Compare verified removal companies, conveyancing solicitors, chartered surveyors, and more across Birmingham and the wider West Midlands. Free quotes, local cost guides, and expert advice — all in one place.
Whether you're buying, selling, or renting in Birmingham, Moving Merchant connects you with the right professionals at the best price.
Fully insured removal companies covering Birmingham city centre, Solihull, Wolverhampton, Coventry, and all B, DY, WV, and CV postcodes. Experienced in terraced homes, new builds, and inter-city moves.
SRA and CLC regulated solicitors covering all B postcodes and the wider West Midlands. Experts in Solihull, Coventry, and Wolverhampton property transactions with fixed-fee options available.
CIOB, RICS and RPSA accredited surveyors for Level 2, Level 3 building surveys, snagging, and RICS valuations across Birmingham and the wider West Midlands region.
Licensed waste carriers for full and partial house clearances across Birmingham and the West Midlands. Council-compliant disposal across B, DY, WV, CV, and WS postcodes.
Affordable man and van services for smaller Birmingham moves — student relocations from Aston or UoB, single-item deliveries, and short-distance moves across the West Midlands.
Short and long-term storage units available across Birmingham and the West Midlands. Secure, accessible, and insured — with facilities close to the M6, M5, and M42 motorways.
Birmingham is the UK's second city and one of the most regenerated. The Jewellery Quarter, Digbeth, and city-centre apartment developments sit alongside the affluent suburbs of Solihull, Edgbaston, and Sutton Coldfield. The range of property types and price points means local expertise is key.
🏗️ New-build hotspot: Birmingham has seen significant new-build development around Brindleyplace, Eastside, and the Jewellery Quarter. Many of these are leasehold with complex management arrangements — always use a solicitor familiar with new-build conveyancing.
🚗 Clean Air Zone: Birmingham's Clean Air Zone (CAZ) covers the city centre. If your removal van is older, check the driver charges the correct daily fee — reputable Moving Merchant listed companies already operate compliant vehicles.
🏡 Solihull premium: Solihull (B91–B93) commands a significant premium over central Birmingham postcodes. Survey costs and conveyancing fees are slightly higher due to property values — budget accordingly.
A summary of typical costs for each professional service when moving in Birmingham. All figures are estimates — use our free quote tool for a tailored price.
| Service | Typical Cost Range | Average Saving with Moving Merchant | Get Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🚚 House Removals (2-bed) | £500 – £1,150 | £360 | Compare → |
| ⚖️ Conveyancing (buying, freehold) | £820 – £1,610 | £540 | Compare → |
| 📐 Level 2 Homebuyer Survey | £320 – £560 | £200 | Compare → |
| 📐 Level 3 Building Survey | £480 – £880 | £200 | Compare → |
| 🗑️ House Clearance (2–3 bed) | £280 – £560 | £110 | Compare → |
| 🚐 Man & Van (half day) | £100 – £170 | £45 | Compare → |
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