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House Removals Folkestone

Stranks Removals & Storage has been moving families across Folkestone and the surrounding CT postcode area since 1941. Our team handles house removals across Folkestone — from Victorian terraces in Sandgate and seafront properties along the Leas to family homes in Hawkinge, Lyminge and the surrounding villages. Four generations of the Strank family, 17 staff, four trucks and five vans, operating from our Ashford depot just off the M20.

Get a free quote or call 0800 0195 525.

For the full range of removals and storage services across Folkestone, see the Folkestone removals page.

Complete Peace of Mind

We provide a wide range of house removal services to customers in Folkestone and the surrounding villages and towns, including:

Advice and recommendations
Loading and unloading
Careful transportation to your new home
Experience handling fine art and pianos
Expert packing services
Secure containerised storage available
Own fleet of modern removals vans
Shipping and European move support

Why Choose Stranks for Your Folkestone House Move

Folkestone presents access challenges that need planning before moving day. Seafront properties along the Leas have steep approaches and limited parking. The Old Town and Creative Quarter have narrow streets that restrict larger vehicles. Clifftop roads and coastal parking restrictions can cause delays for removers who have not surveyed the property first. Stranks surveys every Folkestone property before the move to confirm vehicle size, access and parking arrangements so the day runs to plan.

See the full picture on the why choose us page.

  • BAR member with BAR Advanced Payment Logo — your deposit is protected
  • BS EN 12522 certified — audits process, training, vehicles and storage, held by few independent Kent removers
  • 9.7 out of 10 on Referenceline from 380 verified reviews since 2007, 98% recommending us
  • Furniture and Home Improvement Ombudsman member and Checkatrade certified
  • 17 staff, 4 trucks, 5 vans — capacity to handle a full Folkestone house move without subcontracting

What Our Folkestone House Removals Service Includes

Survey and Move Planning

A surveyor visits your Folkestone property before the move to assess volume, access, parking and any specialist requirements. For seafront or clifftop properties, city centre addresses and homes in villages with narrow approach roads, this stage is particularly important. A written quote follows the survey so you know the full cost before moving day. Read our guide on what to expect on your moving day.

Packing

Full packing, partial packing and fragile-only packing are all available alongside any Folkestone house removal. Our team supplies all materials and works to a labelled, room-by-room plan so unpacking at your new home is straightforward. Read more about the benefits of using a professional removal packing service.

Furniture Dismantle and Reassembly

Our team dismantles and reassembles all furniture types including electric beds, wardrobe units and gym equipment. Let your surveyor know what needs dismantling so it is factored into the plan and timings.

Fine Art, Antiques and Specialist Items

Folkestone’s Victorian and Edwardian properties frequently contain large mirrors, artwork and antique furniture. Our team is trained and equipped to move specialist pieces safely. Discuss any high-value or oversized items at the survey stage.

Storage Between Properties

If there is a gap between your sale completing and your purchase being ready, storage is available from our 13,000 sq ft Ashford warehouse, holding up to 250 individual containers. Our Ashford depot is just off the M20, a short drive from Folkestone. We store your belongings securely and redeliver when your new property is ready.

Areas We Cover Near Folkestone

Our team regularly carries out house removals across Folkestone and the surrounding area including Sandgate, Hythe, Newington, Sandling, Frogholt, Etchinghill, Hawkinge, Capel-le-Ferne, Densole, Lyminge and Alkham. For moves further across Kent, we also cover Canterbury, Tenterden and Romney Marsh.

Proud to be one of the most highly recommended removals companies in the UK

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The team were very professional, friendly and respectful. Carefully packed our items for storage. We made a good choice with Stranks!
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This is the third time over the years that we have used Stranks. David quoted, advised and liaised with us from the start to guide us through the process. This move itself was annoyingly prolonged due to a long key wait. We got the keys and access at 4pm in the end. At every stage of the move, Shane, Dan, Armond, John and then the other two (Joe? and another colleague) were professional, friendly and extremely hard working. They even kept their efforts up when they found that we had only gone and bought a town house! The boxes destined for 'bed 1' were like the hot potatoes that no-one wanted to end up with! Still, everything got moved to the right rooms without an issue. We wanted to review and pass on our thanks to those that made a long moving experience, so much more bearable. We would totally recommend Stranks to anyone in need of removal services.
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Absolutely brilliant removal service from Stranks .Dan T ,Dan D and Armand were fabulous from beginning to end .Would highly recommend using this company for your home removals.
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I always use Stranks Removals when I move - they are so professional This time I had Dan D & Phil moving me from a 2nd floor apartment (no lift) to a bungalow The guys were extremely helpful and professional I would highly recommend this company They also have storage facilities
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Outstanding service from start to finish. From accommodating a very difficult long process to the team on the day, I couldn’t fault a thing. The moving guys made the day go like clockwork. Would not hesitate to recommend Stranks
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I’d give 10 stars to the team that helped us relocate from Kent to Cornwall. They were competent, capable, professional, accommodating, friendly and very easy to work with. I hope not to have to make such a move again but I wouldn’t hesitate in using Stranks and highly recommend their services. They helped make our move a stress free experience and worth every penny we spent and more.
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Long established family business, they listen to what you need and if at all possible oblige. Sensible rates and knowledgeable caring workers. Happy to advise on the best way to get your needs sorted even recommending local man and van companies if the job is really too small for them.
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Stranks Removals, friendly, helpful and literally go the extra mile to help, highly recommend
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Extremely helpful and reassuring right from the very start. The removal peeps were very polite and didn't leave until we was totally happy that everything was where we wanted it to be. Amazing service.

Yes. Stranks Removals & Storage covers house removals across Folkestone and the CT18 to CT20 postcode area, including Sandgate, Hythe, Hawkinge, Lyminge, Capel-le-Ferne and surrounding villages. We operate from our Ashford depot just off the M20. Get a free quote or call 0800 0195 525.

Yes. Our survey process is specifically designed to identify access and parking challenges before moving day. For properties along the Leas, seafront addresses and homes on steep or restricted roads, we confirm the right vehicle size and parking plan in advance. Get in touch to discuss your property and we will advise at the survey stage.

Yes. We offer full packing, partial packing and fragile-only packing services alongside any Folkestone house removal. Our team supplies all materials and works to a labelled, room-by-room plan. Read more about the benefits of using a professional removal packing service.

Yes. Folkestone's Victorian and Edwardian properties often contain large mirrors, antiques, artwork and pianos that need careful handling. Our team is trained and equipped to move specialist pieces safely using the right materials and methods. Discuss any high-value or oversized items with the surveyor at the time of booking.

Yes. If your sale completes before your purchase is ready, Stranks can move you out and store your belongings in individual containers at our 13,000 sq ft Ashford warehouse, holding up to 250 containers. The Ashford depot is just off the M20, a short drive from Folkestone. We redeliver when your new property is ready. View storage options

Four to six weeks ahead is a sensible target for a standard house move, and earlier in spring and summer when demand peaks. For properties with access restrictions or specialist items to plan for, earlier notice gives the team more time to prepare. Get in touch as soon as you have a provisional date to check availability.

Yes. Stranks holds full British Association of Removers membership including the BAR Advanced Payment Logo, which protects your deposit. The firm is also certified to BS EN 12522, the British Standard for furniture removal services, and is a member of the Furniture and Home Improvement Ombudsman scheme. See full accreditation details

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