Man with a Van

Man with a Van Kingston Upon Thames

At Kingston Upon Thames Movers, our man with a van service is designed for people who want the flexibility and price of a small move, with the standards of a professional, fully insured removals company. Whether you are moving a few items locally or handling a small flat move, we provide a careful, efficient service across Kingston upon Thames and the surrounding areas.

What Our Man with a Van Service Includes

Our man with a van option is a streamlined version of our full removals service, ideal for smaller moves and quick transport jobs. You get a uniformed driver, an appropriate-sized van, and help with loading and unloading as agreed in your quotation.

Typical Uses for Our Man with a Van

• Studio and one-bedroom flat moves
• Student moves to and from halls or shared houses
• Single bulky items (sofas, beds, wardrobes, appliances)
• Part-loads and small house clearances
• Store collections and deliveries (IKEA, B&Q, Facebook Marketplace)
• Small office and equipment moves

Every job is planned and handled by trained movers who protect your belongings and your property as if it were their own.

Local Expertise in Kingston upon Thames

We are a local Kingston firm, not a faceless national call centre. Our team moves customers every day around Kingston upon Thames, including Norbiton, Surbiton, Hampton Wick, New Malden and surrounding areas.

Knowing the local one-way systems, parking restrictions and busy periods means we can schedule your move realistically, avoid unnecessary delays, and advise you on parking suspensions or access issues in advance. This local knowledge is particularly valuable for tight streets, flats above shops and riverside properties.

Who Our Man with a Van Service Is For

Homeowners

Ideal if you are moving a few rooms’ worth of belongings, downsizing, or shifting furniture between properties. Our team will carefully handle your larger items and ensure they are properly protected and loaded.

Renters

Perfect for tenants moving between rented homes who do not need a full-size removals lorry. We can help with furniture, boxes and white goods, and work within building time restrictions where required.

Landlords

Landlords use our service to clear or furnish properties, remove unwanted items between tenancies, or deliver new furniture and appliances. We work quickly and respectfully to minimise disruption to neighbours and other residents.

Businesses

For small offices and shops, our man with a van is a cost-effective way to move desks, stock, files, IT equipment and display units. We can operate outside your normal hours to keep downtime low.

Students

Students moving to or from Kingston University accommodation rely on us for affordable, punctual transport. We understand shared houses, tight staircases and last-minute term dates, and we keep the service straightforward and transparent.

What We Can and Cannot Move

Items Typically Included

• Household furniture – beds, sofas, tables, wardrobes, chests
• Boxes and bags of personal belongings
• Electronics and appliances – TVs, PCs, washing machines, fridges
• Office items – desks, chairs, filing cabinets, printers
• Sports equipment, bicycles, hobby items
• Shop stock, archive boxes and light commercial equipment

Items We Cannot or May Not Move

For safety, legal and insurance reasons, some items are excluded or need prior discussion:

• Hazardous materials (fuel, gas bottles, chemicals, paint thinners)
• Illegal items of any kind
• Unsealed liquids that could leak and damage other goods
• Excessively heavy items requiring specialist equipment (e.g. some safes, grand pianos) – these can be arranged via our specialist removals service
• Live animals – please use a specialist pet transport service

If you are unsure whether we can move a particular item, just ask when you enquire and we will advise clearly.

Our Step-by-Step Man with a Van Process

1. Enquiry & Quote

You contact us by phone, email or enquiry form and tell us what needs moving, from and to where, and any access details. We ask a few focused questions to understand volume, floors, and timing. Based on this, we provide a clear, no-obligation quote with either an hourly rate or a fixed price, depending on the job.

2. Survey (Virtual or Onsite)

For most man with a van jobs, a short virtual survey (video call or photos) is enough. For slightly larger or more complex moves, we can arrange an onsite visit in Kingston upon Thames. The survey ensures we send the right size van, enough staff, and the correct equipment, avoiding surprises on moving day.

3. Packing & Preparation

You can pack your own items, or we can provide professional packing as an add-on. If you pack yourself, we supply quality boxes and materials on request. On the day, we protect key items with blankets, straps and covers, and we plan the order of loading so fragile and essential items are handled correctly.

4. Loading & Transport

Our trained team arrives on time, confirms the plan with you, and begins loading. We use protective equipment, trolleys and ramps where needed, and take care with walls, doors and lifts. Your goods are then transported directly to your new address in our fully insured vehicles, following the most sensible route.

5. Unloading & Placement

At the destination, we unload items into the rooms you specify, not just to the door. We place furniture where you want it, stack boxes logically, and check everything off with you before we leave. Any agreed reassembly (for example, beds) is completed so you can settle in more quickly.

Transparent Pricing – How We Charge

We believe in straightforward, honest pricing. For our man with a van service, we usually offer:

• Hourly rates for local, small and flexible jobs
• Fixed prices for clearly defined moves with set addresses and inventories

Your quote will state exactly what is included: number of movers, size of van, minimum hire time, travel time or call-out fee (if applicable), and any extra services such as packing or disposal. There are no hidden extras added on the day, as long as the job matches the information provided at booking.

Why Use a Professional Man with a Van Instead of DIY?

On paper, hiring a van and asking friends to help can look cheaper. In reality, it often ends up costing more in time, stress and damage. With Kingston Upon Thames Movers you benefit from:

• Experienced, trained movers who know how to lift, carry and protect items correctly
• Appropriate tools and materials – blankets, straps, trolleys, covers
• Goods in transit insurance and public liability cover
• Reliable timing and clear communication
• Reduced risk of personal injury or damage to property

Our service is designed to give you peace of mind and a smoother move, without the uncertainty of casual, unregulated operators.

Insurance and Professional Standards

As a professional removals company, we operate to recognised industry standards and maintain full insurance cover for our work.

• Goods in transit insurance to protect your belongings while they are in our care and on our vehicles
• Public liability cover to protect you and your property should an accident occur
• Trained moving teams who understand correct lifting techniques, packing methods and safe loading

We provide written confirmation of cover on request and are always transparent about what is and is not covered, so you can make informed decisions.

Care, Protection and Sustainability

We treat every item with care, whether it is a student’s first flat-pack bookcase or a family heirloom. Vans are equipped with padded blankets, straps, floor protection and tools to dismantle and reassemble common furniture. We aim to minimise waste by reusing sturdy packing materials where appropriate and recycling damaged materials responsibly.

Planning routes efficiently, grouping jobs where possible and maintaining our vehicles properly helps reduce unnecessary fuel use and emissions. We continue to review our operations to improve sustainability without compromising service quality.

Real-World Use Cases

Moving House (Smaller Moves)

For studios and smaller flats, our man with a van service can often handle the whole move in a single trip. We coordinate with building management where required, protect communal areas, and work to your key collection or check-out times.

Office and Business Relocation

Small businesses use our vans to move between serviced offices, relocate stock, or deliver equipment to new branches. We can schedule moves outside normal trading hours and handle multiple drop-offs if needed.

Urgent and Same-Day Moves

When plans change suddenly, we do our best to offer same-day or short-notice man with a van support within Kingston upon Thames, subject to availability. This is especially useful for last-minute tenancy changes, urgent collections, or time-sensitive deliveries.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a man with a van cost in Kingston upon Thames?

Costs depend on the size of van, number of movers, distance travelled and how long the job takes. For local moves, pricing is usually based on an hourly rate with a minimum hire period, or a fixed price for clearly defined jobs. To avoid surprises, we ask for accurate details of your inventory and access at both ends. Once we have that, we provide a written quotation setting out everything included, so you know exactly what you will pay before you book.

Can you offer same-day or urgent man with a van bookings?

We can often accommodate same-day or short-notice bookings within Kingston upon Thames, particularly on weekdays outside peak moving periods. Availability depends on our existing schedule, the scale of your move and how far we need to travel. If you need an urgent move, call us as early as possible with clear details so we can see which team and van we can allocate. Where we cannot help immediately, we aim to offer the earliest realistic alternative slot.

Are my belongings insured during the move?

Yes. Our vehicles are covered by goods in transit insurance, and we also hold public liability cover. This means your belongings are protected while they are being handled by our team and transported on our vans, subject to our terms and conditions. We explain any limits or exclusions before you book, such as cover levels for high-value items or items you pack yourself. If you have particularly valuable possessions, we recommend discussing them in advance so we can advise on packing and any extra cover you may wish to arrange.

What is included in your man with a van removals service?

Our standard service includes a professional driver, an appropriately sized van, and loading/unloading help as specified in your quote. We provide protective blankets, straps and basic tools for furniture disassembly and reassembly where agreed. You can add services such as packing, supply of boxes and materials, and furniture dismantling if required. We move household goods, furniture, boxes, office items and most standard belongings, but we cannot carry hazardous materials or certain specialist items without prior arrangement. Everything that is included will be clearly listed in your booking confirmation.

How is this different from a casual man-and-van service?

With Kingston Upon Thames Movers, you are hiring a professional, fully insured removals company rather than an informal operator. Our staff are trained, our vans are equipped with proper protective materials, and we follow a structured process from quotation to completion. We carry formal insurance, provide written confirmations, and turn up when we say we will. While casual services may be cheaper on paper, they often lack adequate insurance, training and reliability, which can quickly become costly if something goes wrong during your move.

How far in advance should I book your man with a van service?

For weekends, month-end and popular moving dates, we recommend booking at least one to two weeks in advance to secure your preferred time. For midweek or less busy periods, a few days’ notice is often sufficient, although availability can still vary. If your dates are flexible, we can suggest quieter times that may be more convenient. We will always do our best to help at short notice, but advance booking gives you the widest choice of slots and ensures we can plan your move properly.