Do You Need A Man With A Van?
It’s easy to find quotes for cheap and reliable man and van services that use Haulin to offer cost effective solutions whether you’re moving house, heavy furniture car parts or other belongings. You can expect a personalised service and professional help with your job. Just list your item(s) on Haulin and let the man and van service quote using our reverse auction platform. With Haulin you’ll feel confident you’re getting the cheapest option with the best service.
You’ll find independent van drivers are generally more flexible than larger courier companies and will handle a wide variety of items from small scale moves to to larger moves. Many delivery drivers will be willing to help with heavy lifting and extra services. Please use the Haulin App to make arrangements with the Man and van service before accepting their quote, speak with the moving company regarding your requirements to ensure you’re receiving a cost effective solution as well as the right service.
You can use a van hire service yourself, and move the items yourself. We suggest you use a professional as van hire can sometimes be expensive and awkward. Pickup location can be far from you and if you get stuck in traffic or with problems, a late drop off can be expensive. It can also be dauting to drive a larger van like a luton van. Packing yourself can also be time consuming and difficult, hire a professional man or team to save time, energy and sometimes money. They usually also have insurance.
If you don’t want to go through the phone book and find your local removal van companies to help you with, for example, your house removal use the Haulin app the find the right cheap man with the right moving van size. Removal companies usually work on their own agenda – so find the help you need on Haulin.
How does man with a van hire work?
When choosing the right services you should always consider the following.
Insurance: Most Man and van companies should be covered by a goods in transit insurance policy, this covers the drivers for any damage caused to their loads up to a value offered by their insurer, usually £10,000. Please check the profile which will notify you if they are fully insured.
Check Experience: As it’s easy to start a man with a van delivery service, companies can appear very quickly. Please be sure to ask how much experience they have moving items like yours, whether it’s furniture or car parts or belongings it’s important to establish they have experience. While this may not be a big concern with low value or basic items, it’s really worthwhile with fragile or valuable items.
Transport Size: Check the man with a van service that is quoting you that their equipment is suitable. There are a number of different vehicles, for example a luton van or a transit van and they all vary in size. Ask the man and van service what they use to ensure you receive tailored solutions for your requirements. Larger vehicles may also incur extra cost.
Location: Using a man with a van company that is not local to you is only going to increase the cost, whereas using a man with a van service who’s already near you, means you can save a huge amount on usual rates. One of the keys to Haulin is to use a provider that is being efficient with their loads and are potentially near your pickup location and headed in the right direction.
Service Level: If you need help moving one or more items please use our chat to speak with the van driver in advance to ensure everyone is prepared on moving day. Furniture, heavy items and larger moves usually need some level of help, some may need a team.
Comparing Man with a Van services
When you’re looking to hire a man with a van you’ve got endless choices – You could just go with the first quote or have the companies quote directly to you.
Haulin can help you find multiple local man with a van services already making a similar journeys last minute.
Simply give your pickup location and delivery location, list what you need to moving and when you’re hoping to have it transported. Your request will quickly land on the lap of thousands of professionals who will quote for your delivery, you will even get instant prices, usually. Man with a van services that are on your route and doing other services usually have a lower cost but may be short notice or same day. There are removal van services all over the UK.
Compare services not just based on their price but also their feedback which they have received from previous deliveries. It’s the easiest way to ensure the best service and you receive your items safely.
All prices on Haulin are for the complete job, from pickup to drop off, no hourly rates where you can get caught out by traffic or scenic routes. A reasonable hourly rate is not useful when you can’t control the route and situations. Self loading can sometimes make it cheaper.
Delivery Pick up and Completion
When your item(s) are picked up please make sure you take multiple images of the condition, specifically any damage. On arrival, check that they match the photos you took prior to the delivery and if there are signs of damage, make sure you speak with the driver immediately and show them proof.
Once you have received you belongings and you’re happy with the service, you can release the funds from the Haulin App. Please make sure you leave feedback on Haulin as this helps us build the best community to supply reliable man and van companies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Haulin in my area?
There are removal companies throughout the UK, ready to deliver your furniture at the best price.
Does Haulin provide quotes from different sized transporters?
There are thousands of man and van companies on Haulin, with a wide range of van size (for example transit van or luton van), capable of moving furniture from large items, car parts, a few chairs or delicate furniture like antiques. Please provide the rough dimensions and pictures on your listing. This will allow the man and van service to quote you the right price and keep the costs down.
Who will provide the Moving in Van service?
That’s up to you. There are thousands man with a van services on our App ready to make a bid and carry out your delivery. All they are doing is transporting items like yours, so you can be sure you’ll get the most competitive price and professional man – sometimes even same day if required.
How much does it cost to hire Man and Van?
It’s variable – we have a reverse auction system which ensures you receive a competitive price from multiple Man and van providers. You usually start to receive quotes within and hour. If there is a lack of quotes, remember the more detail you provide to your listing the better the results and the better the delivery costs. The chosen moving service will get paid on delivery, once you have confirmed arrival on the App.
Will I get multiple quotes?
You will usually get multiple quotes. Please provide as much information as possible to attract as many moving van quotes as possible.
Will Haulin Provide Packing Materials?
If you require packing materials or special care then you should make sure this is requested in your listing and discussed via our chat with any man and van whose quote you are considering. Man and van service on Haulin can provide different levels of service and can help pack and move, just ensure you confirm your needs.
Will My item(s) be Secure?
Providers will usually always secure an item in the vehicle, as the risk of damage while transporting furniture is high. Always confirm precautions before accepting a quote.
Does it matter which floor the item is on?
No, but please ensure you advise these requirements in your listings and via our chat as it may mean a second person is required.
Can I Travel With My Goods?
Most transport providers on Haulin are only insured for the transportation of goods, however, some are also able to take people. If you need to travel with your goods, make sure to mention this in your listing and use our chat system to confirm. Van size should be considered.
What If I Need To Cancel My Booking?
If you have accepted a quote and paid the deposit but wish to cancel the delivery, then you should first inform your chosen transport provider that you no longer require the delivery. You should then contact us at to have your payment refunded.
Can I change the pick up or delivery address?
If you have not yet accepted a quote then please delete the listing a relist with the new address – you will have to wait for new quotes to come in. If you have already accepted a quote and need to change the address in the last minute, please contact us and the transport provider.
I Need help moving items, is this possible?
Yes, you request extra help when making a listing, just ensure that you make this requirement clear when making your listing so that you get an accurate quote for your requrement.