Man And A Van in Shaftesbury, Dorset (7)

Most people have a positive experience using a man and a van in Shaftesbury. A good service will want to provide a positive ongoing service, as its popularity is usually spread by word of mouth.

Want to know more about man and a van services in Shaftesbury?

Sometimes, it helps to chat with local man and van services to learn about their experience and costs.

We can help you find the best tradespeople in your area with our quick and easy online search. You can also request a quote, and we’ll have our members contact you directly.

When you’re trusting someone to help you move home or even just a treasured piece of furniture, you want to be sure they’ll do a good job.

We've got three helpful ways to find a reliable man and a van in Shaftesbury.

Use Checkatrade

With a professional search directory like Checkatrade, it's quick and easy to find a professional man and a van in Shaftesbury.

Visit our website to see the thousands of professionals and their experience, insurance and reviews.

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Ask for recommendations

One of the best ways to find professionals is to ask friends, family and neighbours.

Getting personal recommendations from those you trust can give you peace of mind.

Ask your nearest and dearest if they know of a good man and a van in Shaftesbury. You might be surprised by how many recommendations you get.

Check online reviews

Looking for online reviews is another great way to find experienced tradespeople.

See what others say about the professionalism, quality of work and timeliness of a potential man and a van in Shaftesbury.

Remember to cross-check your reviews on Checkatrade.

Here's the average cost per hour for a man and a van in Shaftesbury:

• One man and a van - £35 to £93
• Two men with one van - £50 to £105

• Three men with one van - £68 to £120

  But, the final costs for a man and a van in Shaftesbury depend on the van’s size, distance, and amount of labour involved.

Labour will usually be calculated based on how much furniture, appliances, and boxes you need to move.

Learn more about the costs of moving house here.

Always get two to three written quotes, including all labour, mileage, and VAT, so you can compare prices and ensure there are no hidden fees.

A whole house move might need a Luton van, the most popular for transporting a three or four-bedroom home.

A Long-Wheel-Base (LWB) Transit van or Sprinter van will be big enough to carry a few pieces of furniture, appliances, electronics, or boxes.

Try calculating how many rooms worth of stuff you're moving. A one-bedroom flat may only need a medium-sized van, while heavy or bulky items may require a van with a higher carrying capacity.

A smaller van suits fragile items that move around less, avoiding damage.

The best way to determine what size you need is to ask the man and a van in Shaftesbury for advice. They can estimate the size of the van you'll need.

Generally, yes. A man and a van in Shaftesbury can offer more competitive rates, especially for small moves. It depends on what you need moving, how much there is and how far you need to go.

A traditional removal company might be more cost-effective for large home moves or moving heavy furniture long distances.

Need more moving advice? Read our ultimate house-moving checklist.

Take your time when talking to a potential man and a van. Ask what services they offer, what they charge, and more.

Try asking these questions to help you find the right service:

• How long have you been doing this job?
• What kind of insurance do you provide?
• How do you charge, by the hour or job?
• Can you move speciality items, like pianos or fragile goods?
• Do you have insurance?

A man and a van must have the right insurance to cover them should anything go wrong. Always check they have adequate insurance coverage to protect your belongings during transit.

It's also a good idea to check your home insurance policy to see if it covers your belongings during the move. Some policies may offer additional coverage for items in transit.

The good news is that if you hire a man and a can through Checkatrade, we guarantee our members’ work up to £1,00 - T&Cs apply - find out more.

Some man and van services in Shaftesbury provide extra services, such as packing and unpacking services, or furniture assembly.

If they do, there will be an additional fee. But, the cost of unpacking services depends on the tradesperson’s current rates and the amount of labour involved.

Moving can be stressful. Having someone pack and move your belongings can make the process much easier.

Many moving services offer long-distance travel with additional mileage charges. Depending on the distance, you may also need to pay for overnight accommodation.

Chat with a professional to get an accurate price and overview of what a man and a van service can offer. Get multiple quotes to be sure you're happy with the price and service.

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