Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Removal & Storage Solutions in Leeds
Established in 1968, McCarthy's Removals & Storage has built a reputation as Yorkshire's largest privately owned removals and storage company. As a family business transformed into an Employee Ownership Trust in 2021, we ensure every team member shares a personal stake in delivering exceptional service. Our expertise spans home and international removals, business relocations, secure storage solutions, document management, and professional shredding services. With over 50 years of experience, we combine traditional values with modern methodologies, including Move Protect extended liability coverage and barcode tracking technology.Recognised for excellence through industry awards, our fully trained staff prioritise meticulous planning and execution to guarantee stress-free moves. Customer testimonials consistently highlight our reliability, professionalism, and commitment to protecting belongings throughout the relocation process. We maintain British Standards Quality BSEN:12522 certification and membership in the British Association of Removers, underscoring our dedication to maintaining the highest industry standards while adapting to evolving customer needs.
Services
Home Removals
International Removals
Business Removals
Self Storage
Document Management
Shredding Services
Man & Van Service
Office Relocation
IT Relocation
Storage Units
Details
- Year established: 1968
Highlights and features
- Over 50 years of experience in removals and storage
- Employee-Owned Trust ensuring personal stake in customer satisfaction
- Award-winning service with Extended Liability Protection
- Secure document storage with barcode tracking technology
- Flexible and affordable solutions for moves of any size
Associations and certifications
- British Standards Quality BSEN: 12522
- British Association of Removers (B.A.R)
- BS:8522 for Business Moving and Storage
What people say
Fantastic job
Professional service
Stress-free experience
Highly recommend
Excellent service
Services
Home Removals
Professional home removals service covering local, national, and international moves. Our fully trained staff provide comprehensive packing, transportation, and unpacking assistance with optional Move Protect coverage. We handle properties of all sizes from single rooms to large estates, offering flexible scheduling to suit individual requirements. Our 50+ years of experience ensures efficient handling of fragile items and complex access situations.
International Removals
Specialist international relocation service with expertise in global logistics and customs compliance. We manage door-to-door moves across continents including Australia, New Zealand, USA, and UAE. Our team handles documentation, import regulations, and insurance requirements while providing tailored packing solutions for long-distance transport. With decades of experience, we ensure seamless transitions for both personal and corporate relocations.
Self Storage
Secure self-storage facilities available in multiple Yorkshire locations with sizes ranging from locker spaces to double garage equivalents. Our climate-controlled units feature 24/7 CCTV monitoring and controlled access. Customers benefit from flexible rental periods, packing material sales, and optional delivery/collection services. Ideal for house moves, business storage, or seasonal item storage with easy access during extended opening hours.
Document Management
Comprehensive document storage and management system with barcode tracking technology. We offer secure storage, retrieval, and disposal services for business records with flexible access options. Our Leeds-based facility provides next-day document delivery while maintaining strict chain-of-custody protocols. Additional services include IT recycling and confidential shredding with certification for regulatory compliance.
Shredding Services
Secure shredding solutions for both domestic and commercial clients across Yorkshire. Our NAID-accredited service includes on-site and off-site destruction with chain-of-custody documentation. We provide secure sacks and wheelie bins for document collection alongside scheduled service options. All destroyed materials are recycled into toilet tissue through our environmentally responsible disposal process.
Questions
What services does McCarthy's Removals & Storage offer?
We provide home and international removals, business relocations, self-storage units, document management, shredding services, and man & van transport solutions across Yorkshire and internationally.
What makes McCarthy's an employee-owned business?
Since 2021, we've operated as an Employee Ownership Trust, meaning all staff have a personal stake in maintaining our high service standards and customer satisfaction.
Do you handle international moves?
Yes, we've specialised in international removals since 1968 with expertise in customs regulations and overseas logistics across destinations like Australia, UAE, and North America.
What security measures protect stored items?
Our storage facilities feature 24/7 CCTV monitoring, intruder alarms linked to emergency services, and secure access protocols to ensure complete protection for stored belongings.
Can I track stored documents?
Yes, our barcode tracking system allows instant location of stored documents with next-day or urgent retrieval options available for business clients.
Reviews (7)
Ivona Hamilton
Oct 20, 2021
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Very nice place. Vicky was very nice and helpful but sadly she couldn't accommodate my needs because storage size I need it was not available.
Siobhan Winstanley
May 30, 2021
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Fantastic service. One phone call had me sorted with the right room, insurance and a removal number.
Damion Crombie
Apr 20, 2021
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Long term business customer for 3+ years - storing inventory and managing daily business activities. Very happy here with the help and ongoing support from Joe and the team over the years including Wendy & Paul, always a professional attitude and consistent help to accommodate me with short notice and long terms needs/requests that have helped to grow business. My short notice/long terms requests include - reception parcel drop off for courier collection (safe and secure with CCTV on reception), storage unit upscale support with speedy responses/quotes/viewings and upcoming availability notification
David Sargent
Feb 24, 2021
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Used McCarthy's during a house move. They had a good range of storage units available and I was impressed with the cleanliness and security of the whole site. All the staff were very helpful and I would happily use them again. Definite recommendation.
Service:Self storage
Service:Self storage
Mike Spencer
Sep 23, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
Parking on site and great local service from Joe. Always shop local where i can and this place offeres great value and service.
Parking on site and great local service from Joe. Always shop local where i can and this place offeres great value and service.
Barry Brindley
Jul 19, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness
Very friendly and efficient staff. Even during Covid they have gone out of their way to provide materials and boxes in a safe and timely manner. Our charity, The Zikomo Trust, has been able to function with the support of staff at Wakefield - thank you!
Very friendly and efficient staff. Even during Covid they have gone out of their way to provide materials and boxes in a safe and timely manner. Our charity, The Zikomo Trust, has been able to function with the support of staff at Wakefield - thank you!
Janet Olivant
Jul 10, 2020
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Fantastic service from friendly and very helpful staff. The 8 week half price offer is brilliant. The units are dry and secure, with access 24/7 if required. Wendy was super helpful and went out of her way to make things easy for us. Would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending this firm.
