Our Mission Is Simple

To help every person moving house in the UK save money, reduce stress, and make confident decisions — by connecting them with the best verified professionals for their move.

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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rated Excellent · Trusted by 2M+ UK movers

2M+ Movers Helped
5,000+ Verified Partners
10+ Years Experience
4.8★ Average Rating
Rated Excellent on Trustpilot
Free to Use — Always
CIOB, RICS & RPSA Accredited Surveyors | SRA & CLC Regulated Conveyancers
UK GDPR Compliant

Why We Built Moving Merchant

Moving house consistently ranks among the most stressful life events people experience. Yet every year, millions of UK movers overpay for removal companies, instruct overpriced solicitors recommended by estate agents with no independent comparison, or proceed without a survey — simply because they don't know there's a better way.

Moving Merchant was built to change that. We created a free, independent platform that helps movers compare pre-vetted, regulated, and independently reviewed professionals across every service they need — removals, conveyancing, surveys, house clearance, and international moves.

We're funded by referral fees from our partner companies — not by the movers who use us. That means our service is completely free for consumers, with no obligation to book. Our commercial model never influences which companies appear in our network; every partner must pass the same independent verification checks regardless of how long they've been with us.

We believe that moving house shouldn't mean being exploited by a system that keeps you in the dark. Information, comparison, and choice are your best tools — and Moving Merchant exists to give them to you.

A Decade of Helping UK Movers

Founded
Moving Merchant Launches
Started with a small network of removal companies in England and Wales, built on a simple idea: movers deserve real choice, not the first name their estate agent mentions.
Year 2–3
Conveyancing & Surveyors Added
Expanded beyond removals to cover SRA and CLC regulated conveyancers and CIOB, RICS and RPSA accredited surveyors, becoming the first platform to compare all major moving services in one place.
Year 4–5
Reached 500,000 Movers
Hit the milestone of half a million UK movers helped, with a partner network spanning England, Wales, and Scotland and a verified review base that genuinely guides decisions.
Year 6–8
International & Specialist Services
Launched international removals comparison, house clearance, man and van, and specialist services including office removals and Scottish conveyancing. Coverage expanded to all UK postcodes.
Today
2 Million Movers & Counting
Over 2 million UK moves compared, with 5,000+ verified partner companies, an average customer saving of £850 per move, and a Trustpilot Excellent rating built on hundreds of thousands of real reviews.

Moving Merchant in Numbers

A decade of helping UK movers make smarter decisions.

2M+

Movers Helped

Over 2 million UK households have used Moving Merchant to compare and save on their move.

5,000+

Verified Partners

Every company in our network has passed independent verification checks before being listed.

£850

Average Saving

The average Moving Merchant customer saves £850 compared to going direct with a single provider.

4.8★

Average Rating

Rated Excellent on Trustpilot based on hundreds of thousands of independently verified reviews.

What Drives Everything We Do

Four principles that shape every decision we make — from the companies we list to the guides we publish.

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Trust First

We only list companies that pass our verification standards. No exceptions. If a partner fails to maintain their insurance, regulatory status, or review scores, they're removed.

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Save You Money

Comparison creates competition, and competition drives prices down. Our entire model is built around giving you genuine choice — not nudging you toward a sponsored result.

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Educate & Inform

We publish honest, expert guides so you can make informed decisions — not follow the path of least resistance that estate agents and developers prefer you to take.

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Total Transparency

We're clear about how we make money, how we verify reviews, and how our editorial content is produced. No hidden agendas. No undisclosed paid placements.

How We Verify Every Partner

Joining the Moving Merchant network isn't automatic. Every company goes through a structured verification process — and they're monitored on an ongoing basis.

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Removal Companies

Must carry Goods in Transit insurance (minimum £10,000 cover) and Public Liability insurance, have a minimum 12 months' trading history, and have no unresolved county court judgements. Customer review history is reviewed before approval.

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Conveyancers & Solicitors

Must be actively regulated by the SRA (solicitors), CLC (licensed conveyancers), LSS, CILEx, or LSNI. We verify registration numbers against official regulatory databases and confirm current professional indemnity insurance.

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Chartered Surveyors

Must be accredited under CIOB, RICS and/or RPSA. We verify individual surveyor membership numbers with the relevant accrediting body and confirm their professional indemnity insurance is current and appropriate for the survey types they offer.

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House Clearance

Must be registered as a Waste Carrier with the Environment Agency (England/Wales), SEPA (Scotland), or NIEA (Northern Ireland). We also verify Public Liability insurance and evidence of responsible, legal waste disposal.

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International Movers

Must be members of FIDI, BAR Overseas, or an equivalent recognised international removal body, and carry appropriate marine cargo and transit insurance. Destination-country experience is verified for each route.

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Ongoing Monitoring

Verification isn't a one-time check. We monitor insurance renewal dates, regulatory status, and customer review scores on an ongoing basis. Partners who fail to maintain our standards are suspended or removed from the network.

Full Verification Standards →

Get Quotes in 4 Simple Steps

Our entire process is designed to be quick, transparent, and completely free for movers.

1

Tell Us About Your Move

Complete a short online form about your property, your moving date, and the services you need. Takes about 2 minutes.

2

We Find Your Matches

Our system searches our network of 5,000+ verified professionals and identifies the best matches for your specific move and location.

3

Compare Quotes & Reviews

Receive up to 6 tailored quotes with full company profiles, verified customer reviews, and all the information you need to decide.

4

Book with Confidence

Choose the professional that's right for you and book via us with a straightforward connection.

Learn More About How It Works →

Independently Verified Customer Reviews

We take review integrity seriously. Every review published on Moving Merchant has been submitted by a genuine customer who was matched through our platform.

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Post-Move Survey

We contact every matched customer after their move by email and invite them to review the company they used. Only customers who were genuinely connected through Moving Merchant can submit a review.

Verified Before Publishing

Every submitted review is cross-referenced against our internal records. If we cannot confirm the reviewer used one of our matched partners for a genuine move, the review is not published.

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No Incentivised Reviews

We never offer discounts, vouchers, or other incentives for leaving reviews. Partner companies are strictly prohibited from soliciting positive reviews from their own customer lists.

Read Customer Reviews →

Awards & Accreditations

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Best UK Moving Comparison Platform
Recognised for innovation and consumer impact in the property services comparison sector.
Trustpilot Excellent Rating
Rated Excellent on Trustpilot based on verified reviews from hundreds of thousands of UK movers.
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ICO Registered Data Controller
Fully registered with the Information Commissioner's Office. UK GDPR compliant data practices across all services.
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Property Industry Partner
Working closely with RICS, BAR, and consumer protection organisations to maintain the highest standards for UK movers.
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Featured in National Press
Our research and cost data has been cited by national newspapers, property portals, and consumer money publications.
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Cyber Essentials Certified
Independently certified for cybersecurity best practices, ensuring your personal data is protected to the highest standards.

Our research cited by

📰 The Guardian
📰 This is Money
📰 Which?
📰 MoneySavingExpert
📰 Zoopla
📰 Rightmove News

The People Behind Moving Merchant

A dedicated team of property, technology, and consumer services professionals united by one goal: making moving house better for everyone in the UK.

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James Hargreaves
Chief Executive Officer
15 years in property services and consumer comparison. Founded Moving Merchant after experiencing first-hand how opaque and expensive moving house can be.
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Sarah Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Former senior engineer at two FTSE 250 technology companies. Leads the platform, data infrastructure, and partner matching systems.
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David Okafor
Head of Partner Operations
Previously compliance manager at a national conveyancing firm. Leads partner verification, onboarding, and ongoing quality monitoring.
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Rachel Mistry
Head of Content & Guides
Former property journalist and RICS-accredited content specialist. Leads the editorial team producing our guides, research, and consumer resources.

We're Growing

Moving Merchant is a fast-growing team of property, technology, and consumer champions. If you're passionate about making moving house better, we'd love to hear from you.

Get in Touch →

Every Service You Need to Move House

Moving Merchant is the only free comparison platform covering all major UK moving services in one place.

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House Removals

Compare fully insured removal companies nationwide. From studio flats to 6-bedroom houses, we cover all property sizes and move distances.

Compare Removal Companies →
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Conveyancing

Compare SRA and CLC regulated conveyancing solicitors for buying, selling, remortgaging, and leasehold transactions across the UK.

Compare Conveyancers →
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House Surveys

Compare CIOB, RICS and RPSA accredited surveyors for Level 2, Level 3, snagging, and RICS valuation surveys across all UK postcodes.

Compare Surveyors →
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House Clearance

Compare licensed house clearance companies. Licensed waste carriers, full insurance, and responsible disposal guaranteed.

Compare Clearance Companies →
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International Removals

Compare specialist international movers for relocations to Europe, USA, Australia, Canada, and beyond. Full container and shared load options.

Compare International Movers →
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Man & Van

Compare man and van services for smaller moves — student moves, single items, and short-distance relocations covered nationwide.

Compare Man & Van Services →

Ready to Move the Smart Way?

Join over 2 million UK movers who've compared and saved with Moving Merchant. Free, fast, and completely no-obligation.