03Jan 2014

If you’re planning and preparing for your house move then finding the right removal vehicle is something that needs a lot of careful thought and consideration. Although it might not seem like an important job, hiring a removal van for your house move can make your moving process a lot easier – but only if you get it right! Have a look at these useful bits of advice to help you find the right removal vehicle for your removal needs!-    What do you need?When thinking about hiring a removal van you should think carefully about how much space you’re going to need to successfully move. If you’re going to be travelling a good distance between your old and new houses then it’s important that you make sure you can fit as many items of furniture and as many boxes as possible to save you time, effort and money when it comes to making the necessary trips. Some removal companies will offer to come to your home to assess your belongings and to give you some advice about removal vehicles. This is a brilliant way to get an accurate price quote, and it leaves little room for error.    Alternatively, you shouldn’t over-estimate how much space you’re going to need in your removal van, as you could end up spending more money than you need to! Your belongings should be able to fit securely and safely – there should be enough room for everything but not so much room that things can shift around and break during transit!-    Where should you look?There are lots of places for you to search for a removal vehicle for your house move. From the internet to the phone book, from your local paper to adverts at your local post office, once you start looking for a removal van you’ll soon find them everywhere! To narrow down your search try speaking to friends and family to see if you can get any good recommendations. Another good idea is to look for company reviews online, to make sure that you’re hiring a van from someone reliable and professional.-    Understanding the terms and conditions.There are lots of terms and conditions for hiring a removal van that can vary from company to company and person to person. You might be able to find a company that is offering a great flat-rate, only to discover that you’ll need to pay for your own petrol and that your items won’t be insured! Make sure you check all of the fine print and all of the terms and conditions of any contract before signing your name to it. You need to know exactly what services you’re paying for to ensure that you aren’t going to be surprised by any nasty and unforeseen fees and costs on your moving day!-    First-time movers.If you’ve never moved house before, if you’re dreading your move or if you feel as though you’d appreciate a little more help, then maybe you’re better off hiring a man with a van or some professional movers along with your removal vehicle. When hiring a removal vehicle you need to be aware that all of the furniture lifting, carrying and loading will have to be done by you, and if this isn’t practical then you might want to look for an alternative moving solution!