12Jun 2014

If you are looking to do your removal with a man and van service, then there are a few things that you should think about, and they all add up to a great service. They fall under the sub headings of price, location, size, and type. Have a look over the following factors for more information on how to ensure that your man and van service is the perfect one for you.Price. You need to be sure that the budget that you have is in sync with the price of your man and van service. Most people use a man and van for a small removal because they can’t really afford the larger removals services, and indeed, don’t need to! You will find that shopping around for quotes and rates will open you up to a variety of different deals and offers to take advantage of, but be sure to always read the fine print, to ensure that you don’t get caught out! There are some companies who will give you a great hourly rate, and then charge extra for things that you may have presumed were included! Location.The location of the man and van service will have a lot to do with how much it costs you. You will find that on a quote basis, the distance between the driver and your pick up and drop off will have a bearing on how much they charge, because of their time and fuel costs. If you know that your man and van service is near to you as well as ensuring that they are as close to the destination as possible, then you should have a better chance of making a saving. You will find that you can work all of this out against other services however.Size. Ensuring that your van is the right size is essential. It can be difficult to gauge, and some van drivers will be able to give you a good idea as to how to go about it all, to ensure that you are getting the right volume of van for your items. Some drivers will be able to give you an idea based on the exact items that you have, but if you are at all in doubt, then you should go for a larger van than a smaller, and also leave plenty of time for second trips, should you have gotten it wrong! You will find that a long wheel based van will carry a large amount of furniture and boxes, and that you can get as much as a two bedroom flat in to it, if you pack well. Be sure to pack safely, and securely, and that nothing can slide about, and you will be in great stead to get the job done easily and efficiently.Type.Man and van companies will either give you a quote for the whole job, or they will give you a flat rate per hour. You will find that the rates can change if you travel certain distances, or outside of certain locations, but you will usually be able to work out a rough price estimate using the internet and maps. You will find that the hourly charge is usually a lot less than the quote, though the quote will protect against unseen difficulties like traffic, or loading delays. If you are clever with the way that you plan your route and the times that you do the job, then you are much more likely to be able to get it all sorted for cheap.