
What happens on Removals Day?
Movers arrive, protect floors, disassemble furniture if needed, load, transport, unload, and can set up beds and big items at your new home.

Movers arrive, protect floors, disassemble furniture if needed, load, transport, unload, and can set up beds and big items at your new home.

Rates vary—man with a van starts at €60/hour, but larger moves are generally quoted €300–€1,200+ in Ireland.

Summer is most popular, but late spring and early autumn often bring better prices and easier bookings.

Three to four weeks before the move, start with non-essentials, and pack a few boxes daily to lighten the last-minute load.

Book a reliable removal company and get your packing materials early—leave plenty of time to avoid stress.

A standard 3-bed home typically takes 4–8 hours to pack and load, plus travel and unloading at your new place.

Start with items rarely used: attic finds, off-season clothes, books, and decor—leave daily essentials until last.

Many companies ask for a small deposit when booking, with the balance paid on moving day or upon delivery.

Declutter before packing, move midweek, do your own packing, get quotes from several removal firms, skip extra services, and help with the loading.

Hire a van yourself, rope in a few friends, do your own packing, and donate or bin what you don’t need—DIY always saves, but it’s extra effort.