How It Works — RemovalExchange

The process

Four steps from job to done

Whether you're a retailer posting a job or a removal company looking for work, the process is the same — simple and fast.

1

Post your job

Retailers enter collection and delivery addresses, describe the items, select any special requirements and set a bid deadline. Free, takes under 5 minutes. No account required to post.

2

Removal companies bid

Vetted removal companies in the relevant region are notified of the job. They review the full brief and submit a sealed competitive bid within your deadline — typically within 48 hours.

3

Review and accept

You receive all bids and can review each company's profile, ratings, past job history and price. Accept the bid that best fits your needs — you are never obligated to accept any bid.

4

Job complete

The removal company carries out the specialist delivery professionally. After completion, both parties rate the experience. Good relationships get built for repeat work.

Why it works

The housing market creates the opportunity

When the housing market slows — typically October through March — removal companies see a significant drop in work. Their vans sit idle, their teams are underutilised and revenue drops sharply.

At exactly the same time, furniture retailers, appliance suppliers and wholesalers enter their peak period — Black Friday, Christmas, January sales. They need extra specialist delivery capacity but don't want to hire permanent staff or run larger fleets year-round.

RemovalExchange matches these two perfectly opposing needs. Removal companies fill their quiet months with skilled delivery work. Retailers get specialist two-man delivery at competitive prices without the overhead. Everyone wins.

Learn more for retailers

The match explained

01

Removal companies have skilled teams

Trained in carrying, wrapping, navigating stairs, assembling furniture and protecting property. Skills that far exceed a standard courier.

02

Their quiet season is your peak

October to March is slow for removals. It's peak season for furniture and appliance retailers. The timing is a perfect mismatch.

03

Competitive bidding keeps prices fair

Because removal companies need the work, they bid competitively. Retailers get specialist delivery at prices that reflect the market — not a premium rate.

Common questions

Frequently asked

Everything you need to know before getting started.

Is it really free to post a job?

Yes — posting a delivery job on RemovalExchange is always free for retailers and suppliers. There are no subscription fees, no listing fees and no obligation to accept any bid you receive.

How are removal companies vetted?

All removal companies on the platform go through a verification process including proof of business, insurance documentation and identity checks. Companies build a rating profile from completed jobs that is visible when you review bids.

What happens if something gets damaged?

All removal companies on the platform are required to carry goods-in-transit insurance. Any damage claims are handled directly between the parties, supported by the job documentation generated through the platform.

How quickly will I receive bids?

The average time to receive the first bid is 48 hours. For urgent jobs, you can set a shorter deadline and mark the job as urgent, which triggers priority notifications to companies in your area.

Can removal companies post jobs they can't cover?

Yes — removal companies can also post jobs they've won but can't cover due to capacity. Other removal companies on the platform can bid on these jobs, creating a genuine exchange between operators.

Simple, fast,specialist.

Simple, fast,
specialist.