Professional Antique Moving Services in Oxford

Yes, we provide comprehensive insurance coverage specifically designed for antiques and fine art. Our policies cover the full declared value of your items during transportation, and we can arrange additional coverage for extremely high-value pieces. We also provide detailed documentation and photographic records for insurance purposes.

Our team has extensive experience with Oxford's unique challenges including narrow medieval streets, college access restrictions, and historic building requirements. We conduct advance route planning, coordinate with building management, and use appropriately sized vehicles with specialist equipment for tight access situations.

We provide comprehensive documentation including detailed inventory lists, condition reports with photographs, packing specifications, insurance certificates, and transport records. This documentation is essential for insurance claims, customs (for international moves), and maintaining proper collection records.

Yes, we coordinate international antique shipments including customs documentation, export permits, and specialist international carriers. We handle all paperwork requirements and ensure proper packaging for long-distance transportation while maintaining climate control and security.

While we don't provide formal valuations, we work closely with certified appraisers and can coordinate valuation services as part of the moving process. We also maintain detailed condition records and can provide supporting documentation for insurance and valuation purposes.

For complex antique moves, we recommend booking 2-3 weeks in advance to allow time for proper planning, insurance arrangements, and any specialist equipment requirements. However, we can accommodate urgent moves including same-day service for high-priority situations.

Our antique moving service includes specialist training in conservation principles, museum-quality packing materials, climate-controlled transportation, detailed documentation processes, enhanced insurance coverage, and team members experienced in handling high-value and fragile historical items.

Yes, we regularly work with Oxford's auction houses, antique dealers, and galleries. We understand their specific requirements including tight scheduling, condition reporting, and coordination with viewing and sale events. We're familiar with major Oxford antique venues and their access requirements.