Sizing a van around what you are moving
List the largest items with rough length, width and height, and give an estimate of total weight, because bulk and payload limit a van in different ways. Mention anything awkward, such as a wardrobe that cannot be dismantled or long timber. Describe loading at both ends, including stairs, lift access, distance from the kerb and whether anyone will help lift.
Picking a suitable van
Start with the load, then choose the van. A small van works well for boxes, tools and light collections; medium and long-wheelbase vans suit furniture, stock and trade equipment; and a Luton is the better choice for bulkier items on a house move. Subject to dates, driver details and availability, the range includes the Volkswagen Caddy, Ford Transit SWB, VW Transporter Automatic, Ford Transit MWB and Ford Transit LWB. Make, model, transmission, seats, payload and licence position are all confirmed at quote stage, so treat these vehicles as a guide to the kind of hire on offer rather than a guaranteed reservation of a particular model.
Getting a Household Move in Order
Planning a home move starts with a simple question: what actually needs to travel? Walk through each room and note the furniture, boxes and appliances you intend to take, recording approximate dimensions for the larger pieces such as wardrobes, sofas and mattresses. Once you have that list, you can share it with the team along with your dates and access arrangements, and they will advise which van from the small van, Transit, Luton, dropside or crew van options suits the job where available. Think too about whether the move happens in one day or across several, and whether any items are going to a second address or into storage. These details shape your request and let the team respond with a clear recommendation.
Keeping a Load Inventory
A written inventory is one of the most useful things you can prepare before any hire involving cargo. List each item with a short description, its rough dimensions and, if relevant, which room or job it belongs to, so nothing gets overlooked when you compile your request. For furniture collections, note whether pieces come apart and how many sections result; for business deliveries, record the recipient's name, contact number and expected delivery window so you can coordinate on the day. Numbering boxes and photographing fragile pieces can help you track everything, though how you handle items is entirely your own arrangement. Send the completed inventory with your hire dates and access details, and the team can match the load to the right van.
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Last checks before booking
Before the hire is confirmed, go over the key points: whether the vehicle is available, the driver requirements, mileage, insurance, the delivery or collection arrangements and any extras you have asked for. Make sure payload, loading height, tail-lift needs, driver details, deposits and insurance excess are confirmed before you settle on a van size. A clear request gives the date, the length of hire, a rough route, the delivery or pickup address, the passengers or load you expect and any special requirements that might affect which vehicle is suitable.