Business Details
44 Years
experience
Your Trusted Removal Partner in Middlesbrough
Mr Shifter has been delivering professional removals services to the local community for over 47 years. As a family-run business established in 1982, we combine the scale to handle any removal need with the personal touch that prioritises individual customer requirements. Our permanently employed staff are trained to British Association of Removers (BAR) standards, ensuring consistent service excellence.With a 95% customer recommendation rate, our reputation is built on fixed-price transparency, secure storage solutions, and a fleet of purpose-built vehicles equipped with protective features. We serve domestic and commercial clients across the UK and internationally, offering tailored solutions for house moves, office relocations, and storage requirements.
Services
Removals
Storage
Document Storage
Packing Services
Cleaning Services
House Clearances
Commercial Clearance
European Removals
International Removals
Office Removals
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- 47 years' experience in domestic and commercial removals
- BAR-certified staff with specialist packing and handling expertise
- Fixed-price quotes with no hidden fees
- Certified member of the Road Haulage Association
- 96% customer recommendation rate from satisfied clients
Associations and certifications
- Road Haulage Association (RHA)
What people say
Efficient and polite staff
Smooth house moves
Secure storage solutions
Highly recommended service
Professional handling of goods
Services
Removals
Our removals service provides seamless house moving solutions across the UK and internationally. With 47 years' experience, BAR-certified staff handle your belongings with care, using purpose-built vehicles with protective features. Fixed-price quotes include fuel and insurance, covering local, national, and global relocations.
Storage
Containerised storage solutions protect your belongings in purpose-built wooden containers. Available from 6 per week, our climate-controlled warehouses offer short and long-term options with 24/7 security monitoring. Goods are transported directly from your property using vehicles equipped with protective systems.
Document Storage
Specialist document storage service for businesses, featuring secure containerised solutions with inventory tracking. Services include next-day retrieval, half-day access, and digital scanning options. Storage pricing tailored to box quantities with compliance-focused handling procedures.
Packing Services
Comprehensive packing service using premium materials including bubble wrap and transit robes. Staff trained in handling fragile items and specialist goods, with optional unpacking and room-by-room placement at destination properties. Materials priced separately based on move requirements.
House Clearances
Professional house clearance service for bereavement, downsizing, or property sales. Includes loft, garage, and garden clearance with recycling options and charity donation partnerships. Available across Teesside and North Yorkshire with flexible scheduling options.
Questions
What areas do you cover for removals services?
We operate across Teesside, North Yorkshire, and nationally throughout the UK. International services extend to Europe, North America, and global destinations including Australia and Singapore.
Do you offer storage solutions for business records?
Yes, our document storage service provides secure containerised storage with inventory tracking, next-day retrieval, and digital scanning options for business records and archives.
Are your removals priced on fixed rates or hourly basis?
All domestic removals are quoted on a fixed-price basis covering vehicle, crew, and insurance. Commercial moves may be hourly or fixed depending on scale and complexity.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept bank transfers, credit cards, and debit cards for all services. Payment terms for commercial clients can be arranged in advance with our accounting team.
Are your staff professionally trained?
All removals staff are certified to British Association of Removers (BAR) standards with specialist training in handling fragile items, dismantling furniture, and secure loading techniques.
Do you provide packing materials for self-pack moves?
Yes, we supply all necessary packing materials including boxes, bubble wrap, and transit robes for customers choosing to self-pack their belongings.
