Business Details
40 Years
experience
Professional Removals and Storage Services in London
Arnold & Self Removals has been a trusted name in the removals and storage industry since 1986. Founded by Peter Arnold and Andy Self, our company began as a furniture delivery service before evolving into a comprehensive removals provider. With decades of combined experience, our team delivers expert solutions for domestic, commercial, and international moves. We operate a fleet of eight vehicles from our 14,000 sq ft warehouse in Mitcham, Surrey, serving London, Surrey, and surrounding areas. Our services include household removals, office relocations, overseas transportation, and secure storage solutions.Every project benefits from our dedicated Move On The Day Guarantee, ensuring reliability even in unforeseen circumstances. Our team of trained professionals, including certified packers and piano handlers, prioritises meticulous care for fragile items and large furniture. Backed by positive customer testimonials and industry accreditations, we maintain rigorous quality standards through continuous staff training and customer feedback monitoring. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as a top-rated removals company in the UK.
Services
House Removals
Office Relocation
Overseas Removals
Storage Services
Packing Services
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We offer over 35 years of removals expertise with a dedicated fleet of vehicles
- Our Move On The Day Guarantee ensures reliability even in unforeseen circumstances
- Fully trained staff specialise in handling fragile items and large furniture
- Comprehensive packing services using high-quality materials for secure transportation
- Positive customer testimonials highlight our consistent service excellence
Associations and certifications
- British Association of Removers Alternative Dispute Resolution Scheme
What people say
Excellent service
Friendly and professional
Highly recommended
Stress-free move
Competitive pricing
Services
House Removals
Our house removals service covers local, national, and international moves with comprehensive planning and execution. Fully trained staff use protective covers and specialist equipment to handle furniture and fragile items. We offer full packing services, disassembly/reassembly of furniture, and flexible scheduling including weekend operations. The service includes free surveys, detailed move plans, and our Move On The Day Guarantee for complete peace of mind.
Office Relocation
Specialist office relocation service minimises business disruption with evening and weekend operations. Dedicated account managers coordinate logistics, including IT decommissioning and secure storage solutions. Our team handles packing, transportation, and reinstallation of office equipment and furniture. We provide advance crate delivery and offer flexible storage options for phased relocations across London and the South East.
Overseas Removals
Comprehensive overseas removals service to all global destinations through our international agent network. We provide export packing, customs documentation, and door-to-door transportation. Specialist crating protects valuable items during long-distance transit. The service includes storage solutions at origin and destination, with flexible scheduling to accommodate international shipping timelines.
Storage Services
Secure storage solutions in our 14,000 sq ft Mitcham warehouse with containerised and racked storage options. Climate-controlled environments protect sensitive items, with inventory management systems for easy access. Services include short-term and long-term storage, archive document storage, and containerised solutions for domestic and commercial clients across Surrey and London.
Packing Services
Full packing services using premium materials including bubble wrap, specialist crates, and protective covers. Our trained team handles fragile items, china, and glassware with custom crating solutions. We supply packing materials for self-pack options and offer partial packing services for specific requirements, ensuring complete protection during transit for both domestic and international moves.
People
Ian Siddle
Managing Director
With over 30 years in the removals industry, Ian joined Arnold & Self in 1989 from Allders Department Stores' transport department. He oversees strategic operations and quality control across all services.
Debbie
Office Manager
Debbie manages daily operations, coordinating customer communications, survey appointments, and crew logistics from our Mitcham headquarters.
Mark
Surveyor
A removals industry veteran with 30+ years' experience, Mark conducts surveys and advises on optimal moving strategies for domestic and commercial clients.
Dave
Transport Manager
With 15+ years at Arnold & Self, Dave oversees vehicle operations and crew training, ensuring compliance with safety standards and proper equipment usage.
Gerald
Team Leader
Experienced team leader specialising in fragile item handling and furniture protection, Gerald heads removal crews with expertise in piano and antique transportation.
Questions
What areas do Arnold & Self Removals cover?
We serve Mitcham, Croydon, Sutton, London, Surrey, and surrounding areas including Redhill, Reigate, Epsom, and Weybridge for domestic and international moves.
Do you offer packing services?
Yes, we provide full packing services using high-quality materials, including specialist protection for fragile items and export wrapping for international moves.
What is your Move On The Day Guarantee?
Our guarantee ensures we will be present on your scheduled move date or pay twice the contract value, subject to force majeure events.
Can you handle specialist items?
Our trained team handles pianos, antiques, and delicate furniture with specialist crating and wrapping techniques for secure transportation.
Are storage services available?
We offer secure containerised and warehouse storage solutions with racking systems for domestic and commercial requirements in Mitcham.
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