Friendly staff, polite and courteous. Nothing is too much trouble. Were able to get us out of trouble after another removal company let us down at short notice. Very appreciative of our efforts... See more
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From start to finish Abels were great, our communication with the team at Head office via Marie - going through the survey process and later with Sue was incredibly clear and easy. The move itse... See more
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The team who moved us were all top class; courteous, helpful and hard-working. They really listened to what we wanted and were prepared to turn their hands to any task. They were mindful of the custom... See more
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Brilliant! Looked after from start to finish, excellent service, nothing too much trouble - ever so friendly and went above and beyond. Looked after our belongings and took great care around both prop... See more
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About Abels Moving Services
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For over 70 years, Abels has been delivering professional removals, relocation and storage services for private individuals, businesses and organisations across the UK and around the world. Our reputation is built on exceptional customer service, meticulous planning and handling every move with the highest levels of care and professionalism.
Whether you're moving locally, relocating across the UK, moving to or from Europe, or planning an international relocation, our experienced team provides a fully managed service tailored to your individual requirements. We handle export and import moves worldwide, offering expert guidance on packing, shipping, customs procedures and destination services to ensure a smooth and stress-free experience.
Our UK removals service covers England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, including specialist moves to the Scottish Islands, the Isle of Man and the Channel Islands. Every move is supported by a dedicated Customer Services Manager, comprehensive move planning and experienced, security-cleared crews who remain with your move from start to finish.
Our services include professional packing and unpacking, secure storage, specialist handling of fine art, antiques, wine collections and other valuable possessions, as well as move management and concierge services such as handyman, electrical, plumbing and IT support where required.
Alongside residential removals, Abels provides office relocations, commercial moving services, business storage and specialist FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment) logistics. We work with organisations across a range of sectors, delivering carefully planned relocation projects with minimal disruption, from corporate offices to hospitality, education, healthcare and retail environments.
Whether you're moving a family home, relocating an entire business, or managing an international project, our experienced team is committed to delivering a seamless, reliable and stress-free moving experience from initial enquiry through to final delivery.
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Wimbledon Avenue, IP27 0NZ, Brandon, United Kingdom
- 01842 816600
- enquiries@abels.co.uk
- www.abels.co.uk
4.8
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Excellent quality of service
First class service and support from beginning to end. The moving team was very professional and they packed all furniture with care and everything arrived unscathed and on time. Special thanks to Jayne Eastick for her support throughout the moving process and to Peter D'Arcy for his assistance during the home survey. I am very pleased with Abels and I would highly recommend!
4 June 2024
Reply from Abels Moving Services
Thank you so much for taking the time to provide your lovely feedback and review, it really is appreciated. We wish you all the very best for the future and we will look forward to being of service again.
Kind regards
Neil Pertoldi
Efficient delivery of shipment
Arrival at appointed time. Efficient unloading and unpacking. Polite and well behaved staff.
We had to wait for almost one month for the shipment to be delivered to final destination. Arrived at Abels' warehouse on August 19 and and finally delivered on September 16.
19 September 2024
Reply from Abels Moving Services
Dear Mr Kolmodin,
Thank you for your feedback. I'm sorry you had to wait before delivery from the UK to Stockholm. You were allocated into our next truck with space departing to Scandinavia following UK customs release. Wishing you all the best for the future.
Kind regards
Neil Pertoldi
Great communication at all levels…
Great communication at all levels throughout the movement of our items, from arrival into the U.K. to delivery all the way down to the South-West.
Big thanks to all the Abel’s staff, much appreciated.
18 September 2024
Reply from Abels Moving Services
Dear Mr Smitham,
Thank you for taking the time to provide a review. Your feedback comments will be well received by your moving team. Wishing you all the best for the future and we look forward to helping again.
Kind regards
Neil Pertoldi
Reply from Abels Moving Services
Dear Rupert,
Thank you for taking the time to provide a review. Your kind comments will be shared shortly with your moving team who I'm certain will appreciate them. Wishing you all the best for the future, we look forward to helping again when needed.
Kind regards
Neil Pertoldi
Good quality service
A rug was laid in the hallway to protect the floorings. The boxes were moved carefully and stacked nicely.
16 September 2024
Reply from Abels Moving Services
Dear Joyce,
Thank you for taking the time to provide you nice comments and review which are very much appreciated. We wish you all the best for the future and look forward to being of service again.
Kind regards
Neil Pertoldi
Abels were efficient
Abels were efficient, polite, hardworking and a delight to work with from start to finish. The office liason Nicola was excellent and the entire experience was a joy!
11 September 2024
Unprompted review
Reply from Abels Moving Services
Dear Elizabeth,
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback and review. Nicola will be really happy to be specifically named. We wish you all the very best and hope that we can be of service again in the future.
Kind regards
Neil Pertoldi
very expensive
Almost three times as expensive as the average quote we got for our removals. Not sure on the justification for the quote yet as they didn’t seem to be offering a more premium service than their competitors.
4 September 2024
Unprompted review
Reply from Abels Moving Services
Dear Joanne,
Thank you for your review. Could I ask you to email me on neilpertoldi@abels.co.uk as I cannot locate your surname on our system and perhaps you're listed under a partners name? I'd really like to review the quotation that you were provided to understand the details.
Kind regards
Neil Pertoldi
Professional but very expensive
Abels seemed very professional and efficient - but they quoted me 3 x times as much compared to what I actually got the job done for by another professional moving company.
31 August 2024
Unprompted review
Reply from Abels Moving Services
Dear Mike
Thank you for your feedback. I will send you a separate email as I would be interested to understand more details.
Kind regards
Neil Pertoldi
Superb customer service
Superb customer service from both the Paul, Jade and the admin team in the office to the two teams who packed up and delivered all our household goods to our new home in France. Nothing was too much trouble and communications with everyone was quick and helpful. I would highly recommend Abals as a removal company.
21 August 2024
Reply from Abels Moving Services
Dear Sarah,
Thank you so much for your kind words which will be shared with Paul, Jade and your moving teams. We appreciate your review and your continued business and look forward to helping again in the future.
Kind regards
Neil Pertoldi
Great service ,drivers where…
Great service ,drivers where professional helpful and made the experience non stressful
13 August 2024
Reply from Abels Moving Services
Dear Mr Bellis
Thank you for your kind words on your moving team which will be shared with them tomorrow. Wishing you all the best for the future and we will look forward to helping you again.
Kind regards
Neil Pertoldi
Beware of their terms and conditions
Beware of their terms and conditions. A large screen TV arrived damaged and unrepairable due to very bad packaging, when I complained they quoted the terms that I had agreed to that, ‘ in any event, including on this occasion their own neglect,’ the maximum compensation per item is £40, but as a gesture of goodwill they paid £80. On a one thousand pound item!
1 August 2024
Unprompted review
Reply from Abels Moving Services
Dear Mr Sumpton,
Thank you for your review, I am sorry that there was damage to the TV which was packed to industry standard, export wrapped and placed within a heavy duty TV module. There was no outer damage to the TV module noted by the delivery team or yourselves at the time of delivery. You rejected the recommended marine insurance cover for your shipment. Again, I apologise that the TV was not working when you unpacked it in Thailand.
Kind regards
Neil Pertoldi
Exceptional service
From the moment we called to get information about shipping our belongings we were totally impressed with the professional, efficient yet personal service we received. Abels kept constant communication with us every step of the way. We would highly recommend them
7 August 2024
Reply from Abels Moving Services
Dear Sally,
Thank you for taking the time to provide your lovely comments and review, they are very much appreciated and will be shared with the whole team shortly. May we wish you all the very best for the future and hope we can be of service again.
Kind regards
Neil Pertoldi
Stressless move
From the initial enquiry to the final move, Abels couldn't have been more helpful. Nothing was too much trouble. Nicky was amazing, supporting us throughout the process making it much less stressful.
Ian and Logan were brilliant on the move day, they couldn't have worked harder.
Overall a fantastic experience. I would wholeheartedly recommend Abels.
9 August 2024
Unprompted review
Reply from Abels Moving Services
Dear Naimi,
Thank you for your wonderful comments concerning your direct team, really nice to read and will be shared with them and their line managers shortly. We look forward to being of service again.
Kind regards
Neil Pertoldi
Reply from Abels Moving Services
Dear Mr Yavuzer,
Thank you for your kind comments and review which are much appreciated.
Kind regards
Neil Pertoldi
Did a great job in very hot weather.
29 July 2024
Reply from Abels Moving Services
Dear Mrs Rule
Thank you for your kind words and review, very much appreciated.
Kind regards
Neil Pertoldi
Excellent service from door to door
8 August 2024
Reply from Abels Moving Services
Dear Richard,
Thank you for nice comment and review which are very much appreciated by the whole team and I. We look forward to helping again whenever you need in the future.
Kind regards
Neil Pertoldi
Pick up at Bryan-y-Baal as planned
Pick up at Bryan-y-Baal as planned. Delivery at Dearham a day earlier than planned by mutual agreement with the driver. Setting to work of the clock was great
6 August 2024
Unprompted review
Reply from Abels Moving Services
Dear Anthony,
Thank you for your kind comments and review, they are much appreciated. We look forward to helping you again in the future.
Kind regards
Neil Pertoldi
We moved house over 4 days at the…
We moved house over 4 days at the hottest time of the year. The crew were always smiling and courteous and worked very hard. They protected the house with carpets and blankets and removed all used packing materials at the end of each day.
They were exceptional , and we were really impressed with their courtesy and willingness to make the move as stress free as possible. Abel’s office team and crew fully deserve their 5 star rating. THANKYOU
7 August 2024
Reply from Abels Moving Services
Dear Mr & Mrs Pearson,
Thank you for taking the time to provide your kind words about the team, they will really appreciate these sentiments. May we wish you all the very best in your new home and look forward to helping again whenever the need arises.
Kind regards
Neil Pertoldi
Reply from Abels Moving Services
Dear Kelvin,
Thank you for your review, very much appreciated.
Kind regards
Neil Pertoldi
Superb team.
Superb team.. consumately executed move..the packing and unloading team were friendly, professional and knowledgeable...glass smooth move across countries.. would 100% use again..
5 August 2024
Reply from Abels Moving Services
Dear Don,
Thank you so much for taking the time to provide your feedback comments and review which the team will be delighted to receive when they're shared with them and their line managers shortly.
Kind regards
Neil Pertoldi
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