Which should I choose?
Man & Van or Removal Company
Man & Van vs Specialist
Removals Company
When it comes to moving house and choosing a man & van service
or a specialist removals company, which is best for your
circumstances?
Review the quantity of what needs to be moved, the distance
between your properties, the service level you need, and your budget
to help you decide which is the right option for you.
Why choose a man & van
service?
• A man and van service is ideal for small
house or student removals.
• Everything can be completed quickly and
easily.
• The service usually includes either 1 or 2
men to undertake the heavy lifting and
ensure everything gets moved safely.
• Affordable service, ideal for those on a
tight budget.
• Some services will have a range of vans to
meet your needs
• Check that your chosen man and van
service is fully insured
Why choose a specialist
removals company?
• Can undertake larger house removals
• Fully insured and accredited professional removals
• Usually offer broader range of services including
furniture dismantling and reassembly
• Number of removals team will depend on the size
of your removal
• Often have a wider range of vehicles to choose
from which reduced the need for multiple trips
• Provide packing supplies and have protective
covers for your appliances and furniture
•
Ideal for longer distance moves
What else do I need to
consider?
• Check that your chosen service is fully insured
• Read their online reviews on third party sites
• Ask friends and family for recommendations
• Get quotes from your shortlisted options, cheapest may not
always be best, for example if they are not insured or they only
have a small van which will mean multiple trips it may be much
less stressful and not that more expensive in the end to choose a
company who can do the move in one run.
• Are you willing to dismantle any furniture and pack? Or will you
need help?
• How soon do you need to move? The time frame of your move may
play a part in your decision.