Moving Van Hire London

What would the cost be at the end of a move is the important subject of conversations in families when they are about to move house and understanding that it varies is essential, depending on location and the size of the move. In this article, we will explain in some detail how money can be saved on moving van hire costs.

When a move on a budget is considered, one of the ways to move is to hire a self-drive van and do all the hard work yourself. What you need to consider in this case is that moving house DIY is hard work and almost every time is also very stressful indeed. What you will pay for a self-driven van depends on the size of it and the length of the hire period.

Or to hire a removal van and will it come up cheaper?

A cheap man with a van in London in 1.5 hours from booking it is normally charged per hour and the final amount will depend on the number of men needed, the distance between addresses, wheteher stairs or lifts and the size of the van. Here is an idea of a removal van hire London costs:

Self-driven van rental prices in London (daily)

Type of VanLoading Capacity Price Range
Medium VanFrom 5– 5.9 m3£120 per day
Large VanFrom 11– 14 m3£165 per day
Luton VanFrom 15.6– 19 m3£205 per day

A Man with a Van Hire prices (per hour) Type of Van 1 Man 2 Men 3 Men 4 Men

Medium Van£45£65£NA£NA
Large Van£50£70£90£NA
Luton Van£60£80£100£120

Depending on the amount of stuff, you need to choose the size of the moving man and a van you would need, please fill in our online form to receive a free, no-obligation quote from our reputable local removal company, and be sure that you are getting the best deal.  Our Fleet:

The choice to make – hire a self-driven moving van, man with a van, or a Large removal company?

London house removals is an enriching and enthralling experience, so one has a choice: either save money by hiring a rental van and doing it yourself or get someone else to do it for you. The option where you are confident enough to be able to drive yourself and manage a house move is always the cheapest, but one must consider the option of using a man and van hire service or a Large removal company as those options come with certain advantages:

  • It is always faster: moving a house is stressful enough and time-consuming, so by hiring a man with a van company that does the loading and unloading, you always save time and effort.
  • Help with packing: It appeals to some to pack everything themselves, but at the same time by not having enough experience in doing so, it is very easy to pack it wrong or not good enough and your valuable items are broken in the process. A reputable moving van team will have years of experience and will be highly trained in packing delicate items and will also be covered by Goods in transit insurance in case of an accident.
  • Hassle-Free Experience: House removals come with unforeseen circumstances almost always and hiring a moving van company to do it for you professionally and competently, makes everything simpler and allows you to receive problems free service on one of the most stressful days you could ever experience. Some movers can take care of everything from packing your kitchen, your clothes, and even your furniture to loading and unloading and even cleaning your new and old property and some could even help with finer details such as hanging your new TV in your new living room or bedroom.
  • Last-minute hiccups: whether it’s a late exchange of contracts or waiting for your lawyer to transfer the money for your new property, moving house is rarely a straightforward experience but our professional removal teams are able to work in accordance with you and if need must, to wait patiently, removing any anxiety from the situation along with luggage.

4 Main Aspects that affect removal van London costs

What the final charge will come to when the moving house will vary and here are some factors you might want to consider:

  • The amount of stuff Moved: It will cost more to move a full van worth of stuff than only a few boxes and bags. A small one-bedroom flat move will obviously cost less than moving a three four-bedroom house. to a different part of the country than to a new house in the same town.
  • The distance between your old and new home: Moving from one street to the other is going to be cheaper than moving from one part of town to another or from London to another part of the country.
  • The option of having an additional service: Extra services such as packing, furniture disassembing or cleaning will add to your final bill but l think it is always very helpful to have it done professionally and with competence and it is worth the extra expense.
  • The Time of Your Move: the peak months for moving house are from June to October and the last days of the month and all weekends are more popular and therefore cost more to move. You can easily save on hiring a removal van costs if you book your move at the beginning of a week, month, or during the winter or early spring months.

And what about insurance for my moving van?

When moving house, an insurance cover needs to be factored into your budget. It’s a good idea to ask your home contents insurance provider in advance of your moving date whether and what your policy covers if you move house. You could consider purchasing your own all-inclusive insurance cover especially if you are moving valuable items.

All good removal companies and a man with van services are covered by goods in transit insurance, something to look out for when searching for a man with a van. Some companies will also offer public liability insurance which protects you against damage in your home but may offer only limited liability for valuable items such as antiques and expensive artwork. This type of insurance is often applicable when a packing service is provided and offers you peace of mind in the event of a claim.

Can I drive a removal van legally?

Again, for moving house on a budget, you can hire a van with a weight of up to 3.5 tonnes (any van) on a category B license. Of course, using any van may mean that you have to make more than one trip. To drive a larger and bigger van ( luton van ), you need a Category C1 license so for a 4-5-6 bedroom house move, it’s often necessary to employ a professional man and van North London company with a standard national or standard international license. The operator must also hold a CPC or Certificate of Professional Competence.

How to arrange parking for your moving van?

If you live in a busy urban area, you also need to arrange a parking permit for the movers’ van. If a whole day is needed and it will include packing and loading the van, then you need to apply for a parking suspension in advance by submitting the VRN to the local council in order for your movers to be able to legally park in front of the house.

These can range from around £103 – £133 per van, depending on the area. Or in the case of hiring our man and van company, we take care of the parking for you so you don’t have to bother with it at all. Just ask us about it in advance.

So, have you got an idea about the moving van costs?

With all this information in mind, you probably by now have got a great idea of a Man with a Van house removal costs and what is worth and what is not doing.

The choice is yours, so to compare prices and save money on a man with a van company, just fill in our quote/booking form to receive a non-binding, completely free of charge quote from a truly trusted London office removal firm.

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