Horsham removals firm proud to help old or anxious movers

Running family business brings enjoyment for third generation removals man
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In the latest in our What’s Your Job? series we spoke to Jason Hayes, owner of family-run D Durrant Removals and Storage based on the outskirts of Horsham.

How did you decide on this career?

Being the 3rd generation in this industry I was born into it. Once I had got working in offices, factories, night shifts and abroad etc ‘out of my system,’ I thought that as I was old enough and experienced enough, it was time to concentrate on the family business: and by this time it was also the end of the ’90s recession.

Jason Hayes - D Durrant Removals and Storage SUS-201210-124032001Jason Hayes - D Durrant Removals and Storage SUS-201210-124032001
Jason Hayes - D Durrant Removals and Storage SUS-201210-124032001

How does a normal day usually go?

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I split my time by driving the trucks, estimating future jobs, managing office duties and networking on various days of the week; so each day is very varied. But, I start at 7.30am and usually finish at 7.30pm, if I am not working away from home, and I have to work many weekends too.

What gives you the most job satisfaction?

Making good contacts and winning work over my competitors! But, I also really enjoy moving old or anxious customers, who are very worried about the whole moving experience. To then know that we have helped them through the process and packed up their lifelong possessions into boxes, before successfully moving them to their new property that could be local or anywhere in the world, makes me feel proud.

Where do you see yourslef in five years’ time?

I have an exit plan to retire in 9 years’ time. I expect I will still be MD, but less ‘hands on’. I see the company being able to run itself and myself having more freedom to do more of the aspects of the business I enjoy.

D Durrant Removals and Storage offers moving, packing, collection and disposal services for local, national and international homeowners and businesses.

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In addition, the removal company provides storage facilities to accommodate home and garden, vehicle and holiday items on a short, or longer term basis.

For further information and a free, no obligation quotation, you can call 01293 852228, email [email protected] or visit the website at www.durrantremovals.com