Professional Home Unpacking in London: What to Expect
Moving in? We unpack, organise and set up simple systems.
Moving day is intense. Even when the removals team is great, you can still end up with boxes everywhere and no real setup — just piles on surfaces and the feeling that you’re “living around the move”.
That’s where professional home unpacking helps. It’s practical, fast, and focused on getting your home functioning properly from day one.
What “professional home unpacking” actually means
Professional unpacking isn’t just opening boxes. It’s unpacking + organising + setting up simple systems so you can use your home straight away.
A good professional unpack includes things like:
Unpacking room by room (not “everything everywhere”)
Putting items away into cupboards and drawers (not just on countertops)
Creating logical zones (kitchen, pantry, bathroom, laundry, paperwork)
Organising wardrobes by category so you can actually find things
Light wiping/cleaning as we go before items are put away
How it’s different from removal-company “unpacking”
Many removal companies will place boxes in rooms and, if you pay extra, may unbox and leave items on flat surfaces. That can be helpful — but it usually doesn’t include organisation, layout decisions, or storage systems.
Professional unpacking is for when you want:
cupboards set up properly
wardrobes that work
bathrooms and utility storage sorted
fewer “temporary piles” that become permanent
When professional unpacking is worth it
Professional unpacking is especially useful if:
You’re downsizing and storage needs careful planning
You’re moving in later life and want the new home to feel safe and settled
You’re a busy family and can’t face weeks of boxes
You’re relocating and need the home working quickly (school/work routines)
You’ve had renovation work and want a clean reset
How long it takes (and what to book)
Most people don’t need “everything perfect” on day one — they need the key spaces done so life can start.
A simple way to think about it:
1 day: key rooms (usually kitchen + main bedroom)
2–4 days: broader set-up depending on home size and how much organising is needed
If you’re unsure, start with one day focused on the areas that make the biggest difference.
How to prepare so unpacking runs smoothly
If you want the best results, do these before the team arrives:
Ask removals to label boxes by room (and “fragile” clearly)
Have a rough furniture plan (even if it’s simple)
Put aside an essentials box (meds, chargers, kettle/tea, bedding, toiletries)
Keep “not coming into the new home” items separate (charity/auction/storage)
Where EDIT fits in
At EDIT LONDON, I support clients with the bigger picture — downsizing, decluttering, floorplanning, coordinating auctions/charity/clearance, and move-day coordination.
For unpacking, I work with my sister company Settle in Style, who specialise in professional home unpacking and organising across London.
That combination works well because it joins up the whole move: fewer boxes, better decisions before the move, and a calm, organised home afterwards.
Want help getting settled?
If you’re planning a move and want support that’s calm and practical (before and after moving day), you can book a consultation and we’ll map out what help makes sense — whether that’s downsizing sessions, floorplanning, or professional unpacking.