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Queens Platinum Jubilee celebrations 2nd to 5th June 2022

Areas Blog, Latest NewsBy Pitmans Removals April 25, 2022

Monday 30th May to Sunday 5th June Spot The Oddity – shops and businesses throughout Blandford will be taking part in this event. Free Parking On Thursday 2nd June, Saturday 4th June and Sunday 5th June in Marsh & Ham, Station Court, Church Lane, Eagle House Gardens and Langton Road car parks. Time limits still apply. Thursday 2nd June Music Event and Beacon Lighting at the Railway Arches, 2pm – 10pm The Jubilee Beacons is one of the official events of the Platinum Jubilee in 2022 as part of an extended bank holiday, from Thursday 2nd to Sunday 5th June. Thousands of beacons will be lit by communities, charities and different groups throughout the regions of the UK, Channel Islands, Isle of Man and UK Overseas Territories. Blandford Forum is taking part and the Beacon will be lit at the Railway Arches, Langton Meadows. Live music from The Mangledwurzels, Dirty Little Habit, EchoHead and Loose Connections. Friday 3rd June Thanksgiving Service at the Railway Arches, Langton Meadows at 10am Exhibition in the Corn Exchange – ‘Blandford during the Reign of HM Queen Elizabeth II’, 10am to 5pm Saturday 4th June Treasure Hunt in Woodhouse Gardens, 10am to 1pm Exhibition in…

We Don’t Just Do Removals

Areas Blog, Latest NewsBy 4bdesignadmin November 18, 2021

Did you know that here at Pitmans Removals & Storage in Blandford we also offer packing supplies for sale. Sometimes all you need are the boxes, or the bubble wrap and you just need to securely move a few items. Our experience in the removals industry means we can advise you on the best packaging for the job and hold most items in stock at our main depot in Blandford. So if you need some boxes, bubble wrap, packaging tape or any other packing supplies please do not hesitate to contact us by calling 01258 858564 or email us at info@pitmansremovals.co.uk.

Another Busy Week of Removals in Dorset

Areas Blog, Latest NewsBy 4bdesignadmin October 31, 2021

It was another busy week for us here at Pitmans Removals with several moves within Dorset. Ity felt like we visited most towns this week with our teams out on the road helping our clients move to and from places such as Blandford, Shaftesbury, Sturminster Newton and Dorchester. We also did a couple of part-loads which we delivered to Poole and Bournemouth which we picked up whilst on our way back from a house move where the client relocated further North. We love weeks like this where we get to go to lots of different areas throughout Dorset and work with so many lovely clients. Next week is looking just as busy with a few movies we will be putting into our storage facility in Blandford Forum so that the clients can keep the sale of their house moving. If you need any removal services in or around Blandford Forum then please do not hesitate to contact us here at Pitmans Removals and we will be more than happy to help.

How to change broadband and energy suppliers when moving house

Latest NewsBy 4bdesignadmin October 19, 2021

Broadband (and TV) Transferring your broadband package when moving house The good news is, the majority of broadband providers are more than happy for you to transfer your service across to your new home. Although it varies provider-to-provider, this can still take up to a few weeks, depending on whether or not an engineer is needed. The best way to approach this is to give your broadband company as much notice of the move as you possibly can in order to minimise disruption to your broadband connection. This is especially important at the moment in lots of cases, with more people working, at least in part, from home as a result of the pandemic. How much notice they require varies from company to company, but just as a guide BT suggests their customers give them six weeks’ notice in order to avoid disruption to their broadband service. Do you need a new broadband contract to move house? If you’re in contract, a simple swap as above is probably the likeliest scenario, however, if you’re on minimum contract terms (the terms you default to on a monthly basis once your contract has run out), or you have a few months or…

Man And A Van

Latest NewsBy 4bdesignadmin September 29, 2021

People looking for Removals services often think that all they need is a man-with-a-van service. Whilst there are some small jobs that this type of service can be good for, there can also be issues with using someone who move your valuable belongings. Some important things to consider as follows: Do they have the necessary insurance if something happens whilst moving or transporting your belongings? Do they have the experience for items that are a little trickier to move? Do they know the best way to package and protect your items? At Pitmans removals we have over 30 years experience in the removals trade and have all the insurance and experience required and our pricing is very competitive. To discuss your requirements please give us a call on 01258 858564 and we’ll be happy to help.

Part Load Removals

Latest NewsBy 4bdesignadmin September 22, 2021

What are Part Load Removals? Part load removals are when a removals company collects extra loads whilst travelling for another job. Often this will be on the return journey when they would normally have an empty vehicle. What Are The Benefits of Part Load Removals? Everyone is a winner with part load removals… you the client will get a cheaper rate as the vehicles are already on the road doing other jobs. For us it means we are maximising our time and resources as the more our vehicles are full, the better! Also part load removals are much better for the environment as it reduces the number of trips required and therefore less time that the vehicles are running on the road. What Areas Do You Cover? Here at Pitmans Removals we are based in Blandford Forum in Dorset but we cover the whole of the UK. We offer part load services on almost all of our routes and therefore throughout the country. The best thing to do is call us on 01258 858564 or email info@pitmansremovals.co.uk and tell us what you need removed and from where from and to and we will do our best to help you.

How to spot a reputable removals company

Latest NewsBy 4bdesignadmin September 21, 2021

Obtaining a quotation First of all, in the quite complex business of moving house, you want everything to require as little brain power on your part as possible. When it comes to booking a removals firm, they should come out and survey your items for free, provide you with a no-obligation quote, and provide you with a no-obligation quote, together with their terms of business and contract on headed paper with company registration and VAT numbers. Well-maintained vehicles Reputable removals companies will have a vehicle upkeep policy, to make sure their fleet is in tip-top condition to reduce the chance of ill-timed breakdown incidents. This also includes compliance with UK transport laws, which includes things like the weight limit of vehicles. Branded vehicles Companies proudly advertising their name and branding on the side of their vans, are more likely to be good to do business with, as they’re happy to have a public reputation, as opposed to hiding behind the anonymity of an unbranded white van. Well-trained staff One question to ask when obtaining a quote from a removals firm is how long they’ve been trading, how long their staff have been working there, and what training they’ve undertaken. Legitimate…

Countdown to moving house

Latest NewsBy 4bdesignadmin September 3, 2021

Hooray! You’ve just accepted an offer on your house – congratulations! But now the hard work begins, and where do you start? Having a whole house to pack and a move to organise can feel a bit daunting, but we’re here to help you prepare for a smooth house move. When is it a good idea to start getting quotes for a removal? Most removals companies will ask for 4-6 weeks before completion so that they have time to prepare materials for packing and make sure an appropriate vehicle is available for your moving day, but as much notice as possible once you have a guaranteed completion date is always appreciated. It’s probably a good idea to start putting feelers out soon after you have accepted an offer so that you can get an idea of the dates the company is going to be available. On average in the UK it takes 13-16 weeks to completely move house from accepting an offer so this gives you plenty of time to find and book a removals company. You will also need to decide what kind of package you are looking for. Here at Pitmans we offer a wide range of services…

Small load removals: your complete guide

Latest NewsBy 4bdesignadmin August 23, 2021

When you think of removals companies, you probably think of filling a big van with a houseful of possessions to move them from one place to another. While the majority of removals companies offer that service, how do you deal with small load removals in the UK? What is a small load removals service? For a full removals service, you’re paying for the full van space, as well as outward and return journeys. When you book a part load, not only do you not require as much space on the van, but the van will be shared by other customers who also only need a small number of items moved, reducing the cost for you. Why might you need a small load removals service? There are quite a few different reasons you might only need to move a small number of possessions including: Student moves Antique removals Moving out of parents’ house for the first time Moving somewhere temporarily (for example, when completing major property renovations) What’s the difference between hiring a removal company, rather than ‘a man with a van’? The big difference is that when you’re paying for a removal company, you’re paying for expertise. Your items will…

How to have a stress free moving day

Latest NewsBy 4bdesignadmin August 14, 2021

How to have a stress free moving day We’ve helped a lot of people relocate over the years, and we’ve gathered some top tips on having a stress free moving day along the way. Use good quality boxes You can’t beat good, strong, double-walled purpose-made removals boxes. Your boxes of possessions will be moving from house to truck, stacked on top of other boxes, travelling, being unloaded and then put into the right room. If you’re packing your own boxes, don’t forget to parcel tape them on the bottom, as well as the top. It sounds obvious, but it’s an easy thing to forget! Label your boxes One really good way of doing it, is taking a pack of coloured paper and assigning each room in your new house a colour. Tape the corresponding colour paper to the top of the boxes for each room, and write down the contents. This will make it super quick when unloading your boxes, for anyone helping you move to know which boxes are going in which rooms – especially if you put a bit of coloured paper on the door of each room, too. Having the contents clearly written will help you as…

Using storage to move house

Latest NewsBy 4bdesignadmin August 2, 2021

Using storage to move house We’re in the business of moving house, something which can be an incredibly stressful process. The use of storage could take the stress right out of some situations, but it sometimes gets overlooked as an option because people feel like it’s ‘moving twice’, when in fact it can be an incredibly useful option. When might using storage be helpful? Putting your house on the market Lots of people will tell you to “clear the clutter” so that photos of your home look spacious and appealing when your property is put on the market. There is truth to that, but also it’s a bit rude when those are your possessions! The main reason isn’t to make it look better, it’s to give potential viewers the chance to imagine themselves living there – some people struggle with this when surrounded by personal possessions and photos. If you know you have a lot of things on show, utilising temporary storage before your Estate Agent takes marketing photos is a great idea, to appeal to a wide range of buyers, and potentially speed up your sale. Moving into a new build New builds are exciting! They’re especially popular with…

Packaging Supplies Service

Latest NewsBy 4bdesignadmin July 15, 2021

We are pleased to now be able to offer a wide range of packaging supplies to all of our customers as well as those not using our removal or storage services. To place your order please contact us by clicking here.

Milton Abbas Street Fair

Latest NewsBy 4bdesignadmin July 15, 2021

Here at Pitmans Removals we are pleased to be continuing our support of local events by sponsoring the Milton Abbas Street Fair 2019. It is a great fun day for all the family, set in the beautiful Dorset village of Milton Abbas. There are over 100 stalls and food and drink venues throughout Lake Field and The Street itself. At the bottom of the Street is the Lake Field which has additional stalls, children’s entertainment, a mini fun fair and is the perfect place if you’re looking for somewhere a little less congested. All money raised at the Milton Abbas Street Fair is donated to local good causes and a nominated charity.

Preparing for your Move

Latest NewsBy 4bdesignadmin July 15, 2021

A time to move into your new home, the words we all want to hear and now it all begins. Moving house is at the number one spot of the stress list for triggering anxiety so to help prepare for this here are some useful points to reduce the stress considerably: It’s easy and sometimes necessary to focus on what you are leaving, to say good bye to a chapter in your life. A great thing to do is to look at the good things about where you’re moving to. A new job, retirement, or just the country side – Make a new place you new home! Keep checking your ‘Check list’. Make a check list – Utilities need notice, rental notices, banks, defrosting the freezers etc. Make a Moving plan, things like which room certain furniture will be going in. Things that are important on the removals day itself – read the meters, have your check list (Don’t forget to pack teddy!!). Being realistic, don’t leave yourself without the facilities to make a cuppa – it’s a long day for everyone. Belongings, before the packing starts. This could be a ideal time to give away to charities. Charities love…

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