Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Removals & Storage Partner in Croydon
Established in 1930, F Smith and Son is a family-run removals and storage business serving Croydon, South London, and surrounding areas. With over 90 years of experience, we specialise in house removals, commercial relocations, European and international moves, and secure storage solutions. Our commitment to quality is evidenced by our membership of the British Association of Removers (BAR), adherence to the BSEN 12522 Quality Standard, and fully DBS-checked staff. We offer tailored service levels from basic transport to full packing/unpacking, supported by purpose-built vehicles and a modern containerised storage facility.Our team provides expert handling of fragile items, heavy goods, and specialist packing, with flexible add-ons like parking dispensations and export wrapping. Recognised for professionalism and reliability, we combine traditional values with modern practices to deliver stress-free moves for domestic and commercial clients.
Services
House Removals
Commercial Relocation
Storage Services
Packing Services
European Removals
International Removals
Containerised Storage
Self Storage
Office Relocation
Video Surveys
Details
- Year established: 1930
Highlights and features
- Family-run business with 90+ years of industry experience
- BAR membership guaranteeing professional standards and customer protection
- BSEN 12522 certified for quality removals processes
- Fully DBS-checked staff ensuring secure handling of belongings
- Tailored service levels from basic transport to full-service moves
Associations and certifications
- British Association of Removers (BAR)
- BSEN 12522
- DBS Checked
What people say
Exceptional service
Super friendly
No damage
Efficient team
Great value
Services
House Removals
Comprehensive house removals service covering local, national, and international relocations. Our trained team provides careful handling of belongings, vehicle transport, and optional packing/unpacking. Available in Bronze to Platinum packages with flexible add-ons for specialist items and heavy goods. Fully insured with MoveProtect coverage.
Commercial Relocation
End-to-end office relocation solutions for businesses of all sizes. Includes planning, packing, secure transport, and reassembly services. Specialised equipment handling and minimal-disruption scheduling available. Supported by purpose-built vehicles and experienced crews for efficient commercial transitions.
Storage Services
Short and long-term storage solutions in modern Croydon facilities. Options include containerised storage with minimal handling, self-storage units with flexible access, and commercial storage with 24/7 CCTV. Competitive rates with secure alarm systems and climate-controlled environments available.
Packing Services
Full or partial packing services using premium materials. Fragile-only or complete household packing available with expert wrapping techniques. Includes labelling system for room-specific organisation and optional export wrapping for international shipments. Available as standalone service or with removal packages.
European Removals
Specialist European relocation service with regular vehicle departures to major destinations. Full customs clearance assistance, door-to-door transport, and storage-in-transit options. Supported by international agent network for comprehensive coverage across popular migration routes and commercial corridors.
Questions
What services does F Smith and Son offer?
We provide house removals, commercial relocations, European/international moves, packing services, and secure storage solutions in Croydon and surrounding areas.
Are your staff DBS checked?
Yes, all our customer-facing staff undergo DBS checks and comprehensive training to ensure safe handling of your belongings.
Do you offer storage facilities?
We operate modern containerised and self-storage facilities in Croydon with 24/7 CCTV, alarm systems, and flexible rental periods.
Can you handle fragile items?
Yes, we specialise in packing and transporting fragile items using professional materials and techniques, including specialist crates for high-value goods.
What accreditations do you hold?
We are members of the British Association of Removers (BAR), hold BSEN 12522 certification, and participate in the BAR Advanced Payment Guarantee scheme.
Do you provide quotes online?
Yes, we offer video surveys and online quotes through our website, with flexible booking options before confirmed moving dates.
Reviews (4)
Ruxandra Lapusneanu
Jan 09, 2022
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Ive had a storage open here for about a year and a half. Needed to come a few times to pick up various things. The staff is amazing, super friendly, helpful, professional. If I ever need storage again, I would go out of my way to use them!
Ive had a storage open here for about a year and a half. Needed to come a few times to pick up various things. The staff is amazing, super friendly, helpful, professional. If I ever need storage again, I would go out of my way to use them!
Fabio Goriup
Dec 14, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Everything was done professionally, efficiently and at a good price. Couldn't fault their service even though I repeatedly changed the moving date.
Everything was done professionally, efficiently and at a good price. Couldn't fault their service even though I repeatedly changed the moving date.
HappyShopper
Nov 21, 2021
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We were moving quite a distance, but all went to plan. The packers the day before were professional and efficient (and patient when I needed something out of one of the packed boxes) and we had plenty of people to load the van on moving day. The only item that was broken was completely my fault when I was unpacking. I would 100% recommend them.
Rosemary Earl
Nov 07, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
F Smith provided a very helpful and friendly service throughout the removal process. All staff who we came into contact with represented the company very professionally.
F Smith provided a very helpful and friendly service throughout the removal process. All staff who we came into contact with represented the company very professionally.
