So… You’re planning your big move to Stocky P. You’re excited, and rightfully so, as there’s a lot to look forward to! You might have your reasons for moving to Stockport, whether you’ve moved there for its convenient access to Manchester City Centre, or perhaps you’ve heard that it’s on the list of great places to live – but that doesn’t change the fact you still need to get your move into first gear.
Hopefully, this blog’ll help you get off the starting line for the big move you’ve got planned.
Here’s how to plan your move to Stockport, from initial quote stages all the way through to unpacking your possessions in your new home. Let’s dive into the blog.
Start With a Removal Quote
If you’ve already got your quote done and dusted, you can ignore this step. But we’ve put this one at the top for good reason. There’s nothing worse than leaving your removals quote to the last minute and having to settle for a sub-par service because all of the sought after removal firms are too booked up to take your move on.
When getting your quote, you want to make sure that the person or the team that shows up to quote you are serious about what they do. And please. Make sure you ask all the important questions early to avoid any last minute nightmares.
Questions You Could Ask are...
Do You Have Adequate Insurance Coverage For My Goods In Transit?
A great question to ask if you’ve spent a fair bit on TVs, furniture & more as you’ll need to know that the company transporting your goods can make right if there’s any accidental damage.)
When Will You Be Here to Prepare My Personal Effects for Transportation?
(If you’ve asked the removal company to pack for you.) Ask your removals company how they’re going to make sure your TVs, pictures, mirrors and other fragile goods are adequately protected?
Will Access To My Property Be A Problem?
If you live in a property with limited access (no driveway, tight roads or a seventh floor flat with no lift), you might want to ask your removals company what their plans are and how they intend on executing your move. This’ll save you the hassle of your movers turning up and turning down the job because they aren’t able to access the property. These questions are drummed up by us as questions we’d ask if we were moving property as we’d want to know what precautions are being taken ahead of time. Moving quotes shouldn’t just be weighed up on cost alone.
Make sure you use the time spent with whoever’s quoting your move to get under the skin of who you’re actually dealing with, as the last thing you’d want is someone turning up with a dirty van and chucking your valuables into the back of their van with no real care.
This leads to breakages and an overall poor service, which is why we always recommend moving with a removals business that takes customer satisfaction seriously.
Make Sure You Pack Properly.
The second most crucial part of your move is the packing phase. Any removals company worth their weight in gold will usually offer a full packing service at an additional cost. Packing yourself can obviously be a means to save a little bit of money if cash is tight, but you’ll want to make sure it’s done properly or else you’ll end up costing yourself time & money in the long run.
We’ve covered packing extensively a number of times throughout our website, particularly on our blog and packing supplies section, including the packing of fragile goods.
Basically, in short, pack everything securely. Cut down the movement goods have to travel inside of sealed boxes with bunched up packing paper or bubblewrap and take the adequate steps to secure things that are liable to break. Use the right boxes. Don’t rely on the sturdiness of the crisp box you’ve had above your cupboards for the last two years.
Top tip: Ask your removals company for cardboard boxes. Most of them are happy to supply sturdy cartons as it makes their jobs easier when it comes to shifting them all.
Do Your Research.
Stockport’s a pretty big place, so you’re better off doing your research to decide where you’re going to be moving to way ahead of time. Each area has its own little quirks as well as local amenities that make them desirable places to live, whether it’s for the accessible train routes between Stockport and Manchester, or the vibrant tight-knit community spirit that Stockport has to offer.
If you’re trying to figure out where the best place to live in Stockport is, we’ve done a blog on that too (surprise surprise.) Go give it a quick read and hopefully it’ll help you decide on where suits you best.
Measure Doorways and Large Items.
Before your move commences, you’re going to want to know what needs disassembling and what doesn’t. Measuring doorways and large pieces of furniture should hopefully shed some light on what needs taking apart, and again, if your removals company is all about helping you move stress-free, they should be able to provide a disassembly/assembly service (albeit at an additional cost.)
Things like wardrobes, dressers, couches (the legs are typically the culprit!) or other pieces of furniture that are moderately sized could slow down your move if you haven’t planned ahead, so make sure you get your measuring tape out and a piece of paper to note down the dimensions of your new home’s door frames so you know exactly what’s going to fit and what isn’t. The more intel you can give to your moving team, the better!
Check the Weather Forecast.
If you’re moving from down south and you’re not used to the signature dreary drizzles that the North of England sometimes has to offer, you’re better off checking the weather forecasts before you commence your move. Most removal companies will be able to cater for bad weather with furniture coverings, so don’t stress too much!
Pick a Removals Firm You Can Trust.
If you’re moving from down south and you’re not used to the signature dreary drizzles that the North of England sometimes has to offer, you’re better off checking the weather forecasts before you commence your move. Most removal companies will be able to cater for bad weather with furniture coverings, so don’t stress too much!
Here at Soldiers On The Move, we cater for big or small domestic & commercial moves and strive to provide a completely professional removals experience from quote all the way through to you settling in to your new home. Most of our staff are ex-Armed Forces and bring with them the discipline and professionalism that the removals industry can sometimes lack. If you’re moving in Stockport and you need a removals team you can trust, get a free quote from us today.
Check Google Reviews for Genuine Feedback.
It’s 2026 and practically everything is online. If you’re concerned that the removals firm you’ve picked isn’t quite up to the task, you can check their Google or Trustpilot reviews for the cold hard truth. Try not to take a disgruntled customer’s feedback as gospel if the majority of reviews are positively influenced.
We’ve got over 300+ 5* reviews across Google & Trustpilot and take customer satisfaction very seriously. Check out some of our satisfied customer reviews below!
