End of Tenancy Removals London

Moving out of a rented property in London is rarely relaxed. The tenancy has a hard end date, the keys must be returned on time and your deposit depends on the condition you leave behind. Add London parking, busy month-end dates and a landlord or agent who may inspect the property the same day, and it is easy to see why so many tenants feel under pressure.

This guide explains how end of tenancy removals in London work in 2026, what they cost, how to schedule the day so nothing is missed and what to do to give yourself the best chance of getting your full deposit back.

What Are End of Tenancy Removals?

End of tenancy removals are simply removals timed around the last day of a rental agreement. The service itself is the same as any other move, but the planning is different because you have two deadlines to meet: the time the keys must be handed back and the time you can access your next home. If either date slips, you can be left with belongings and nowhere to put them.

You can read more about this service on our end of tenancy removals page. If you are a landlord or agent handling several properties, see our landlord removals service.

How Much Do End of Tenancy Removals Cost in London?

Pricing is built from the size of the team and the hours the job takes. Every booking has a two-hour minimum, and the same hourly rate applies every hour.

Team	Best For	Price per Hour	Minimum Booking
Driver Help (1 man and van)	Studios, rooms in shared houses, small loads	£70	2 hours
2 Men Team	1 to 2 bed flats with furniture	£85	2 hours
3 Men Team	Larger flats and family houses	£100	2 hours

Worked Examples

These are illustrations using our 2026 prices. Your own quote will depend on floors, access and how much you own.

Tenancy Move	Team	Estimated Time	Estimated Cost
Room in a shared house	Driver Help	2 hours	£140
Studio flat, third floor, stairs only	Driver Help	3 hours	£210
1-bed flat with lift	2 Men Team	3 hours	£255
2-bed flat, second floor	2 Men Team	5 hours	£425
3-bed rented house	3 Men Team	7 hours	£700

To check the arithmetic, take the 2-bed flat. The 2 Men Team costs £85 per hour, so 5 hours cost £425 in total.

The End of Tenancy Timeline

The earlier you plan, the cheaper and calmer the move. Here is a timeline that works for most London tenants.

Six to Eight Weeks Before

Read your tenancy agreement and check the notice period and the exact end date.
Give written notice to your landlord or agent, and keep a copy.
Confirm the date you can enter your next home. A gap of even one day matters.
Start getting quotes. Month-end dates sell out first, so book early.

Four Weeks Before

Book your removal team and, if needed, packing services.
Begin decluttering. Our decluttering guide lists 15 categories to clear first.
If you need a bridge between tenancies, look at storage solutions.

Two Weeks Before

Order boxes and start packing items you will not need before the move.
Apply for a parking bay suspension if the van will need to park outside. Our London parking permits guide explains how.
Arrange your final meter readings and tell utility providers your leaving date.

One Week Before

Update your address with your bank, employer, doctor and insurers.
Arrange mail redirection.
Book or schedule your deep clean.
Defrost the freezer and use up food.

The Day Before

Dismantle simple furniture.
Photograph every room, including appliances, walls and floors, with the date visible.
Pack a first-night bag with chargers, toiletries, medication and a change of clothes.

For the full version, use our 8-week moving checklist.

Protecting Your Deposit

In England, a landlord must protect a tenancy deposit in a government-approved scheme. Disputes at the end of a tenancy usually come down to cleanliness, damage beyond normal wear and tear, and missing items. The following habits reduce the risk.

Compare against your inventory. Find the inventory or check-in report from the start of the tenancy and use it as your guide.
Take dated photographs. Photograph each room after it is empty and clean. These are your evidence if anything is questioned.
Protect walls and floors during the move. Removal teams use blankets and careful handling, but you should also keep walkways clear so nothing is knocked.
Remove everything. Leftover furniture, rubbish or food can be charged to you. If you have bulky unwanted items, our end of tenancy removals service can move them to a new address, to a charity that accepts them, or ready for a council bulky collection. We are a removals service, not a waste carrier, so disposal itself is arranged by you through the council or a registered carrier.
Return all keys. Get a written or emailed confirmation of the time and who received them.
Be present for the check-out inspection if you can. It is much easier to resolve a question in person than afterwards.

Rules and timescales can vary with your agreement and deposit scheme, so check your scheme provider for the latest guidance.

Why Month-End Dates Cost You More Time

Most tenancies end on the last day of the month, which means that final week is when everyone is moving at once. Demand is high, availability drops and parking outside your property becomes harder. If you can, ask your landlord for a mid-month end date, or choose a Tuesday to Thursday. Our best time to move house guide shows the cheapest months and days.

If You Have Short Notice

Sometimes the end date arrives faster than planned. We offer same-day removals, weekend removals and emergency removals, subject to availability. Call early and give us as many details as you can.

Packing Materials

Item	Price
Moving box	£5 each
Wrap	£15
Tape	£10 per roll

A typical 1-bed flat needs around 20 boxes (£100), one wrap (£15) and two rolls of tape (£20), so £135 in materials. See our room-by-room packing guide and kitchen packing guide to pack quickly and safely.

Moving Out of a Shared House or Student Let

If you share a property, coordinate dates with housemates so one van can do several loads and the cost is split. Students finishing a contract can find more help in our student removals end-of-term guide and on our end of term moves page.

Local End of Tenancy Moves

We handle tenancy moves across the capital, including Croydon, Lewisham, Southwark, Ealing and Islington. See the full list on our removals in London page.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do end of tenancy removals cost in London?

Our teams cost £70 per hour for Driver Help, £85 per hour for 2 Men and £100 per hour for 3 Men, with a two-hour minimum and the same rate every hour. A typical 1-bed flat often costs around £255 and a 2-bed flat around £425.

When should I book my removal for the end of my tenancy?

Ideally three to four weeks ahead, and earlier if your end date falls on the last weekend of the month.

Can I leave belongings behind to be collected later?

You should not rely on this. Your landlord may charge for items left in the property. Use storage or a clearance service instead.

What if my new home is not ready on the same day?

Place your furniture in storage for a short period: you rent the unit in your name, and we move your things in and out as part of the removal. We do not operate a storage facility ourselves.

Who is responsible for damage during the move?

Insurance is as stated in your written quote: ask us to confirm in writing. Keep photographs from before and after the move.

Do you sell packing materials?

Yes. Boxes are £5 each, wrap is £15 and tape is £10 per roll.

Get Your End of Tenancy Quote

Tell us your leaving date, both postcodes, the floors and access at each end and roughly what you are moving. Call 07459 180023 or request a written quote. You can also try our move cost calculator or moving timeline calculator.

Written by the Vano Removals team. We provide man and van, full removals, packing and storage services across London.

End of Tenancy Removals in London: Checklist, Costs and Deposit Tips for 2026