Man and Van Leicester | Slick Removals of Leicestershire

We use a medium-wheelbase Vauxhall Movano with custom lashing points that fits in standard parking spaces and can park on driveways
without blocking the road. 

This matters because larger vans often have to stop work and move for passing traffic—wasting your time and money on the hourly rate. With side and rear access doors, we load from the closest point to your property for maximum efficiency.

We bring specialist equipment. Our heavy-duty piano dolly safely moves pianos, washing 

machines, and furniture up to 900kg. 

Our professional folding sack truck handles loads up to 200kg and converts to a two-person system for stairs. We also use shoulder dolly lifting straps for safe handling of heavy items, plus furniture assembly tools, protective blankets, 

heavy-duty straps, and roof bars for awkward items like ladders. 

All equipment included at no extra charge.

We carry Goods in transit and public liability cover

📇Slick Removals is a fully registered limited company established in 2017, based at 56 Blaby Road, South Wigston, Leicester LE18 4SD.
We started by selling and delivering glass furniture across England,
Wales, and Scotland. 

Since 2021, we have focused on
professional man and van removal services in Leicester and Leicestershire. 

Our years of experience delivering fragile glass
furniture and heavy sideboards means we know how to handle fragile
items with care.

We maintain exceptional ratings across all major review platforms. 

Our Google Business rating is 5.0 out of 5 with 465 customer reviews. On Checkatrade, we score 9.88 out of 10 with 65 verified reviews. Trustpilot shows 4.9 out of 5 stars with 227 reviews, and Facebook shows 100 percent recommendation rate. This reputation
is built on hundreds of successful removals throughout Leicester, Loughborough, Hinckley, Market Harborough, and across Leicestershire.

Our lead mover is DBS-checked (Disclosure and Barring Service),
providing you with peace of mind when we enter your home. 

We carry full goods in transit insurance and public liability insurance. Your belongings are protected from collection to delivery
throughout Leicester and Leicestershire. Our insurance covers your
items during the move, your property from damage, and third parties
during transit.

Slick Removals is owner-operated and based in South Wigston since 2017. You speak directly with us, and we personally handle
your move. 

As a local Leicester business, we know the area's narrow streets, parking challenges, and residential layouts. We understand
Leicester's terraced housing, multi-floor flats, and restricted parking zones.

Our hourly rates across Leicestershire are £67 per hour for one-man service and £87 per
hour for two-man service. Time starts when we arrive at your pickup
location and stops when everything is in place at your destination. 

Multiple trips within Leicestershire are included at no extra charge. 

All professional moving equipment is included in the hourly rate. 

There are no surprise fees or hidden charges. 

The minimum chargeable time within Leicester and the nearby surrounding areas is one hour. For further out areas such Loughborough and Coalville the minimum chargeable time is two hours.

Based on typical move times with our two-person team (£87/hour):

• 1-bedroom flat: 2-3 hours (£174-£261)

• 2-bedroom house: 3-4 hours (£261-£348)

• 3-bedroom house: 4-6 hours (£348-£522)

• 4-bedroom house: 6-8 hours (£522-£696)

These are estimates only. Actual time depends on:

✓ How much inventory you have

✓ How well-packed you are

✓ Property access (stairs, parking distance)

✓ Distance between pickup and delivery

✓ Amount of furniture requiring disassembly

You pay only for actual time worked - billed in 5-minute increments after the minimum charge.

A slick experience from start to finish. The communication from Haji was prompt, priced very reasonably and the care with which the relocation was carried out was extremely professional and very promptly. 

I would not hesitate recommending this company to others and I daresay I'll be using them for any future removal/relocation needs.

Reviewer: Adnan A LE2 3YS

Location: LE2, Leicester 

Date: December 6th, 2025

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Our Notes: High-Volume Storage Relocation (Shurgard Leicester to Knighton)

​Quick Stats:

​Service: 2-Man Removal Team + Family Assistance (Hybrid Move)

​Inventory: 90 Boxes, Heavy Super-King Mattress, 2 Beds, Armchair, height adjusting office desk and more.

​Total Time: 2.5 Hours (Includes loading, transit, and unloading).

​Efficiency: Ground-floor access at Shurgard Leicester (no lift delays).

​The Details: Logistically, this was an ideal storage relocation. The customer had a ground-floor unit on the lower level of Shurgard Leicester, which significantly increased our speed as there was no need to wait for or navigate lifts. 

This allowed us to move a high volume of items—including a massively heavy Super-King mattress and 90 boxes—directly to the van.

​The "Hybrid" Efficiency: To maximize efficiency the customer and a family member assisted at the delivery point in Knighton. 

By forming a 4-man chain, we were able to shuttle boxes and furniture into the property at double the speed. 

This teamwork, combined with the easy-access unit, meant we completed the entire relocation (including all transit time) in just 2.5 hours.

​The Result: While traditional removal firms often quote a full day for a 90-box move, our transparent hourly approach meant the customer only paid for the actual time used from the start of the job to completion. 

By leveraging the ground-floor access and the "Hybrid Move" strategy, the final bill was hundreds of pounds cheaper than a typical fixed-price removal quote.

Excellent attention to detail. Help to get a large American fridge freezer into my home. 5 star review.

Reviewer: Sarah

Location: DE11

Date: September 2025

Our Notes: The American Fridge Freezer Rescue (Swadlincote, DE11)
​Location: Swadlincote (DE11)
​Service: Specialist Appliance Maneuvering & Door Removal
​Challenge: Tight alleyway angles, restricted front door, and 90-degree internal turns.
​Highlight: Using Shoulder Dolly straps to succeed where traditional delivery teams failed.
​The Details: We received an urgent call on a Friday afternoon from a customer in Swadlincote. 

A delivery company had attempted to bring an American-style fridge freezer through a side alleyway but abandoned the job when the angle into the back garden became too tight. 

The appliance was left stranded, blocking the path.

​The Technical Solution: We first utilized our Wolfcraft TS1500 sack truck and an endless bison strap to safely move the unit back to the front driveway. 

Our initial plan was to take the appliance doors off and enter through the front, but we discovered the front door was obstructed and the kitchen entrance sat at a sharp 90-degree angle to the narrow hallway.

​Expert Maneuvering: Recognizing the interior route was impossible, we headed back to the narrow alleyway. Because the angle was too sharp for a wheeled truck, we switched to Shoulder Dolly moving straps. 

This allowed our 2-man team to carry the weight while maintaining a slim profile, successfully navigating the garden gate. 

We entered through the rear patio doors, refitted the fridge doors, and completed the installation.

I hired a 2 man team for a house and storage box removal. Everything moved quickly and transported safely. No damage. Great, friendly service.

Reviewer: Matthew 

Location: Market Harborough (LE16)

Date: November 2025

Our Notes: Efficient 3-Storey House Move & Heavy Garden Logistics (Market Harborough, LE16)

• Location: Market Harborough (LE16)
• Service: 2-Man Team | House to Storage & House Relocation
• Challenge: Limited street parking and oversized garden equipment.
• Highlight: Utilizing roof rails for 4m+ ladders and specialized trucks for heavy planters.
• The Details: This move involved transitioning a customer from a 3-storey property to a 3-bedroom house. The client was exceptionally well-prepared, having dismantled all furniture and moved items to the ground floor. This preparation allowed our team to focus on the high-skill aspects of the load: secure stacking and technical maneuvering.
• The Parking Advantage: Parking in Market Harborough can be notoriously difficult. The customer managed to reserve a space using bins, but it was only just large enough for our L2H2 Medium Wheelbase van. A larger 3.5t Luton or 7.5t truck would have been forced to park on the opposite side of the road, creating a traffic obstruction and significantly increasing the "carry distance" (and risk) for the crew. Our van's compact footprint allowed us to park directly at the threshold.
• Technical Equipment: We solved two major "non-standard" item issues. First, we safely secured a very long extension ladder to our external roof rails, an item the customer thought would have to be left behind. Second, for a collection of large, heavy ceramic plant pots, we utilized our Wolfcraft TS1500 sack truck. This specialized cart features a curved backplate designed specifically for round objects, allowing us to move heavy garden features safely without risk of breakage or injury

They assisted with all the heavy lifting and they were very careful not scratch or damage anything. I would definitely recommend them.

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Location: Loughborough (LE11)

Date: 22/07/25

Our Notes: Complex Student Relocation & Multi-Load Efficiency (Loughborough, LE11)

​Quick Stats:
​Location: Loughborough (LE11)
​Service: 2-Man Student Move + Secondary Friend's Move
​Policy: 2-Hour Minimum for Outlying Towns (Loughborough, Melton, Harborough)
​Highlight: Maximizing the 2-hour window to help two customers for the price of one.

​The Details: For moves in Loughborough (LE11) and other outlying towns, we apply a 2-hour minimum booking. 

This student move involved a pickup from an easy ground-floor location, but the delivery point presented several "geometry" challenges common in town-centre flats. 

The front door was obstructed by a meterbox, and the internal staircase was offset from the entry.

​Technical Maneuvering: To deliver a heavy sideboard, our team had to lift it on its side, navigate the restricted door opening, and "cycle" the door (closing it while inside) to gain enough clearance to reach the stairs. We then carried the item up a steep flight of stairs and maneuvered it around a narrow landing obstructed by a radiator.

​The "Slick" Value: Because we reached the 1-hour mark with the first move completed, and knowing the customer was paying the 2-hour outlying town minimum, we looked for a way to add extra value. We assisted the client’s friend—who was moving into the same building—by loading and delivering their belongings within the same timeframe. Both students were moved safely for the cost of a single booking.

Fantastic service! They carried out a full house clearance in Leicester and managed to clear the entire place in just one day, really impressive. 

Communication for booking and organising everything was also great, quick and straightforward. Both were polite, helpful, and nothing was too much trouble. They just got on with the job efficiently and without any fuss. I can see why they’re so highly rated, I’d definitely recommend them to anyone needing a house clearance in Leicester or the surrounding area.

Our Notes: Systematic Full House Clearance (Leicester)

• Quick Stats: 
  • Service: Full Property Clearance
  • Duration: Completed in a single day
  • Process: Sorting, Donation, Recycling, and Disposal
  • Highlight: Professional moving techniques used to protect the property.

• The Details: House clearances can often be high-pressure, but this job in Leicester was completed quickly and efficiently. The customers had already removed all personal effects, leaving us to handle the furniture. Because the property was "pre-sorted," we were able to focus entirely on the heavy lifting and logistical sorting.

• The "Slick" Advantage: Unlike standard waste teams, we are primarily professional movers. This means we applied our furniture-handling skills to ensure that every item was removed without damaging the floors or scuffing the walls.

• The Result: We utilized a tiered sorting process: identifying items for charity donation, separating materials for recycling, and only taking the unusable remains to the tip. This systematic approach allowed us to clear the entire property in just one day, leaving the space clean and ready for its next purpose.

Excellent service getting a large sofa disposed of. Replied quickly and helpfully to messages on WhatsApp to make arrangements. Men (& van) were clean and professional-looking, friendly, and very careful getting the sofa out, which was quite an awkward (and athletic!) procedure, and caused no damage to anything. 

They suggested seeing if a charity shop would want the sofa rather than taking it to the tip, which was nice.

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Our Notes: Professional Sofa Removal & Ethical Disposal (Glenfield, LE3)

​Quick Stats:

​Location: Glenfield (LE3), Leicester

​Service: Large Item Removal & Disposal

​Item: Heavy, Long 3-Seater Sofa

​Final Destination: Age UK (Gypsum Close) or T. Watts (Disposal)

​Highlight: Expert maneuvering through "offset" front doors.

​The Details: Many residents in the Glenfield/LE3 area consider council collection, but that requires you to lift the item outside yourself and keep it dry—a major risk for back injury or property damage. 

For this job, we handled a heavy 3-seater leathersofa that required "athletic" maneuvering: out of the living room, around a staircase, and through two front doors that were slightly offset from each other.

​The "Slick" Process: Because the sofa had its legal fire labels intact, we didn't just head to the tip. 

We informed the customer that we would check with Age UK at Gypsum Close first to see if they would accept it as a donation. 

Our policy is to prioritize reuse whenever possible; we only proceed to T. Watts for responsible disposal if the charity rejects the item. 

This ensures the most eco-friendly outcome for every piece of furniture we handle in Leicester.

We used slick removals for a last minute waste collection on some items we needed gone quickly. They were very quick to respond, very competitively priced and very professional. I would highly recommend them to anyone.

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Our Notes: Contactless Weekend Waste Removal (Leicester)

​Quick Stats:

​Service: 1-Man Waste Collection

​Type: Post-move furniture disposal

​Timing: Weekend service

​Highlight: Fully contactless; no customer presence required.

​The Details: This job was for a customer who had already moved out and had several pieces of unwanted furniture left over. 

Because the items were left outside the property, we were able to provide a completely contactless service. 

This is a perfect solution for clients who have already relocated and don't want the hassle of traveling back to the property.

​The Process: The customer secured their weekend slot with a £50 deposit via bank transfer. 

Our driver arrived as a one-man service and handled the loading of the items. Once the job was completed and the area was clear, we sent the customer a video as proof of completion. 

The final balance was settled via bank transfer. This streamlined, digital approach provides total peace of mind and convenience for our clients.

I’ve used Slick Removals several times and I’ve never had any problems with them. They pack the van to get as much in as possible whilst ensuring that all belongs are taken great care of. They are polite and courteous and don’t waste any time in packing and unloading their van. I will continue to use them in the future as I have a few more things to move and would definitely recommend them.

Reviewer: Lo

Location: LE18, Wigston 

Date: 18 August 2025

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Our Notes: Sequential Move and Professional Van Packing (Wigston/LE18)
​Quick Stats:

​Service: 2-Man Man and Van (Staged Move)

​Location: Wigston (LE18)

​Inventory: Garage full of pre-packed boxes and furniture

​Highlight: Expert

​The Details: This customer was moving out over a period of time, and our first task was emptying a garage filled with pre-packed items. 

Because the load consisted mostly of boxes, the client was particularly impressed by how much volume we were able to safely fit into a single van load.

​The Science of Packing: Stacking a van properly is a technical skill. We follow a strict protocol where heavy, bulky items go to the bottom to create a stable base, with lighter items placed on top to prevent crushing. We focus on filling every available gap to maximize the value of the hourly rate. 

To ensure nothing moves during transit, we utilize heavy-duty bungee cords and to secure the load. This prevents the "shifting" that often leads to damage in less professional moves. Being based in South Wigston, we were happy to provide this high-level packing expertise to a local neighbor.

I recently used the Slick removals man-with-a-van service for my move from Loughborough to Nottingham, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. The driver arrived right on time, handled all my furniture and boxes with great care, and loaded everything quickly and efficiently. The journey was smooth, and all my belongings arrived in perfect condition. The pricing was fair, and the whole process was stress-free from start to finish. I’d definitely recommend this service to anyone looking for a reliable and professional moving option.

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Location: LE12, Quorn 

Date: 16 August 2025

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Our Notes: One-Man "Hybrid" Move (Quorn to Nottingham)

​Quick Stats:
​Service: 1-Man Man and Van (£57/hr)

​Route: Quorn (LE12) ➔ Nottingham

​Property: 1st Floor Flat to 3-Storey House
​Billing: Static call-out fee + Hourly rate (Includes drive time)

​The Details: This move from Quorn to Nottingham was a specialized furniture-only relocation. The customer had already moved the smaller items and chose our one-man service for the heavy lifting. 

Since furniture requires two people, the customer helped with the lifting at both ends to keep costs down.

​How the Billing Worked: We charged a small static call-out fee (£100) to cover the initial fuel and travel to the site. The hourly clock started the moment we arrived at the 1st-floor flat in Quorn and remained running during the drive to Nottingham and the unloading process. The clock only stopped once the final item was placed in the new 3-storey home. This ensures a simple, transparent bill where the customer pays for the exact duration of the move, including the transit time between addresses.

Excellent service and very professional. Helped move many heavy and large items in northampton. Carefully done and worked tirelessly all day. I'd highly recommend them to anyone. Thank you very much guys.

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Location: NN1, Northamptonshire 

Date: 3 August 2025

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Our Notes: Duplex Apartment to 7-Bedroom House Relocation (Northampton NN1)

​The Move: Relocating a household from a 1st-floor duplex apartment to a substantial 3-storey, 7-bedroom property in Northamptonshire.

​The Challenge: Moving furniture from a first-floor duplex requires significant stamina and expert loading. 

The destination was a large 3-storey house, meaning our team had to navigate multiple flights of stairs throughout the day while handling heavy, high-value items.

​Our Solution: While the customer handled the smaller items, we took on the "heavy lifting"—moving all large furniture and a full vanload of boxes. 

Despite the scale of the 7-bedroom home and the distance from our Leicester base, we worked tirelessly to ensure everything was placed exactly where the client wanted it.

​Regional Coverage: While we are Leicester-based, this move highlights our ability to serve surrounding counties including Northamptonshire, Warwickshire, and Lincolnshire for larger residential moves.

A brilliant service. Fast and efficient and friendly. Charges by the hour =£200. Another company quoted me £800!!! Wholeheartedly recommended

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Location: LE2, Leicester
Date: December 17th, 2025

Our Notes: Ground Floor Flat to 2-Bed House (Knighton/LE2)

​Quick Stats:
​Service: 2-Man Removal Team

​Inventory: Full furniture + Electric Piano

​Access Challenges: Tight bollards + Low-hanging branches

​Financials: £217.50 (Our Final Bill) vs. £800 (Fixed Quote from another company)

​The Details: This Knighton move involved a ground-floor flat with a full furniture set, including a heavy electric piano. The challenge was at the delivery property, which featured an extremely narrow entrance with tight bollards.
​The "Right-Sized" Advantage: Most traditional "low loader" removal trucks or standard Luton vans would have been unable to pass the bollards. Furthermore, low-hanging branches stretched across the gap—a major hazard for the plastic roofs common on larger removal vans.
​Efficiency in Action: Because we use a medium-wheelbase Vauxhall Movano, we navigated the bollards and passed safely under the branches without risk of damage. We were able to reverse directly to the front door, while a larger vehicle would have been forced to park outside the court. This saved the customer hours of "long-carry" labor costs, resulting in a quick move and a final bill that was 70% cheaper than the fixed-price quotes they received elsewhere.