Let’s not sugar-coat it – if you’re searching for “where to buy boxes for moving house near me,” chances are high that you’ve just realised your tea kettle is more protected than your TV. Or worse, you’ve packed your cat before the cutlery.
Expert Removals gets it. We move thousands of households across Dublin and Ireland every year. We know that boxes are the unsung heroes of every successful move – not your fancy tape, not your cousin with a bad back, and certainly not that black sack strategy that always ends in regret.
But let’s tackle the real question…
Why are quality moving boxes so important?
University College Dublin’s School of Architecture & Planning found in a 2021 study that structural damage to household goods during transport rose by 38.5% when packed in reused, low-density, or structurally compromised boxes. Translation? That SuperValu banana box won’t save your wine glasses.
The right moving boxes matters.
Where can you buy moving boxes near you?
1. From Us – Expert Removals (Yes, us. The ones writing this.)
Let’s cut the polite dance. You can get moving boxes straight from us – new, clean, crush-resistant, and stackable. We offer:
| Box Type | Dimensions (inches) | Best for | Cost (€) ex vat |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small Moving Box | 16 x 12 x 12 | Books, tools, heavy items | €1.95 |
| Medium Moving Box | 18 x 18 x 16 | Clothes, dishes, electronics | €1.95 |
| Large Moving Box | 24 x 18 x 18 | Bedding, kitchen appliances | €2.45 |
| Wardrobe Box | 24 x 20 x 48 | Hanging clothes | €19.00 |
| Specialty TV Box | Adjustable 37”–70” | Flat-screen TVs | €20.00 |
Bonus? We deliver them to your door free of charge too.
Can you get moving boxes from shops in Dublin?
Yes. But there’s a twist.
DIY stores like Woodie’s sell moving kits, but these often come with thin cardboard and a “one-size-doesn’t-fit” mentality. According to customer reviews, their boxes work better for storing Christmas jumpers than protecting glassware during a cross-city bounce.
Amazon & Argos offer bulk deals – but you’ll wait 2–5 days, the sizes are random, and let’s be honest, you don’t want a wardrobe box arriving on moving day with no warning like a blind date holding a microwave.
Supermarkets? Sure. You can “rescue” free boxes from Lidl or Tesco. But let’s be honest – they smell like fruit, collapse under pressure, and give off “I don’t value my belongings” energy.
What do movers recommend when choosing boxes?
Professional movers (like us, with over 18 years of house removals in Dublin under our belts) recommend the following:
- Uniformity: Boxes that stack evenly = fewer accidents in transit.
- Double-walled cardboard: Double-walled boxes reduce corner crushing by 64%.
- Box size discipline: Heavy items in small boxes, light items in large ones. (Yes, this is why your spine hurts after putting books in a laundry basket.)
Can you rent boxes instead of buying?
Yes you can. But they come in plastic crates – eco-friendly and reusable, but clunky. If you’re short on space or prefer traditional cardboard that folds down post-move, buying makes more sense.
However, Expert Removals also rents crate kits for office relocations and high-volume moves. We sanitise, deliver, and collect. You focus on the important stuff – like arguing over whether the kettle or router gets unpacked first.
What should you do before buying moving boxes?
Ask yourself:
- How many rooms are you packing?
- Do you have fragile or awkward items (TVs, mirrors, wine collections, a 6ft giraffe lamp)?
- Will you need packing paper, bubble wrap, or wardrobe bars?
We offer all of the above. We even pack for you – because some clients would rather get a root canal than sort out a kitchen drawer.
So, where to buy boxes for moving house near you?
Right here. At Expert Removals.
Call us. Text us. Tap the button that says “Get Boxes.” Whatever way you reach out, we’ll deliver professional-grade moving boxes – and your sanity – direct to your door.
Let your neighbour Google “where to get boxes near me” at 10pm the night before their move. You? You’ll be sipping tea with your feet up, boxes stacked and ready.
Boxes matter. So get the right ones.