Case Study: London to Exmouth Removal & Storage

Long-Distance Move Into Storage While Awaiting a New Home

A recent move for Murray Removals & Storage involved relocating a customer from London to Exmouth, with their belongings going directly into storage while they waited for the purchase of their new home to complete.

This type of move requires a little more planning than a straightforward house-to-house removal, as everything needs to be packed, transported and stored carefully so it can be redelivered once the customer is ready to move into their new property.

The Move

The customer was relocating from London to East Devon but had not yet completed the purchase of their new home.

Rather than delay the move, we arranged to collect their belongings from London and transport everything back to Exmouth for storage.

This gave the customer the flexibility to complete their move out of London without having to rush the purchase of their next property.

Once their new home is ready, we can then collect the belongings from storage and complete the final delivery.

Careful Planning Before Collection

For long-distance moves like this, planning is particularly important.

Before the move we discussed:

  • What needed to be moved

  • The collection access in London

  • Packing requirements

  • Furniture that required additional protection

  • Storage requirements

  • The onward move once the new property is ready

Having a clear plan beforehand meant the move could be completed efficiently and the belongings prepared correctly for storage.

Professional Packing & Protection

Furniture and household belongings were carefully protected before loading.

For items going into storage, good preparation is especially important because they may remain packed for longer than during a normal same-day move.

Furniture was protected using professional removal blankets and suitable covers, while boxes and smaller belongings were packed and loaded carefully.

Particular attention was given to ensuring everything was secure for the journey from London to Devon.

London to Exmouth

Once loading was complete, the household contents were transported from London back to Exmouth.

Long-distance removals require careful vehicle loading, as belongings need to remain secure throughout several hours of travelling.

Furniture and boxes were positioned properly within the vehicle and secured to minimise movement during transit.

The belongings were then taken directly into storage in East Devon.

Moving Into Storage

Because the customer's new property purchase had not yet completed, everything was placed into storage rather than delivered immediately.

Using storage between properties can be a very practical option when:

  • Completion dates don't line up

  • A new property hasn't been purchased yet

  • A customer is relocating to a new area

  • A property is undergoing renovation

  • Temporary accommodation is required

  • A chain falls through or becomes delayed

It removes the pressure of trying to make two property transactions happen at exactly the same time.

Ready for the Final Move

Once the customer's new home purchase is complete, we'll arrange the final stage of the move.

Their belongings can be collected from storage and delivered directly to the new property.

Because we've managed the move from the original London property, we already know what is being stored and can plan the final delivery accordingly.

This gives the customer one company managing the whole process from start to finish.

Need to Move Before Your New Home Is Ready?

If you're relocating to Exmouth or East Devon but your new property isn't ready yet, Murray Removals & Storage can help.

We can arrange:

  • Collection from anywhere in the UK

  • Professional packing

  • Long-distance transport

  • Short or long-term storage

  • Final delivery to your new home

This gives you the flexibility to move when you need to without having to rush your next property purchase.

Get a Free Removal & Storage Quote

If you're planning a move to Exmouth, East Devon or anywhere across the UK, contact Murray Removals & Storage for a free, no-obligation quotation.

Telephone: 01395 202395

Email: richard@murrayremovals.co.uk

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