For the Manchester branch, this was a local move from Sale to Altrincham for a family who were moving to a larger home and involved three vans. This was by no means a straightforward removal and as the customers were in the process of selling their existing home, they had the advantage of being able to move some items to the storage facility in Altrincham ahead of the main move. At the loading address, the crew faced the challenge of a narrow road, meaning that they had to ensure access for all other vehicles al all times. A permit was required and parking cones to save the space. There was a fairly long carry from the house to the van so protection and care of the goods were the order of the day.
The Challenges of Moving Home
At the delivery address, there was restricted access to the house which meant that furniture and effects had to be transhipped using a smaller vehicle. With all the artwork, antiques, chandeliers and potted plants spread over four floors (at both ends) and a full GB Liners packing service required, extra protection and care were paramount.
The customer said:
“I recently used GB Liners for a large house move, including a short period of storage, and the whole thing was handled efficiently, professionally and with zero drama. The job was spread over two phases across nearly two weeks, and throughout, John Kerfoot was a calm and steady hand who made the process feel straightforward.
A Two-Stage Move Properly Planned
John came out to visit the property well in advance, walked through the whole scope with me, and then put together a quote that was clear, specific, and realistic. There was no fluff in the paperwork – just a practical breakdown of the move, including full packing, protection for floors and furniture, proper liability cover, and storage arrangements for the items that needed to be held back.
The main part of the move was a big operation. Over several days, the GB Liners team packed and relocated the majority of our belongings, all handled with care and attention. They weren’t rushing, but they kept things moving steadily and were well-organised on site. Everything was wrapped properly – china, glass, furniture, even the TVs went into proper protective covers. Hanging clothes stayed in wardrobe cartons, and the team took care not to scuff walls or damage anything in either property.
The quality of the packing materials, the condition of the trucks, and the general level of professionalism stood out. This wasn’t a casual crew – it was clearly a team that had worked together for a long time and took pride in doing a proper job”.
Temporary Storage Handled without Fuss
Some items were scheduled to go into storage for a short time until the new property was fully ready. That was built into the original quote, with clear weekly costs and cover up to £50,000. The transition into storage was seamless – the team simply packed that segment separately, loaded it into purpose-built containers, and had it ready for re-delivery the following week.
Our customer added:
“John had offered a visit to the storage site if I wanted to see it, which I appreciated, but everything was handled in a way that didn’t require any input from me. Billing was straightforward, no surprises”.
Re-delivery from Storage
“The following week, once the new space was ready, the remaining items were delivered back. Same crew, same standard – everything arrived in the condition it left, and they placed it exactly where it needed to go. No breakages, nothing missing, and no issues.
Again, John was checking in behind the scenes and made sure everything was on track. It was good to know there was someone paying attention throughout”.
Final Thoughts
“From start to finish, this wasn’t just a move – it was a project and it was delivered well. The cost was fair, the team were solid, and the communication was clear throughout. But what made it work was the planning and supervision. John Kerfoot was responsive, detailed, and on top of things from the first visit through to the final delivery”.
The client said:
“If you want a move handled by people who turn up on time, do what they’ve promised, and treat your home and belongings with care, I’d recommend GB Liners without hesitation.”
For help and support with your upcoming home move, get in touch with GB Liners today!