at lower cost
Packing is available with any removal: full house moves, smaller man and van bookings and office relocations. Your coordinator confirms the right scope and price at the free survey.
The Packing Process, Step by Step
- 1
Request a free quote
Contact us online, by phone, or WhatsApp. A coordinator responds quickly during working hours to confirm scope, date, and access.
- 2
Pre-move survey
A video or on-site survey confirms room volumes, fragile items, specialist pieces, and the exact materials needed. A fixed quote is issued before any work begins.
- 3
Materials confirmed
Box counts, wrapping, crate sizes and any add-ons are finalised. All included materials arrive with the packing team on packing day.
- 4
Packing day
Teams arrive at the agreed time with all materials. Every box is packed, sealed, and labelled with its contents and destination room before loading begins.
- 5
Delivery and optional unpacking
Boxes are placed in the correct rooms at the new address. If you have booked unpacking, contents are unpacked and all waste, including boxes, wrap and paper, is collected and recycled.
Insurance, Service Highlights and Recycling
All items handled by Removals Nationwide are covered by goods-in-transit and public liability insurance. Speak to your moving coordinator about the insurance options available depending on your service type and destination.
Service Highlights
- Fully insured removals
- Vetted moving crews
- International moving experience
- Documented claims process
- Clear written quotations
- Written service terms
Licensed Waste Carrier
Removals Nationwide is registered with the UK Environment Agency as a licensed waste carrier, registration CBDL25630. All packing waste collected after unpacking is recycled. Nothing goes to landfill.
We also collect and responsibly dispose of WEEE items (waste electrical and electronic equipment) as part of any removal or unpacking booking.
Company Details
Registered in England and Wales, Company No. 6874216.
Unit C1A Purfleet Industrial Park, Kerry Avenue, Purfleet, RM15 4YA.
0736 054 4819 · 0736 054 4819
Packing Service Areas in London
We pack homes and offices across London, Greater London, Surrey, and nationwide. Export packing is available for all international routes.
- Central London
- North London
- South London
- East London
- West London
- Canary Wharf
- Greenwich
- Richmond
- Wimbledon
- Clapham
- Islington
- Hackney
- Hammersmith
- Fulham
- Wandsworth
- Lambeth
- Southwark
- Tower Hamlets
- Barnet
- Bromley
Coverage shown is indicative. Your coordinator confirms access for your specific address at the survey.
Not in this list? Get a quote. We cover the full Greater London area and travel nationwide for large jobs.
How We Define Our Service
Our written quotations and insurance documents set out the agreed service before booking. Read our service standards.
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Packing Service FAQs
Estimate the packing cost by multiplying the number of cartons by £6. A 100-carton job costs approximately £600, covering labour and all packing and wrapping materials: boxes, wrapping paper, bubble wrap, tape. The exact total depends on scope, fragile content and any specialist handling. A free survey produces an accurate fixed quote.
It includes packing all of the crockery, glassware, clothes, linen, lamps, books, pictures and so on into cartons and marking the cartons for positioning them at your new home. If a customer has requested us to do everything, we will come a day or two ahead of the scheduled loading date with all materials and complete the professional packing.
Yes, everything we handle is covered by the insurance we hold. Speak to your moving coordinator about the different insurance options and policies available to you, depending on your destination.
Yes. All boxes, bubble wrap, wrapping paper and tape are included in the quoted price for a full packing booking. Nothing is charged separately for these materials. Mattress covers and sofa covers are available as paid add-ons. If you prefer to pack yourself, materials are available separately through our packaging materials service.
A studio flat typically needs 25 to 35 boxes. A 1-bedroom flat needs around 35 to 50. A 2-bedroom flat requires 50 to 75, and a 3-bedroom house around 75 to 110. The exact quantity is confirmed at the survey, as volume varies significantly depending on how much has accumulated in the property over the years.
A studio flat takes 2 to 3 hours for two packers. A 1-bedroom flat takes 3 to 5 hours. A 2-bedroom flat takes 5 to 7 hours. A 3-bedroom house typically takes a full day. Times increase when fragile or specialist items need extra wrapping. Three packers reduce times by roughly a third.
Yes. Fragile items, antiques, artwork and glassware are packed using acid-free paper, an extra layer of bubble wrap, and a strict crating procedure. Our crews are trained in specialist fragile packing. High-value pieces are noted at the survey stage so the appropriate protection method and crate type is confirmed in advance.
Yes. Partial packing covers selected rooms, specific item types, or a single category such as kitchen glassware or bedroom wardrobes. You pack everything else yourself. Partial packing is quoted separately and is bookable as a standalone service or as an add-on to any removal.
Yes. The unpacking service places contents in the correct rooms, removes all packing waste and disposes of it responsibly. Removals Nationwide is a registered UK Environment Agency waste carrier, so all cardboard, bubble wrap and paper is collected and recycled. Unpacking is quoted as an add-on to any packing booking.
Professional packing saves time and reduces the risk of breakage. It is worth it when you have fragile or high-value items, a large property, a tight moving timeline, or where your insurance policy requires professional packing for full liability cover. For small, low-value loads, a materials and consultation booking is a better fit.
Yes. All packing materials, including cardboard boxes, bubble wrap, paper and tape, are collected after unpacking and recycled under Removals Nationwide' UK Environment Agency waste carrier registration. No landfill. All waste is documented and disposed of responsibly.