{"id":1141,"date":"2019-05-02T07:32:38","date_gmt":"2019-05-02T07:32:38","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/twitsguides.co.uk\/?p=1141"},"modified":"2019-06-14T15:12:40","modified_gmt":"2019-06-14T15:12:40","slug":"how-to-make-sure-you-hire-the-right-size-moving-van","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/twitsguides.co.uk\/how-to-make-sure-you-hire-the-right-size-moving-van\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Make Sure You Hire The Right Size Moving Van"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Estimate the size of\nmoving van that you need to ensure you can get everything where it needs to be\nwithout return journeys or paying too much for an oversized vehicle. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you move home<\/a> things can be stressful, there’s no getting away from that fact. However, there are plenty of aspects of the move that can be adjusted to run more smoothly, such as ensuring the moving van you use is the right size. The moving van is such an important tool in the moving process if it is too big you pay extra for space you don’t need and if it is too small you are either left paying for extra journeys or you are left with items to transport yourself. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So it definitely pays (literally) to get in the professionals such as specialist packers and movers PackAndGo <\/a>who will save you time and hassle. But it also pays to know your options so here are some top tips to make sure the moving van you hire is perfect for your needs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Medium Wheelbase Transit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is the\nsmallest van you can hire for moving house and it probably isn’t suitable if\nyou’ve got a whole house to move. It is a good option though if you’re moving a\nbit at a time, or perhaps you’re moving some items into self storage. You can\nfit around one big piece of furniture like a sofa or bed in the van, or around\n25 standard boxes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Long Wheelbase Transit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A long wheelbase\noffers you more room than a medium wheel based transit and can take all of the\nitems from one room. It works well for a young couple moving their items to a\nnew home or to cheap self storage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3.5 Tonne Van<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A van of this\nsize can move an entire home with boxes, furniture and other items. This kind\nof vehicle offers a one-trip move and works well for one or two bedroomed\nhomes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

7.5 Tonne Lorry<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is the\nlargest vehicle available for moving and can move an entire 3 bedroomed home\nincluding beds and furniture, plus kitchen items and boxes. You really wouldn’t\nwant to hire this vehicle unless you needed all of this space. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bigger Options<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you have\nmore to move than a large 3 bedroom house then you will need to use multiple\nlorries and vans. It may be a case of using several vehicles or making several\ntrips to get the items to your new home or to the cheap self storage unit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How To Make Sure You Get The Right Size Moving Van<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The best\nthing you can do if you plan to hire the van alone and move yourself is to\nassess how many boxes and items you need to move, then let the hire company\nknow so they can recommend the right vehicle for you. For larger moves it might\nbe worth using a removal company who will come to your home and assess exactly\nwhat you would need to move everything to your home or self storage unit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remember to\ntry and be as accurate as possible when it comes to estimating what needs\nmoving. If possible, moving items to a cheap self\nstorage unit<\/a> in your own time and then slowly moving everything into your\nnew home removes the chance of a manic and stressful moving day where a whole\nhouse needs to be moved and in place in 24 hours. With a lot of research and\nplanning you’re more likely to ensure your moving day is as streamlined as\npossible. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Estimate the size of moving van that you need to ensure you can get everything where it needs to be without return journeys or paying too much for an oversized vehicle. 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