Cardboard boxes can quickly turn a move into a pile of tape, torn corners and unclear labels. Reusable moving crates provide a sturdy, stackable alternative that helps keep belongings organised from the first packing session through to unpacking at your new address.
Rich Removals & Sons offers crate hire for home and office moves in Ashford and across Kent. Whether you are packing room by room, relocating a small office or combining crate hire with a full removals service, we can help you choose a practical quantity and make moving day easier to manage.
Moving crates are designed to be used again and again. Their rigid sides and fitted lids give everyday household and office items a more secure container than a worn or overfilled cardboard box. They also stack neatly, so packed items are easier to store while you prepare for the move.
For customers who want to reduce the amount of packing material they buy and dispose of, crate hire is a straightforward option. Once your move is complete and the crates are empty, they can be collected or returned as arranged.
Crates are useful whenever you need reliable containers that can be packed, stacked and moved without constant taping. They work particularly well when a move involves many similar items or when you want to keep each room clearly separated.
Let us know what you are moving, where you are based and when you expect to need the crates.
We will help you think through the number of rooms, the volume of smaller items and whether the crates are for a home or workplace.
Use the crates to organise belongings by room, department or priority, with clear labels so unpacking is simpler.
The crates can be used with your own plans or alongside our removals team, depending on the service you book.
Once you have unpacked, we will agree the practical next step for returning or collecting the empty crates.
Pack one room at a time and mark every crate clearly. A simple label such as “kitchen, everyday items” or “main bedroom, bedside drawers” makes it much easier to decide where each crate should go at the new property.
Strong crates are helpful, but it is still wise to spread heavier items such as books, folders and kitchenware across several containers. This makes them easier to handle and leaves room for lighter belongings on top.
Set aside one clearly marked crate for items you will want straight away. This could include chargers, basic toiletries, drinks, paperwork, children’s essentials or the everyday kitchen items you need on your first evening.
Office moves often involve a large number of small, important items that benefit from being kept together. Reusable crates can make it easier to sort desk contents, files, stationery and shared equipment by person, team or area of the workplace.
Clear labelling and a simple packing plan can reduce confusion when you arrive at the new premises. If you are coordinating an office move, talk to us about your timing and the amount of packing you expect to do, so the crate hire can fit around the wider relocation.
Crate hire can be arranged as part of a wider move with us. This gives you a consistent approach from packing through to transport, whether you are moving locally in Kent or further afield in the UK.
With more than 30 years of removals experience, we understand that the small details matter. A practical packing system helps the day run more smoothly, and reusable crates give you a dependable way to keep smaller belongings contained and organised.
Before the crates arrive, choose a dry, accessible area where they can be stacked. As you pack, avoid leaving lids open or filling containers beyond a comfortable level. Keep fragile items protected with appropriate packing materials, and label each crate on more than one side where possible.
If your move date changes, contact us as soon as you can. We will do our best to help you adjust the arrangements around the information available.
They are well suited to many everyday household and office items, including books, kitchenware, clothing, toys, files, stationery and smaller equipment. Fragile items should still be wrapped and cushioned appropriately.
Yes. They can make it easier to organise smaller belongings by room and stack packed items neatly while you prepare for moving day.
Yes. Crates are particularly useful for desk contents, paperwork and smaller workplace items that need to stay organised during a move.
The right number depends on the size of your property or workplace, how much you plan to pack and the type of items involved. Share a few details with us and we can help you plan.
Yes. Crates provide a strong outer container, but glassware, crockery and other delicate items should be wrapped and protected inside them.
Once the crates are empty, we will arrange the agreed return or collection process so they can be put back into use for another move.
If you would like a more practical way to pack for your move, get in touch with Rich Removals & Sons. We can discuss crate hire alongside local removals, national relocations, office moves and packing services, then help you plan the right next step.
Call 07348 814063 or email richremovals01@gmail.com to request a free quote.
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