Reusable moving crate hire in Suffolk and Essex
Moving house, without the cardboard.
Strong, reusable crates delivered to your door with a dolly, and collected when you are done. One simple price. No tape, no waste.
Free delivery and collection · Dolly included · Crates sanitised · Old packaging recycled
Professional service
A friendly, dependable local team who make your move that little bit easier.
Reliable and on time
Deliveries and collections when we say, so your move stays on schedule.
100% eco friendly
Crates reused many times over and sanitised between hires. No waste, no cardboard.
Local family business
Proudly based in Sudbury, serving families and businesses across Suffolk and Essex.
How does crate hire work?
Three simple steps. Delivery, a dolly and collection, all included.
We deliver
We drop clean, sanitised crates and a dolly at your door on your chosen day.
You pack and move
Fill the crates, clip the lids shut with no tape, and wheel them out on the dolly.
We collect
Once you have unpacked, we come and take the crates and dolly away. No cleaning needed.
Also from us
Moving into storage? We'll take it there
You just pack the crates at your own pace, then we do all the heavy lifting. We collect them, transport them to your chosen self-storage unit or container, and carry them in and stack them. No van to hire, no bad back. The storage firms won't carry your things in for you, we will.
- ✓ Crates stack floor to ceiling without crushing, so you fit more into a smaller, cheaper unit
- ✓ Sealed against dust, damp and pests the whole time they're stored
- ✓ We do the lifting, carrying and stacking, you don't touch a thing
Why do people choose crates over cardboard boxes?
Everything cardboard isn't: stronger, cleaner, and kinder to the planet.
✓ Protects your valuables
Rigid, solid walls mean nothing gets crushed, squashed or dented in transit.
✓ No wet, soggy boxes
Fully waterproof, so rain, damp garages and wet vans are never a problem.
✓ Kinder to the planet
Reused again and again and sanitised between hires. We even take your used packing paper and cardboard away to recycle, so nothing goes to the tip.
✓ Strong enough for anything
Each crate holds up to 30kg and stacks safely, unlike flimsy boxes.
✓ No tape, no building
Delivered ready to use. Just pack, clip the lids shut, and you're done.
✓ Delivered and collected
We drop them at your door and take them away after your move. No tip runs.
What makes crate hire the greenest way to move?
Our crates are reused hundreds of times and sanitised before every hire, so there's no cardboard to buy or bin. And when we come to collect, just squash any used packing paper, wrapping and cardboard into a spare crate and we take it all away to be recycled, free. A properly plastic-free move, with nothing left for you to tip.
What can a crate do that a cardboard box cannot?
It's the stuff you don't think about until moving day, and it's exactly where crates leave cardboard behind.
Sealed & tamper-proof
Add numbered security seals and you'll know at a glance if a crate has been opened. A cardboard box? Anyone can open it and tape it back up with no trace. Real peace of mind for valuables, documents and anything private.
Stack high, never crush
Rigid crates stack floor to ceiling, in the van and in storage, without caving in. Pile cardboard that high and the boxes at the bottom collapse, taking whatever's inside with them.
Waterproof, whatever the weather
Rain on the driveway, a damp garage, a wet van, no problem. Cardboard soaks through, goes soft and gives way just when you're carrying it.
How much does crate hire cost?
Crates, dolly, delivery and collection, all included. Prices are for a two week hire.
Studio
£79
20 crates and a dolly
Choose Studio
1-Bedroom
£95
30 crates and a dolly
Choose 1-Bedroom
2-Bedroom
Most popular£119
40 crates and a dolly
Choose 2-Bedroom
3-Bedroom
£149
55 crates and a dolly
Choose 3-Bedroom
4-Bedroom
£189
75 crates and a dolly
Choose 4-Bedroom
5-Bedroom
£249
100 crates and a dolly
Choose 5-Bedroom
Not sure how many you need? Try the crate calculator. And you can always add extra crates if you need a few more, easily done.
Are there any hidden charges?
Most crate hire firms quote a price per crate, per week, before VAT, then add delivery and collection on top. We keep it simple: one flat price with everything in.
With Evergreen Crates
- ✓ One flat price for your home size
- ✓ Delivery and collection included
- ✓ A dolly and free labels included
- ✓ Nothing added at the door
Typical crate hire
- ✕ Priced per crate, per week
- ✕ Delivery and collection charged per trip
- ✕ Prices often shown before VAT
- ✕ Hidden behind a quote form
Crates or cardboard boxes: which is better?
The short version of why movers are ditching boxes for good.
✓Won't collapse
✕Bottoms burst under weight
✓No tape, ever
✕Rolls of tape and a tape gun
✓We collect them
✕You break down and recycle
✓Reused, not binned
✕Mostly single-use waste
What is included with every hire?
No add-ons required and nothing hidden. Every hire arrives ready to pack.
Why crates beat cardboard- ✓Strong, reusable plastic crates with secure lids
- ✓A dolly to move stacks with ease
- ✓Free labels to write on, that peel off cleanly for the next hire
- ✓Free delivery to your door
- ✓Free collection after your move
- ✓No tape, no flat-packing, no waste
What extras can I add?
Everything you need to pack is included. Want a little more? Add these when you book.
Extra crates
£3Need a few more than your package includes? Add extra crates, delivered and collected with the rest.
per crate
Security seals
£8.50Red numbered, tamper-evident seals to 'seal' a crate, so you know it has not been opened. Ideal for offices, valuables and important documents.
per pack of 20
Extra label pack
£3More peel-clean write-on labels, on top of the free set included.
per pack of 50
Brown packing paper (large roll)
£65A big roll of strong brown kraft paper for wrapping and padding, plastic-free. Plenty for a whole move or an office.
per roll (600mm x 280m)
Bubble wrap (large roll)
£25A 100m roll of small-bubble wrap to protect fragile and valuable items.
per roll (500mm x 100m)
White tissue paper
£15480 sheets of white tissue (450 x 700mm) for wrapping delicate china, glass and ornaments.
per pack of 480 sheets
Add any of these on the booking form, no need to decide now.
Where do you deliver?
Based in Sudbury, we deliver across Suffolk and north Essex, including Colchester, Ipswich, Bury St Edmunds, Braintree, Haverhill, Halstead and the surrounding villages.
Check your areaWhat else should I know before booking?
- How much does it cost to hire moving crates?
- Crate hire starts at £79 for a studio and goes up to £249 for a five bedroom home. Every package is one flat price and includes the crates, a dolly, and free delivery and collection.
- How many crates will I need?
- As a rough guide, a studio needs around 20 crates, a two bedroom home 40, and a four bedroom home 75. Not sure? Our crate calculator works it out in seconds.
- Do you deliver and collect?
- Yes. We deliver clean crates and a dolly to your door, then collect them after your move, free of charge, within 30 miles of Sudbury.
Clearing a whole home too? Meet our sister company
Once you've packed and moved, someone still has to deal with what is left behind. That is where our sister company, Suffolk & Essex House Clearance comes in. They carry out full and part house clearances, probate and bereavement clearances, and rubbish removal right across Suffolk and north Essex, licensed, insured and always respectful. Because we are often already at your property with your crates, we can line up the clearance at the same time, one trusted local team for the whole job, from packing to a clean, empty home.
Visit Suffolk & Essex House Clearance →Ready for an easier move?
Book Evergreen Crates in a couple of minutes. We deliver, you pack, we collect, and we recycle your old packaging too.