The Best Removal Companies in Essex (2026)
Essex is a big county to move within, from the coast at Southend to the Suffolk border above Colchester, so the right removal company depends as much on where you are moving as on price. This guide compares established Essex movers on the things that actually affect a move: accreditation, insurance, whether they run their own storage, how widely they cover the county, and how transparent they are about pricing. We include our own firm, Weston & Edwards East Anglia, and we are upfront that this is our page, so we have set out the criteria plainly and described every other company on the same terms, including where they are genuinely stronger than us.
How we compared them
We ranked on criteria a mover can stand behind rather than on marketing claims:
- Coverage and base. Where the company is based and how much of Essex it realistically serves.
- Accreditation and accountability. Membership of the British Association of Removers (BAR) brings a Trading Standards Institute approved Code of Practice and an independent Alternative Dispute Resolution scheme.
- Insurance. Goods-in-transit cover, and the level of it, stated clearly.
- Storage. Whether the company runs its own storage for moves where completion dates do not line up.
- International reach. For moves beyond the UK, whether the firm holds recognised overseas accreditations.
- Price transparency. Written, itemised quotes with no hidden fees or waiting-day charges.
Review scores are shown for transparency, but they are not the basis of the ranking, and Google review counts change constantly, so treat any figure below as a snapshot and check the live profile before relying on it.
At a glance
| Company | Main base | Essex coverage | Own storage | Accreditation | Independent rating (checked Sep 2026, reverify live) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weston & Edwards East Anglia | Colchester | North and mid Essex, into Suffolk | Yes, containerised | BAR | Verify live on the firm’s Google profile before publishing |
| Jeakins Removals | Multiple Essex branches | County-wide (Basildon, Brentwood, Chelmsford, Colchester, Romford, Southend) | Yes | BAR | Verify live |
| White & Company | Regional and national network | Brentwood, Billericay, Chelmsford, Colchester | Yes | BAR, FIDI, OMNI | Verify live |
| Chelmsford Removals | Chelmsford | Chelmsford and central Essex | Yes | Verify | 4.8 (Google, verify live) |
| Atkinson Removals & Storage | Chelmsford | Chelmsford and surrounding area | Yes | BAR | Verify live |
| GoodMove Removals & Storage | Colchester | Essex, Suffolk and Norfolk | Yes | BAR | Verify live |
1. Weston & Edwards East Anglia
We are a Colchester-based mover covering North and mid Essex and into Suffolk, and part of the Move Group. On the criteria above, our case rests on a genuine Essex base with daily regional routes, our own containerised storage, £100,000 goods-in-transit insurance included as standard, and membership of the British Association of Removers, verifiable on the BAR Check-a-Mover directory. We quote in writing with no hidden fees and run a no-waiting-fees policy, so a delayed key handover does not add to your bill.
Our strength is the Colchester-to-mid-Essex corridor and the Suffolk border. You can see how that plays out town by town on our Colchester, Chelmsford, Braintree and Witham pages, or across the full areas we cover.
2. Jeakins Removals
One of the most county-wide operators on this list, with branches across Essex including Basildon, Brentwood, Chelmsford, Colchester, Romford and Southend, plus storage. A BAR member with a long-established network, and a strong option if you want a single firm that covers almost anywhere in the county, particularly south Essex where our own coverage is thinner.
3. White & Company
A long-established mover with a regional and national network serving Brentwood, Billericay, Chelmsford and Colchester. In addition to BAR membership, White & Company holds FIDI and OMNI accreditations, which are recognised marks for international moving, so they are worth a quote if your move is overseas rather than within the county.
4. Chelmsford Removals
A large independent based in Chelmsford, well regarded locally with a strong Google rating and a long record of household moves across central Essex. A solid choice for moves in and around the county town. If you are moving in this area, it is also worth comparing against our own Chelmsford removals page.
5. Atkinson Removals & Storage
A family-run, BAR-approved removals and storage company based in Chelmsford, covering the town and the surrounding area. A good local option for domestic moves in central Essex, with its own storage for moves that need a gap between properties.
6. GoodMove Removals & Storage
A Colchester-based BAR member operating across Essex, Suffolk and Norfolk since the 1980s, with storage and international moving among its services. One of the longer-established names in the north of the county, worth a quote if your move crosses into Suffolk or Norfolk.
How to choose between them
Get at least two or three written quotes, each based on a survey rather than a phone estimate, and match them to your move:
- Moving within one town? Prioritise a firm with a genuine local base and short travel.
- Moving across the county or into south Essex? A branch network like Jeakins may reach you more easily.
- Moving abroad? Look for FIDI or OMNI accreditation, not just BAR.
- Dates might slip? Check whether storage is on the company’s own site and can be booked as part of the same move.
Then compare the quotes like for like: crew size, vehicles, packing materials, insurance level, and the policy on delays such as late key release. For a fuller breakdown of what drives price locally, see our removals cost guide for Essex and Suffolk.
Get an Essex quote
To compare us against the firms above on your own move, see the areas we cover across Essex and Suffolk or contact us for a free survey and a written quote.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the best removal company in Essex?
There is no single best company for the whole county, because Essex is large and moves differ. A local move within Chelmsford, a cross-county move to Southend, and an international move all reward different strengths. Compare established firms on fixed criteria: coverage of your area, BAR accreditation, the level of goods-in-transit insurance, whether they run their own storage, international accreditation if you need it, and whether the quote is written and itemised with no hidden fees. We rank ourselves first on those criteria and have set them out openly, including where other firms are stronger, so you can weigh every company on the same terms.
How much do removals cost in Essex?
There is no fixed rate. The cost depends on the volume of belongings, the access at both addresses, the distance across the county, whether you want packing included, and whether you need storage between properties. The most accurate figure comes from a free survey, after which you should receive a written quotation before committing. See our removals cost guide for Essex and Suffolk for what affects pricing.
Should I use a BAR-registered remover in Essex?
It is worth prioritising. Membership of the British Association of Removers means the company works to a Trading Standards Institute approved Code of Practice and gives you access to an independent Alternative Dispute Resolution scheme if something goes wrong. Confirm any company’s membership on the BAR Check-a-Mover directory at bar.co.uk rather than relying on a logo.
Which removal companies cover the whole of Essex?
Some firms run branch networks that reach most of the county, while others are strongest in one area. If you are moving across Essex or into the south of the county, ask specifically which branch would handle your move and where the crew and vehicles start the day, as that affects both timing and travel cost.
How many quotes should I get, and how do I compare them fairly?
Aim for two or three written quotes, each based on a survey. Compare them like for like: crew size, number of vehicles, whether packing materials and labour are included, the insurance level, and the policy on delays such as late key release. A lower headline figure that leaves out packing or adds waiting charges can cost more on the day than a slightly higher fixed quote.
