Domestic moving
Local & Long-Distance Moves in Zimbabwe
Whether it is a small flat or a major household, across town or between cities, Biddulphs is the best move you’ll ever make.
Household moves
The Best Move You’ll Ever Make
When you entrust your personal belongings to a removal company, you want them handled with the same care you would take. That is why so many people and companies choose Biddulphs.
With more than 90 years of removal experience, branches in Harare, Bulawayo and Gweru and professionally trained staff, you get the individual attention you would expect from a small firm with the resources of an established removal and storage company.
Moving between cities? The same consultants plan and coordinate long-distance household moves anywhere in Zimbabwe.
Relocation process
Step by Step
With planning, preparation and an experienced moving company, moving can be the exciting experience it should be. Here is how your move works.
- 1
Pre-move survey
Complete our online quote form and you can then choose how we prepare your estimate:
- Request an in-home visit
- Upload an inventory (download the inventory list, Excel)
- Type a list of your items, for small consignments
We recommend a visit to your home by one of our move consultants, who will provide a free, no-obligation pre-move estimate. They will understand your requirements, make provision for anything special and draw up an inventory of your belongings, which lets us calculate the volume to be transported and the vehicle needed. If you are only moving a couple of items, you can send us a list instead.
- 2
Scheduling your move
Your move consultant will contact you to follow up on your quotation, help with your booking and answer any further questions. Once your move date and contact details are final, our operations staff confirm the relocation dates and plan your booking.
- 3
Leading up to your move
Our aim is to make sure everything is progressing as it should and that you are happy with the service you are receiving. Your operations coordinator is there to meet your expectations and answer your questions throughout the move.
- 4
Packing and loading
Your Biddulphs supervisor manages the handling of your belongings with the utmost care on moving day, including protective coverings for your home and possessions, and careful packing and loading of your goods into the vehicle.
If you cannot be present, please arrange for an authorised friend or family member to attend the packing and loading.
- 5
Inventory and condition report
Your supervisor records a full inventory of your items, with a description and any existing damage. Please accompany the supervisor and point out anything that needs special handling. You sign the inventory to confirm the items loaded and their condition, and receive a copy for your records.
- 6
Delivery
Contact your move coordinator as soon as you reach your new home, especially on a long-distance move. A floor plan showing where you would like your belongings placed helps the crew. Use your inventory to check items and their condition as they come in, and record any damage. Items dismantled by the crew are reassembled. Afterwards your coordinator will address any concerns and, if needed, guide you through an insurance claim.
- 7
Payment
For individual moves, payment is due a week in advance so that everything is in place before moving day. If your company or a government department with an account is paying, we need a copy of the purchase order covering the move proposal. Any charges for storage are also payable.
- 8
Unpacking
Your possessions are unpacked and the packing team removes the used packing materials.
Why Biddulphs
Moving With Peace of Mind
Highly trained staff
Your move is supervised by one of our professionally trained drivers or supervisors, and every crew member is trained in packing, handling, loading and offloading your belongings.
Dedicated removal consultants
Your consultant discusses every aspect of your move before it starts: what to do, what to expect, the services available and what you will pay. There are no hidden costs.
Complete service
We will arrange to move everything you own, including:
- Cars, boats and caravans
- Garden and workshop equipment
Ready to make your move?
Get a free, no-obligation quote from your nearest Zimbabwe branch and experience the Biddulphs difference.