Man with Van
Man with Van Kingston upon Thames – Kingston Upon Thames Movers
At Kingston Upon Thames Movers, our Man with Van service is designed for people who need a reliable, well-organised move without the cost and complexity of a large removal truck. You get an experienced local driver–porter, a modern, well-maintained van, and a small skilled team who know how to move your belongings safely around Kingston upon Thames and beyond.
What Our Man with Van Service Includes
This service is ideal for smaller moves, part loads or jobs that don’t require a full removal crew. You still benefit from a professional, structured approach – just on a more flexible scale.
Typical Man with Van Jobs We Handle
- Studio and 1–2 bedroom flat moves
- Student moves to and from Kingston University
- Small house moves within Kingston upon Thames and surrounding areas
- Office and shop clearances or small business relocations
- Single large items – sofas, wardrobes, white goods, pianos (by arrangement)
- Collections and deliveries from storage units or furniture retailers
Who Our Service Is For
- Homeowners doing smaller or staged moves, renovations or downsizing
- Renters moving in or out of flats, HMOs and houseshares
- Landlords needing furniture moves, clearances or quick changeovers
- Businesses relocating small offices, stock or equipment
- Students moving between halls, private rentals and home
We tailor each job so you only pay for what you actually need – time, van size and number of porters.
Local Expertise in Kingston upon Thames
Working daily in Kingston upon Thames means we understand the local challenges: narrow residential streets, controlled parking zones, busy one-way systems and timed loading bays. We plan routes and access in advance to avoid delays.
We regularly carry out moves in and around:
- Kingston town centre, Norbiton and Surbiton
- Ham, North Kingston and Canbury
- New Malden, Berrylands and Tolworth
- Local estates, new-build developments and riverside properties
Because we are local, we can often accommodate short-notice and off-peak moves, and we know where and how to park legally and safely – which reduces your risk of fines and delays.
What We Move – and What We Don’t
Items Typically Included
- Furniture – beds, sofas, tables, wardrobes, chests of drawers
- Domestic appliances – washing machines, fridges, freezers, cookers (disconnected)
- Boxes, bags, crates and suitcases
- Office furniture and IT equipment (properly packed)
- Garage and garden items – tools, furniture, bikes, barbecues
- Archive boxes and business stock
Items We Normally Exclude or Need to Assess
- Hazardous materials – fuel, gas bottles, paints, chemicals, solvents
- Live animals and plants requiring controlled environments
- Unboxed loose items in excessive quantities
- Very high-value items (artwork, antiques) without prior declaration
- Items fixed to the property (unless pre-agreed and safely disconnected)
If you are unsure about a specific item, we will advise during the enquiry or survey phase so there are no surprises on the day.
Our Step-by-Step Man with Van Process
1. Enquiry & Quote
You contact us by phone, email or our online form, giving basic details: addresses, property type, floors, approximate contents and preferred dates. We then provide a clear, no-obligation quote based on your information and any photos or item lists you send.
2. Survey – Virtual or Onsite
For straightforward small jobs, photos or a video call are usually enough. For more complex or multi-stop moves, we may suggest a brief onsite or virtual survey. This lets us check access, parking, staircases and lifts, and confirm the volume of goods so we can allocate the right van and number of porters.
3. Packing & Preparation
You can pack your own belongings, or we can add a packing service to your booking. If you pack yourself, we’ll send a simple guide to help you protect fragile items and label boxes clearly. On the day, our trained team protect large items with blankets and covers, and we can dismantle basic furniture if agreed in advance.
4. Loading & Transport
Our crew arrive on time, introduce themselves and walk through the job with you. We protect floors and key surfaces as needed, then load the van systematically, securing everything with straps. Your belongings are transported directly to the destination unless a multi-stop move has been arranged in advance.
5. Unloading & Placement
At the new property, we unload in a logical order and place items in the rooms you request. We’ll reassemble any furniture we dismantled for transport, subject to the agreed scope. Before we leave, we invite you to check each room so you can confirm you’re happy with the placement and that nothing is missing.
Transparent Man with Van Pricing
We aim to keep pricing straightforward and predictable. For most man with van jobs we offer:
- Clear hourly rates with a minimum booking period, or
- A fixed price for well-defined moves agreed in advance
Your quote will set out:
- Van size and number of porters
- Included time and what happens if you overrun
- Any additional services (packing, materials, furniture assembly)
- Parking or congestion charges where applicable
There are no hidden extras: any potential additional costs are discussed before you confirm your booking so you can budget with confidence.
Why Use Professional Removals Instead of DIY or Casual Man-and-Van?
Hiring a casual, unregistered man-and-van or doing it yourself may look cheaper, but often costs more in damage, time off work and stress. With Kingston Upon Thames Movers you get:
- Trained teams who know how to move items safely and efficiently
- Proper goods in transit insurance instead of relying on luck
- Public liability cover to protect you and your property
- Clean, well-equipped vehicles with blankets, straps and trolleys
- Written confirmations, receipts and clear communication
This reduces the risk of injuries, damage to belongings or property, and the hassle of dealing with unreliable operators.
Insurance and Professional Standards
We operate to the same standards for our man with van work as we do for full-scale removals.
- Goods in transit insurance – cover for your belongings while they’re being moved in our vehicles, subject to policy terms.
- Public liability cover – protection in the unlikely event of accidental damage to building fabric or third parties.
- Trained moving teams – staff are instructed in safe lifting, loading, securing loads and handling fragile items.
Details of coverage limits and exclusions are available on request and provided with your booking confirmation.
Care, Protection and Sustainability
We handle your belongings as if they were our own. That means using sufficient blankets, corner protectors and mattress covers where required, and taking care around walls, bannisters and flooring.
We also work to minimise our environmental impact by:
- Reusing durable packing materials where hygiene allows
- Offering crate hire as an alternative to single-use boxes
- Planning routes efficiently to cut unnecessary mileage
- Encouraging responsible disposal and recycling of unwanted items
Real-World Man with Van Use Cases
Moving House or Flat
For smaller properties, a man with van is often all you need. We can complete many studio and one-bedroom flat moves in a single trip, keeping disruption and cost down while still providing a careful, organised service.
Office Relocations and Business Moves
Smaller businesses often need flexible, out-of-hours moves. Our team can relocate desks, chairs, filing cabinets and boxed IT equipment in stages, allowing you to keep trading while we move you in manageable sections.
Urgent or Same-Day Moves
Last-minute tenancy changes, landlord requests or change of plans happen. Where our schedule allows, we can provide same-day or next-day man with van assistance in Kingston upon Thames. The more information you can give us at the point of enquiry, the faster we can confirm availability and pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a man with van service in Kingston upon Thames cost?
Pricing depends mainly on how long the move takes, how many porters you need and the distance between properties. For simple local jobs we usually work on an hourly rate with a minimum booking period, while well-defined moves can sometimes be priced as a fixed job. Additional factors include stairs, awkward access and any packing or dismantling you’d like us to handle. Once we understand your requirements, we’ll give you a clear written quote so you know exactly what to expect.
Can you provide same-day or urgent man with van bookings?
Yes, subject to availability. Because we’re a local Kingston upon Thames company, we can often respond quickly to urgent requests, particularly on weekdays and off-peak times. If you need a same-day move, call us as early as possible with full details of addresses, items and any access issues. We’ll check our schedule and, if we can help, confirm a time window and price straight away. Where same-day isn’t possible, we’ll always offer the earliest alternative slot we have.
Are my belongings insured during the move?
Yes. Our man with van service includes goods in transit insurance, which provides cover for your belongings while they are being handled by our team and transported in our vehicles, subject to policy terms and declared values. We also carry public liability cover in case of accidental damage to property or third parties. Insurance is not a substitute for sensible packing, so we still ask that fragile items are properly protected. Full details of cover and exclusions are provided with your booking confirmation.
What’s included in your man with van removals service?
You’ll get a dedicated van, an experienced driver–porter and, if required, additional porters to handle the lifting. We load, secure and transport your belongings, then unload and place items in the rooms you specify. Standard equipment such as blankets, straps and trolleys is included. Optional extras include packing services, packing materials, furniture dismantling and reassembly, and additional stops for collections or drop-offs. Everything agreed is itemised on your quote so you can see exactly what is and isn’t included.
What’s the difference between your service and a basic man-and-van?
Many casual man-and-van operators work without insurance, training or proper planning. Our service is run as a professional removals operation. That means trained staff, documented bookings, insured vehicles, clear terms and an organised process from survey through to completion. We use appropriate equipment, protect your property, and turn up when we say we will. The aim is to combine the flexibility and value of a man with van with the standards you’d expect from a full removals company.
How far in advance should I book?
For weekends, month-ends and peak moving periods, we recommend booking at least one to two weeks in advance to secure your preferred time. For midweek or quieter times, a few days’ notice is often enough. That said, we understand moves are not always predictable, and we’ll always try to accommodate late enquiries where our schedule allows. The earlier you book, the more choice you’ll have on start times and the easier it is for us to plan parking and access properly.
