Hackworthy's is a family-owned business, established in 1972. Now run by second and third generation family members, we've grown to be one of the largest independent removal companies in the South West. Founded by Ron Hackworthy, the company was originally set up as a parcel carrier firm but soon diversified into moving new furniture and from there to carrying out removals.
The business quickly took off and in 1976 we took over the lease of a warehouse in Prince Rock, Plymouth, which we eventually purchased. Ron's son Reg and his wife Ruth took over in 1991. They developed the business, winning national and local contracts for removals and distribution, and by 1998 we decided to expand into the self-storage market.
The business quickly took off and in 1976 we took over the lease of a warehouse in Prince Rock, Plymouth, which we eventually purchased. Ron's son Reg and his wife Ruth took over in 1991. They developed the business, winning national and local contracts for removals and distribution, and by 1998 we decided to expand into the self-storage market.
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When you trust us to move your precious possessions you can relax knowing you're in the safest of hands. We'll take care of everything for you. We've been moving people and businesses for over forty years, so we know how important your next move will be. Our aim is to provide a first class removal service from start to finish and we'll do all we can to make your move as stress-free as possible.
We are a family run, locally based company and one of the South Wests leading independent removal companies. For over 40 years we have been carrying out local, national and overseas relocations for personal and business clients. Great emphasis is put on customer satisfaction. We know that choosing a removal company can be a headache and that's why at Hackworthys our aim is to make the choice easy for you.
We aim to provide exceptional value for each of our customers by offering professional and helpful support before, during, and after each removal. If you have questions about your removal please feel free to give us a call there is always someone in our office who's able to answer questions or offer advice.
If you're planning on doing your own packing, we advise you start two weeks before your move. Use this opportunity to de-clutter and get rid of items you don't need or use anymore. You can find more info on where you can take your unwanted goods to be recycled or reused on our Unwanted Items page. Label your cardboard boxes as you pack them, including the location or room where they need to go.
Moving home can be a big step, and it's only natural that you'll have questions about how the moving process works. If there's anything you'd like to know that's not covered here, or you'd like to talk to us about your move, just give us a call. Moving can be both emotionally and physically draining.
Reviews (11)
Nigel Brown
Oct 29, 2021
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Lisa Wills
Jul 19, 2021
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Merely adequate.
The men sent to remove our things from our old home and then into storage were friendly - hence the 2 stars.
The office staff were the total opposite and dismissive.
They were also very expensive.
We were told we'd have to wait over 3 weeks to have them deliver our belongings to our new address - at our expense as our things were in their storage - hence I found another removal company who did it the same week, with excellent service and a third of the price.
I would not recommend them or use them again - sorry removal boys - not your fault!
The men sent to remove our things from our old home and then into storage were friendly - hence the 2 stars.
The office staff were the total opposite and dismissive.
They were also very expensive.
We were told we'd have to wait over 3 weeks to have them deliver our belongings to our new address - at our expense as our things were in their storage - hence I found another removal company who did it the same week, with excellent service and a third of the price.
I would not recommend them or use them again - sorry removal boys - not your fault!
Jerry House
Feb 12, 2021
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Great service, the three guys Aaron,Corey and Paul were a credit to the company they work for. They were excellent in moving us to day, turned up on time and loaded the van with nothing to much for them. Unloaded the other end again with pure professionalism again nothing to much trouble and once unloaded again asked if we wanted anything repositioning Would definitely use Hackworthy again and again, A1 service
Carole Davison
Dec 26, 2020
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How would you feel if a removal company arrived in your road (a single track) and started packing the homeowner's belongings into boxes whilst they continued to block your road for the four days it took. Rejecting suggestions that they could pack and store the boxes and bring the lorry to the address at the end of each day. Would that be an ok scenario? I don't think so. The Manager was not at all interested in any objections and for that I rate him less than 1 star. Not to mention the rudeness of the staff!
Anna Reid
Dec 13, 2020
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Les Bristow
Jul 10, 2020
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D. K. Happy
Nov 28, 2019
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They ripped me off by £800 they asked me to give my credit card details. I said there is no point I do not have my moving date from my solicitor yet. They replied we won't use it it is only on standby incas you want to use us. It's a credit card we can't take your money if we did you would get it back. I was foolish to believe them I did give them my number but said I wasn't that happy to go with them as they never even came to my home. They just asked what have other companies said you need? Right after I felt it was wrong. I called the bank they said they had taken over £1000 from my credit
Simon Stevenson
Jan 19, 2018
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I advise potential customers to steer well clear of this company. I bought a sofa from Dingles,Plymouth and Dingles use this company as a delivery agent. In brief the company promised phone calls that weren't returned , promised on or before delivery times were not met without explanation or update and when querying this with the company I was told on different occasions that not one of their staff would have either promised a return call or an on or before delivery time ( implying that I was lying). Shocking customer service and would have rated a zero if I had the opportunity.
Caitlyn Louise Kent
Oct 28, 2017
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Paula Glossop Williams
Aug 25, 2015
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Adam Short
Aug 20, 2015
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