David Gilkes & Sons Ltd

Unit 2 Dunchurch Trading Estate, London Road
Rugby
Warwickshire
CV23 9LN

Removers - Removals Companies

Listed under:  Removers / Removal Companies
99% recommended   Rating David Gilkes & Sons Ltd 9.8/100
335 reviews since 2015
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Overall Rating
9.8 /10 Overall Rating 9.8/10
Based on 335 reviews since 2015
 
 
 
Sales & Support 9.7/10 Sales & Support Rating 9.7
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand

 
Packing & Handling 9.8/10 Packing & Handling Rating 9.8
The firm took care in packing and handling our property

 
Collection & delivery 9.8/10 Collection & delivery Rating 9.8
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed

 
Service 9.9/10 Service Rating 9.9
The staff were presentable punctual and polite

 
Value 9.6/10 Value Rating 9.6
The price represents value for money

 
 
 
Recent Reviews 
 
" The Team at David Gilkes were absolutely fantastic. We had to postpone dates a number of times which I think is pretty standard these days but they remained flexible throughout. We opted for the full ...."   more
 
" Would highly recommend and use again David Gilkes & Sons, the team were outstanding and dealt with all the demands of a complex move! Excellent Team / Excellent Office staff!!"   more
 
" The team did an excellent job. Their after move care was incredibly generous. They popped back several weeks later post move to help me move some items that weren't positioned correctly around the h...."   more
 
" It was all quite stress free, I just supplied tea and biscuits! We left them to it while we went to the estate agents to get the keys and when we got back they were almost ready to go We had lots of...."   more
 
 
About Us


We provide both domestic and commercial customers with an efficient, professional and trustworthy relocation service. We provide removal services nationwide providing full and part packing services, crate hire for commercial moves and some domestic moves too, boxes and other packing materials. We are part of the Simply shredding group and cover both Rugby and Daventry areas. We can supply a shredding service from as little as one bag to hundreds of boxes/bags, wheelie bins and consoles, depending on your requirements.
We do pride ourselves on a stress-free service, having the latest equipment, vehicle trackers, trained and uniformed staff, livered vans, insurance cover and the knowledge and experience we can offer, together with excellent customer service, we have a reputation for our caring and friendly approach.
     
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Review 29 Jul 2025
Recommended by customer in NN6
 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
We had a standard move from a 4 bed terrace to a 4 bed detached house, relatively local and opted for the full packing service covering the house, garden and shed. We had some large and interesting shaped light fittings which were no problem at all. Everything delivered in perfect condition.

"The Team at David Gilkes were absolutely fantastic. We had to postpone dates a number of times which I think is pretty standard these days but they remained flexible throughout. We opted for the full packing service and cannot fault the service. The two team members arrived very promptly the day before and packed the entire house ahead of the move the next day. No job was any problem and they were done by 4pm. The service was excellent as we didn't have to pack anything other than a few bags of personal items that we kept with us, and the house was completely cleared. On the day of the move, the team once again arrived promptly, and were fully loaded by about 1pm including all the garden furniture and plants that we wanted to take with us. The unloading and unpacking was a very efficient process, with the entire large lorry done within about 3.5 hours- I don't know where they get their energy from. We had some large mirrors and prictures that were transported professionally along with the large television. All beds, furniture units and shelving etc was deconstructed and rebuilt without my knowledge that it was even taking place - so refreshing to move in and not have to build beds, reconnect the sofa and tv, as it was all done for us. I cannot rate this service highly enough and we would definitely use David Gilkes again (although not too soon I hope!)"
 
 
Team:
I can't remember the team's names, but please check the rotas as I would like to say thank you to all 4 over the 2 days. Absolutely fantastic service and a real credit to your Company.
 
 
 


Review 22 Jul 2025
Recommended by customer in OX9
 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
House move from the Midlands to Oxfordshire

"Would highly recommend and use again David Gilkes & Sons, the team were outstanding and dealt with all the demands of a complex move!
Excellent Team / Excellent Office staff!!"
 
 
 
 


Review 19 Jul 2025
Recommended by customer in CV33
 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
I had previously used David Gilkes & Sons to move my full home content locally in Warwickshire.

"The team did an excellent job. Their after move care was incredibly generous. They popped back several weeks later post move to help me move some items that weren't positioned correctly around the house and that were too heavy for me to move on my own. This included a grand piano.

More recently I needed to move some of my elderly Mum's house contents from Monmouthshire to Warwickshire. Again the team excelled. It was a complex move and the team was kind, generous with their time, careful and patient. I would use them again in a blink."
 
 
Team:
Matt, Jill, Jo...but the whole removal team
 
 
 


Review 16 Jul 2025
Recommended by customer in CV3
 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
The move went well, the van arrived on time, we go the keys to our new property about midday, so once everything was packed we were off!

"It was all quite stress free, I just supplied tea and biscuits! We left them to it while we went to the estate agents to get the keys and when we got back they were almost ready to go
We had lots of indoor plants and even more outdoor plants and they were packaged well and arrived undamaged.
On arrival at the bungalow they set to unloading, they reassembled the two sofas and beds and everything was put into the right rooms.
Everything was done in a cheerful polite manner and all in all it was a good experience."
 
 
Team:
Sorry can’t remember!
 
 
 


Review 14 Jul 2025
Recommended by customer in LN24
 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
We recently relocated and used David Gilkes over two days.

"On both days the staff were brilliant, friendly, efficient and went above and beyond what we expected. The team moving us were excellent- nothing was too much trouble and everything was done efficiently and the team were very friendly and did everything with a smile.


If ever we move again in the same area I would not hesitate to use them again. We would not hesitate to recommend this company to anyone looking for a removals service.

A great team.

Jim"
 
 
 
   Business Reply:

Hi Jim,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review!

We're so glad you were happy with your removal service, and we'll be sure to pass on your kind words onto the team.

We hope you're settling in well.

All the best,
David Gilkes Removals
 


Review 29 May 2025
Recommended by customer in MK17
 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
Fairly large move over three days plus a day for packing. Some large items of furniture including a piano.

"Everything was very carefully packed and labelled. All went very well on the day. Nothing was too much trouble for the team and they had a solution for every challenge that arose. Office team were very helpful and supportive too. The move date was not confirmed until the day before the packing started!

I would not hesitate to recommend David Gilkes. Their team was friendly and reassuring. All went very well on the day. Nothing was too much trouble for the team and they had a solution for every challenge that arose. Office team were very helpful and supportive too - the move date was not confirmed until the day before the packing started! Will definitely use them again."
 
 
Team:
Paul and Chris
 
 
   Business Reply:

Hi,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
I'm glad everything went well, and you were satisfied with your service. We always strive to do what is best for our customers.
We hope you're settling in well.

All the Best,
David Gilkes Removals
 


Review 26 May 2025
Recommended by customer in CV7
 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
Fab team, very professional company,they made what could have been a stressful day go very smoothly

"Fabulous company, looked after our stuff as if it was there own, very cheerful and professional team"
 
 
 
   Business Reply:

Hi,

Thank you for your review, we are so happy you are pleased with your removal service.

All the best in your new home,
David Gilkes Removals
 


Review 24 May 2025
Recommended by customer in LE17
 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 8/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
Removal of furniture and large / heavy items from house, loft, garden and garage. The firm used two lorries and had four team members to complete everything. The two properties were 15 miles apart. The job took from 9am to 3pm.

"Booking and agreeing terms was straightforward and the office team were very friendly and helpful.
The team on removals day were equally friendly, helpful - and careful. We were particularly impressed with the care taken to avoid damage during removal and then replacement at our new home.
The chaps knew their jobs well and gave us confidence in what they were doing. Nothing was too much trouble.
Overall my wife and I were very happy with the removals.

Our only concern was with the insurance cover which was added to the quoted work. We do not infer any blame for this on David Gilkes & Sons Ltd.
The cost of the various choices of cover seemed very high considering a) the short distance between our two sites and b) the lower risk involved of a major or total loss of our property. If we'd been moving (for instance) 200-300 miles involving 6-8 hours travelling then such a cost might have been more proportionate. But not 15 miles and 30 minutes away.
The premium for less than a day's cover for all of our property would have been far more than the cost of our annual contents and buildings insurance. It made us significantly reduce what we included in the move on the day and we have since moved our most valuable items ourselves.
This is why I scored Value for Money as 8/10."
 
 
Team:
It would be wrong to single anyone out. Genuinely all those involved were 10/10
 
 
   Business Reply:

Hi,

Thank you for your review, we are so happy you are pleased with your removal service.

Thank you for your feedback on the insurance/protection offered on quotations. The price is measured based on the value of your goods, rather than the distance, size or risk of your move, and is dictated to us by our insurance company. I hope that helps.

All the best in your new home,
David Gilkes Removals
 


Review 22 May 2025
Recommended by customer in CV47
 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
Domestic internal and external furniture and belongings removal/move in with restricted access from the moving out property.

"Absolutely first rate service. Couldn't have been a better experience."
 
 
Team:
Mathew, Chris and their colleagues
 
 
 


Review 22 May 2025
Recommended by customer in GL50
 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
We moved from Rugby to Cheltenham which took 2 days. We ended up packing ourselves because our buyers took a long time to exchange and then complete. I had spoken to Gilles Removals in November as we hoped to move by Christmas. Our buyers kept delaying exchange dates and I kept ringing Gilkes to explain. Jo was lovely and very calming when I was stressed. In all we had to have 3 separate quotes. We eventually moved in May. The men loaded up on the Monday and met us in Cheltenham to unload on the Tuesday.

"The move with Gilkes was great. Everything went like clockwork. They arrived on time on Monday, what was so nice they introduced themselves shook hands and we looked round the house. We liked the fact that they all wore Gilkes uniform so there was not mistaking who was who. It took about 3 hours to load up and they left

The build up to moving day had been stressful but the boys turned on time and smiled. They gave me confidence and explained what they would do etc. the boys were polite and friendly. Never complained or moaned which helped as we were feeling stressed.

They treated all our furniture and belongings so carefully and we were amazed that it all went in the lorry. They had finished by about 12.30 and the next time we saw them was in Cheltenham on Tuesday.

The unloading was smooth we just stood at the door saying where things went

I cannot praise those removal men enough. Jo and Kate in the office were lovely and so patient when I was stressing Thank you to them all."
 
 
 
 


Review 22 May 2025
Recommended by customer in Cv8
 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
Everything went like clockwork

"Everything was great"
 
 
Team:
Jo in the office was great
 
 
 


Review 22 Feb 2025
Recommended by customer in CV8
 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
Down sizing from 5 bedroom to 3 bedroom property across town. No side access but patio doors from rear and front at old house. We added insurance, late key waiver and date change options in price paid.

"David Gilkes staff were so patient, understanding and helpful throughout our pre-move difficulties.

On move day the guys were punctual, friendly, informative and professional. They struggled with our large and heavy three seater sofa but persevered and got it out of the old house (over a garden wall) and into the new house - which was also a struggle.

The guys ensured everything was fully protected. They disconected and reconnected our 'white goods'. They double checked what was required and that everything was as it should be.

I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this company to everyone and we thank them for a great service."
 
 
Team:
All four guys that attended were great.
 
 
 


Review 18 Feb 2025
Recommended by customer in TR12
 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
Distance 300 Miles, 3 Day Move. excellent from start to finish. Prompt, Friendly & Efficent, nothing was too much trouble. From advice to Boxes & Bubble Wrap

"Prompt, Friendly & Efficent,
Not a single Brakage or Scratch on any item.
Completion Day is always Stressful.
The Team checked in with us in a reassuring way.

The Lorry was unpacked with speed & our new Home soon was filled. We were delighted with Paul & Jordon they made a Great Team

Thank You."
 
 
Team:
Office, Gill, Jo, Hannah. In The Van The Amazing Paul & Jordon
 
 
 


Review 11 Feb 2025
Recommended by customer in LE17
 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 9/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 9/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 9/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 9/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
SIX BED HOUSE ON THREE FLOORS. MOVE ALL LARGER ITEMS TO NEW HOUSE. NO PACKING.

"POLITE, HELPFUL PEOPLE. ALL SEEMED TO BE INTERESTED IN MAKING THE PROCESS AS STRESS FREE AS POSSIBLE."
 
 
 
   Business Reply:

Hi,

Thank you so much for your review, We're so glad to hear it all went well!

We aim to make everything as stress free as possible, so I'm pleased we did!

We hope you're settling in well.

All the best,
David Gilkes Removals
 


Review 11 Feb 2025
Recommended by customer in LE17
 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
Move 4 bed house Wimbledon to one bed flat in Rugby.

"Great service from start to finish, you made it easy thank you"
 
 
 
   Business Reply:

Hi Hollie,

Thank you so much for your kind review, we will be sure to pass this on to the team on your removal.

We hope you're settling inwell.

All the best,
David Gilkes Removals
 


Review 10 Feb 2025
Recommended by customer in SO41
 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
5 bed in Warwickshire to Hampshire.

"We’ve used Gilkes twice now and wouldn’t hesitate to use them again - friendly, helpful, efficient, careful and fairly priced. Highly recommended!"
 
 
 
   Business Reply:

Hi Jessica,

Thank you for your kind words, we hope you're settling in well and we will be sure to pass this on to the team.

All the best,
David Gilkes Removals
 


Review 10 Feb 2025
Recommended by customer in LA22
 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 9/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
Long distance complex removal requiring two 17.5 tonne trucks and a smaller unit together with pre-packing - Gilkes demonstrated true professionalism from start to finish and there is nothing further to add.

"Have already stated that Gilkes and their staff displayed true professionalism throughout the move - if there is an area for improvement it would be that where multiple days effort is required the personnel should ideally be the same as it is difficult to pick up exactly in respect of packing where the previous packer left off."
 
 
Team:
Obviously Matt and Paul - I did know the other guys as well at the time.
 
 
   Business Reply:

Hi Rod,

Thank you for your kind words, we hope you're settling in well and we will be sure to pass this on to the team.

Thank you for your note for improvement, we will take that into advisement. We do try to do this wherever possible, though it is not always possible due to prior commitments for the staff, holidays booked etc.

All the best,
David Gilkes Removals
 


Review 27 Jan 2025
Recommended by customer in CV21
 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
Downsizing from large family home.

"I thoroughly recommend this Company. From providing a competitive quote to the actual move, all the staff I had contact with were highly efficient, very helpful and clearly expert at what they do. A brilliant team, (which proved flexible when faced with unexpected challenges caused by others), supported by Managers who could always offer a Plan B, if required.

The support, advice and good humour throughout the moving process was very welcome and greatly reduced what can be a potentially stressful experience.

Thanks to all at David Gilkes & Sons Ltd."
 
 
Team:
All at David Gilkes & Sons Ltd
 
 
   Business Reply:

Hi Simon,

Thank you for your kind words, your move was certainly an interesting one! We're so glad everything went to plan and that you were happy with your service.

We hope you're settling in well and should you need anything else, your friends at David Gilkes will be more than happy to help.

All the best,
David Gilkes Removals
 


Review 22 Jan 2025
Recommended by customer in NN11
 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
we had a move date which we had planned with the Team, then 36hrs before we were due to vacate we had an issue with someone in the chain, we continued to move out as planned and took a small holiday let with just our essentials & the team managed to store our belongings for a few weeks whilst others caught up in the exchange process.

"We always knew that the team would possibly not be available when we finally had our move in date but fair play to them they bought half our stuff on the day then arranged to bring the remaining elements a few weeks later which was the 30th December cannot thank the Team at David Gilkes & Sons Ltd enough for the help & support they gave us throughout the move

We would happily recommend this company to anyone who is looking for help, support in the moving properties"
 
 
Team:
Chris & sorry I don't recall others involved names!
 
 
   Business Reply:

Hi Craig,

Thank you for your review. We're so pleased you're happy with your move and we will be sure to pass this on to the team!

We hope you're settling in well.

All the best,
David Gilkes Removals
 


Review 20 Jan 2025
Recommended by customer in CV23
 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
House and office move combined so lots to sort!

"We have used David Gilkes several times over the year because they provide such an excellent service from start to finish!

The whole process was very clearly explained from quotation to the actual move. The staff team were amazing with their flexibility regarding the move date,especially as there was a last minute change.

Everyone on the day worked incredibly hard, they were so professional and calm which helped alleviate the stress!

Couldn't have done it without them and if we move again...we will be back!!

Sending a huge thank you to all"
 
 
 
   Business Reply:

Hi Lorraine,

Thank you for your review and your kind words. We're so glad you are pleased with your service, and I have no doubt we will speak to you again soon!

All the best,
David Gilkes Removals
 

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