What Affects the Cost of Removals in Dundee? A Complete Guide
Volume, access, distance, dates and extra services: understand what goes into a removal quote in Dundee and how to keep your moving costs down.
Read MoreDundee is home to two universities and thousands of students, which means every summer and every September the city is full of people moving between halls, flats and family homes. If you are planning a student move in Dundee, this guide covers how to move on a budget, what to do with your things over summer, and how to avoid the end-of-tenancy rush.
When do most students move in Dundee?
Student moves cluster around a few key dates:
- Late May and June – the end of the academic year and the end of most hall contracts.
- Late August and September – the start of new tenancies and the new semester.
- The end of each month – when private flat tenancies begin and end.
These dates book up quickly, so arrange your move as soon as you know your dates. Moving a few days before or after the peak can make booking much easier.
Moving out of halls
Most students arrive with a suitcase and leave with a carload of extra things. Before you move out of halls:
- Check your move-out date and time, and what condition your room needs to be in.
- Sort your belongings into keep, store, donate and bin. Many universities run donation drives at the end of term.
- Get boxes early, because supermarkets and campus shops run out at the end of term.
- Book transport for anything that will not fit in a car or on the bus.
Moving between student flats
A move from one flat to another across Dundee, perhaps from the West End to the city centre, is usually a small, quick job. A single item or small removal service is ideal for a bed, a desk, a bookcase and a few boxes, and it is far easier than borrowing a car and making ten trips.
If you are moving into a tenement flat, let your removal company know about the stairs. It makes a difference to how many people are needed to carry a mattress or a sofa up to the third floor.
What to do with your things over summer
If you are going home for the summer, or abroad, you do not need to take everything with you. Student storage lets you store your boxes, bike and furniture safely in Dundee over the summer and have them delivered to your new flat in September. It is often cheaper than transporting everything home and back again, and it saves you from cramming your room into the family car.
Sharing a van with flatmates
Moving at the same time as your flatmates? Booking one van for the whole flat and splitting the cost is one of the cheapest ways to move. Make a list of who owns what, label boxes with names, and agree the drop-off order if you are moving to different addresses.
Student moving checklist
- Give notice to your landlord or halls in writing.
- Take photos of your room or flat when you move out to protect your deposit.
- Return keys and fobs on time.
- Update your address with your university, bank, GP and the electoral register.
- Cancel or transfer broadband and utilities in a private flat.
- Book your van or storage early for peak dates.
International students moving to or from Dundee
Arriving in Dundee for the first time? We can collect furniture you buy second-hand, bring your boxes from storage, or help you move from temporary accommodation into your flat. Leaving at the end of your course? We can help clear your flat and take anything you are not shipping home to recycling or disposal.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a student move cost in Dundee?
Small student moves within Dundee are among the most affordable jobs we do, because the volume is small and the distance is short. The cost depends on how much you have and the access at both ends. See our guide to what affects removal costs, or get a free quote.
Can you move just a few boxes and a bike?
Yes. There is no move too small. Our single item removals service is perfect for small loads.
Can I store my things over the summer?
Yes. Our storage solutions are flexible, so you can store your belongings for the summer and have them delivered to your new address when you return.
Book your student move early
End-of-term dates fill up fast. Request your free quote from Dundee Removals today. Tell us your dates, your addresses and what you are moving, and we will make your student move simple and affordable.
