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Man & van, answered
The things people ask before booking a van — what a man and van is for, van sizes, the London bits like ULEZ and walk-ups, part-loads to Europe, and quotes. If yours isn’t here, just ask.
Man & van basics
What jobs is a man and van best for?
The smaller, quicker ones: single items, a handful of boxes, studio and one-bed flat moves, student moves, furniture pickups and deliveries, and part-loads. If it doesn’t need a big lorry and a full crew, a man and van is usually faster, easier and better-sized.
One person or two?
Your call, and we’ll advise honestly. A lot of single-item and small jobs are fine with one driver. For heavier items, walk-ups with no lift, or a whole studio, a second pair of hands makes it quicker and safer — just say what you’re moving and we’ll suggest what fits.
What size van do you use?
We match the van to the job — a smaller van for a single item or a few boxes, a larger one for a studio or one-bed. Right-sizing matters in London: a van that’s no bigger than it needs to be gets closer to the door and down the tight streets.
Do you supply boxes and materials?
We can bring blankets and straps to protect your things as standard, and we can supply boxes and wrapping if you need them — just mention it when you ask for a quote and we’ll sort it.
Around London
Which parts of London do you cover?
All of it, zone by zone — North, East, South, West and Central London. A quick van covers a lot of ground in a day, and the smaller size is a real advantage on the capital’s narrow streets and tight parking.
How does ULEZ affect my job?
The Ultra Low Emission Zone now covers the whole of Greater London. Our vans meet it, so it’s built into how we run — never an extra charge sprung on you afterwards.
What about the Congestion Charge and red routes?
For a central job the Congestion Charge and its timing go into the plan. Red routes and one-ways decide where the van can stop, so we work out the loading spot before we set off rather than circling on the day.
My flat has no lift — can you still do it?
Yes — walk-ups are exactly what a man and van handles well. We bring the right number of hands for the stairs and take it steady, so a fourth-floor flat with no lift is no problem.
Can you help students moving around London?
Definitely. Halls to a house-share, a room’s worth of stuff across town, an end-of-year clear-out — quick, affordable student moves that flex around term dates. Tell us what’s involved and we’ll quote it simply.
Part-loads & Europe
Do you do part-loads?
Yes. A part-load means your things share the van with other jobs heading the same way, so you only pay for the space you use. It’s ideal for a few rooms rather than a whole house — across London, around the UK, or on to Europe.
Can you take a small load to Europe from London?
We can. We run small-load and part-load moves from London to France, Italy, Spain and Portugal, framed as a route pair from your London address to the new one abroad. We plan the road route and handle the post-Brexit customs paperwork.
How does customs work for a European part-load?
For belongings going to a new home in the EU there’s a recognised process, and we prepare the paperwork — the inventory and the transit and customs documents — as part of the job. You won’t be left working it out at a border.
Quotes, timing & booking
How do I get a quote?
Send your details and a bit about the job through the quote form — what you’re moving, from where to where, and any access notes — and we’ll reply by email with a clear, written, no-obligation quote.
How quickly can you come?
Often at short notice — a van and a driver flex around your day far more easily than a full crew. Tell us your ideal timing in the notes and we’ll do our best to match it, including evenings and weekends.
Are my things covered?
Yes. Goods-in-transit and liability cover are part of how we work, and we’ll set the terms out in writing with your quote so you know where you stand before anything’s booked.
Is the quote really no-obligation?
Completely. The quote is there to help you decide — no pressure, nothing owed if the timing or the fit isn’t right. We’d rather you booked because it suited you.
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Still got a question?
If we’ve not covered it here, pop it in the notes when you ask for a quote — or drop us a line. We’d rather answer quick and straight than leave you guessing.