If you want to save as much on removals expenses, the trick is to do most of the tasks involved in the move. This way you would have to pay fewer fees for labor. You should then pack and unpack your things yourself. To save even more, you should minimize the things you will bring to your new home. Before you start packing you should discard the things you no longer need. This will surely minimize your need for packing materials. It would even minimize your space requirement in transporting them as well.
 
If you want a bit of convenience though, you can hire a removals company. But to get the best rate, you should obtain and compare rates from several companies. This will help you choose the company that offers the best services. This will even help you get the best price too. Even if you are just hiring a truck or a van you should do the same.
 
If you want to do the move yourself, you should get the help of your family and friends. This will save you some fees too. Just make sure that you will at least offer some refreshments for their hard work.