Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Relocation Services in Leeds
Established in 1968, McCarthys Removals & Storage & Storage has been a cornerstone of Yorkshire's moving and storage industry for over five decades. As the UK's first employee-owned removals company since 2021, we combine family-run values with a modern, customer-centric approach. Our team of fully trained professionals specialises in home, office, and international removals, supported by secure storage solutions and document management services tailored to both personal and business needs. With British Standards Quality BSEN:12522 accreditation and membership in the British Association of Removers, we maintain rigorous quality controls while offering extended liability protection through our Move Protect scheme.Recognised for award-winning service, we pride ourselves on transforming the stress of relocation into a seamless experience, leveraging decades of expertise to handle moves of any scalefrom single-item deliveries to complex international relocations. Our commitment to sustainability, evidenced by environmentally responsible shredding and recycling initiatives, underscores our dedication to both client satisfaction and broader societal responsibility.
Services
Home Removals
International Moves
Office Relocation
Storage Units
Document Management
Shredding Services
Man & Van Service
IT Relocation
Business Removals
Student Storage
Details
- Year established: 1968
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience transforming removals into stress-free experiences.
- Our employees own the business, ensuring personal commitment to customer satisfaction.
- Move Protect option offers extended liability protection for your belongings.
- Award-winning service with rigorous British Standards Quality accreditation.
- Fully trained professionals handle complex international moves with precision.
Associations and certifications
- British Association of Removers
- BSEN:12522
- BS:8522
What people say
Fantastic service
No damage reported
Professional team
Stress-free experience
Excellent communication
Services
Home Removals
Our specialist home removals team handles every aspect of residential relocation with meticulous care. From initial planning to final unpacking, we offer tailored solutions for local, national, and international moves. Professional packers ensure fragile items receive appropriate protection while our fleet of vehicles guarantees efficient transportation. Every move includes comprehensive inventory management and flexible storage options, with services available seven days a week to accommodate individual schedules.
Office Relocation
Expert management of corporate relocations minimises business disruption through meticulous planning and execution. Our BS:8522-accredited team handles IT infrastructure, confidential document transfer, and furniture logistics with minimal downtime. Services include pre-move audits, wayfinding signage, and phased relocation strategies. We maintain ISO 9001 quality standards while offering after-hours operations to ensure business continuity for clients across Yorkshire and beyond.
International Removals
Comprehensive overseas relocation services cover all aspects of cross-border transport. Our IATA-certified team manages customs documentation, import regulations, and insurance compliance for destinations worldwide. Specialised crates meet international shipping standards while real-time tracking systems monitor consignments throughout transit. We provide destination-specific guidance on import duties and local requirements, ensuring seamless relocations to Australia, North America, and other key global locations.
Document Management
Secure document storage and retrieval systems cater to commercial clients requiring certified records management. Our BS:12522-compliant facilities feature barcode tracking, controlled access, and 24/7 surveillance. Services include scheduled collections, emergency retrievals, and confidential destruction. The system integrates with major enterprise software platforms to provide seamless document workflow management for Leeds-based businesses of all sizes.
Shredding Services
Environmentally responsible document shredding meets strict data protection standards. Our ADISA-certified process provides witnessed destruction with chain-of-custody documentation. Mobile shredding units operate across Yorkshire while off-site facilities handle large-volume requirements. Services include lockable security containers, scheduled collections, and certificate generation for compliance with GDPR and ISO 27001 information security standards.
Questions
Do you offer international moving services?
Yes, we handle global relocations to destinations including Australia, USA, Canada, UAE, and throughout Europe with customs documentation support.
Are my belongings insured during transit?
Standard cover applies, with optional Move Protect extending liability up to £25,000 per item when selected at booking.
Can I rent storage space temporarily?
We provide flexible storage solutions from one month upwards, with sizes ranging from locker-sized compartments to large warehouse spaces.
Do you provide packing materials?
Yes, we sell high-quality packing boxes, tape, and protective materials at competitive prices through our online shop and physical locations.
Are your shredding services secure?
Our shredding operations meet BS:15713 security standards with witnessed destruction and certificate provision for regulatory compliance.
What happens if I need to change my removal date?
We offer flexible rescheduling options with 48 hours' notice, understanding that unexpected changes can occur during relocation processes.
Reviews (5)
Toby Morris
Nov 04, 2025
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I am extremely grateful to the team at McCathy's for their assistance. We required a storage unit to assist with our house move and organizing through McCarthy's was a straightforward process.
Kris and Jason were very helpful throughout the rental period, and they were flexible with the dates and duration of the hire when we were unsure how long we would need the unit. The prices were very competitive and the service was excellent, thank you.
Kris and Jason were very helpful throughout the rental period, and they were flexible with the dates and duration of the hire when we were unsure how long we would need the unit. The prices were very competitive and the service was excellent, thank you.
Suzanne Hullah
Mar 10, 2022
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260 a month for a short term rental whilst we move house - not a chance. Storage King's takeover isn't going to last long at those prices!
Robert Kitcher
Feb 20, 2022
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Had a quote from McCarthy's online for 30 per week. Called back after numerous call from them. Told me they had been bought out by Storage King and the price went from 1 for the first month to 260 for every other month after that. Wow! I wanted to rent 100 square foot not mortgage it! Good luck getting customers with those prices.
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.
Matthew Sackwood
Jun 17, 2021
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McCarthys.... you are expensive but the team that moved me today were excellent. Boiling hot day but processed the load in perfectly. Unload was equally efficient and all 3 of them made the process easy. They introduced themselves by name at the start and were in good spirits throughout the whole experience. All my items were looked after and if anything needed protecting i.e. mattress, they wrapped up before loading. I cant remember the names now but on my crew sheet it looks like Parky, Reece and B. Black. Solid effort boys!
