Man & Van in London
Not every move calls for a full crew and a large lorry. A studio flat, a sofa collected from a marketplace seller, a quick shift across town with a few boxes and a bed frame. That’s exactly what our man and van service is built for. One or two movers, the right size van, an honest hourly rate.
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Man and van hire across London, done properly
London has the highest proportion of private renters of any English region. The English Housing Survey 2024–25 puts the figure at around 28% of London households, roughly 1.1 million homes, in the private rented sector. Hundreds of thousands of tenancies turn over every year, and a large share of those moves are small ones. A studio flat, a quick address change, a room swap. That’s what our man and van service handles, dozens of times a week across the capital.
Book what you need, nothing more
Choose one or two movers billed by the hour, with a van matched to your load. A transit van handles a studio flat or a handful of large items. A small Luton van suits a one-bed or a job with bulkier furniture. We’ll tell you which is the better fit before you confirm, and we give you a realistic time estimate up front so you know roughly what the job will cost before the van pulls up.
Your driver moves things too
Our drivers aren’t just behind the wheel. They load, wrap, secure and unload every item, carry things up stairs, and dismantle and reassemble furniture when you need it. You’re welcome to pitch in, but you don’t have to lift a single thing. Need a three-seater sofa collected from a seller in Clapham and carried up to a fourth-floor flat? That’s the kind of job we do every week.
Short notice? We hold capacity back for that
Completion dates shift. Tenancies end sooner than planned. A friend with a van cancels. We keep time in the diary for last-minute and same-day work, so call us first. The English Housing Survey 2024–25 found that 63% of private renters whose tenancy ended said they chose to move. Most short-notice jobs in London are planned, not panicked. We run same-day bookings to and from Hackney, Brixton, Croydon and right across the capital every week.
What sets the price
The number of movers, the van size, how long the job takes, and access at both ends (stairs, lifts, parking restrictions, loading bays) are the main factors. Distance matters less than access on shorter jobs. Talk us through the details when you call, and the quote will be accurate. No add-ons on the day.
Pricing guide
These starting rates give a realistic sense of what a job costs. Every booking gets an individual quote before you confirm.
| Job | Typical | Guide price (incl. VAT) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 man & van (per hour) | Min. 2 hours | from £60 / hr |
| 2 men & van (per hour) | Min. 2 hours | from £78 / hr |
| 3 men & van (per hour) | Min. 2 hours | from £108 / hr |
| Single item delivery | Local | from £66 |
| Small flat move | 2–4 hours | £156 – £312 |
All prices include VAT at 20%. Time is charged from arrival to finish: 2-hour minimum (3 hours for jobs outside London), then 30-minute blocks. First 20 miles included, then £2.10 per mile. Jobs in the Congestion Charge zone add £18 per day (no VAT). Call or use the form for a free quote tailored to your load, access and timing.
What’s included
- Experienced driver and mover (additional movers available on request)
- Van sized to your load, from transit to small Luton
- Loading, careful securing and full unloading throughout
- Protective blankets, straps and trolley, no extra charge
- Honest time estimate and clear hourly rate confirmed before you book
- Goods-in-transit and public liability insurance on every job
Optional extras
- A second or third mover for larger or multi-floor jobs
- Loading or unloading assistance only (no driving required)
- Boxes, tape and packing materials at competitive prices
- Small clearances and tip runs
Moving a two-bed property or above? Our flat removals service covers larger loads with a full crew and a bigger van.
Four steps from call to done
Call or fill in the form
Tell us what you’re moving, where from and to, and when you need it done. It takes a couple of minutes.
We confirm a fixed rate
You get a clear hourly rate and a time estimate by phone or email. Nothing hidden, nothing added later.
The van arrives on time
Your driver turns up with the right van, loads everything carefully and gets it where it needs to go.
Everything in its place
Your belongings are unloaded and put where you want them. The crew tidy up. You get on with your day.
Man and van hire in London you can rely on
Properly insured
Goods-in-transit cover and £5m public liability insurance on every job, with DBS-checked, trained crews throughout.
No surprise charges
The rate we quote is the rate you pay. No extra charge for blankets or straps, and the first 20 miles are included. Stairs with no lift are £12 per floor (incl. VAT), shown in your quote upfront and never added on the day. You only pay for the time on the job.
7 days, early or late
Available every day of the year including bank holidays. We cover Islington, Croydon and everywhere between, with early starts and late-afternoon slots to fit your schedule.
Crews who take care
Our movers handle tight stairwells, narrow doorways and awkward furniture with the same care they’d give their own belongings. Both properties are left tidy.
How to prepare for your man and van job
A little preparation keeps the job short and the cost in check.
- Have everything boxed and ready before the crew arrives so there’s no waiting time on the clock.
- Measure any large items and door widths at both ends and let us know in advance so we bring the right van.
- Dismantle flat-pack furniture before the crew arrives where you can. It speeds up loading and protects the pieces.
- Reserve the best parking space you can at both ends. A clear spot close to the entrance saves real time.
- Put all loose or small items into bags or boxes beforehand. If you’d rather leave the packing to us, ask about our packing and unpacking service.
Rated 4.9 out of 5 across 1,280+ moves
Genuine reviews from genuine customers, collected across Google, Trustpilot and Facebook.
“Booked a man and van to collect a sofa from a seller in Hackney and get it into my flat. The driver turned up on time, wrapped it properly and got it up a tight staircase without a scratch. Perfect job.”
“Called at 9am needing a same-day van after another firm cancelled last minute. They confirmed a slot by mid-morning and had everything shifted by early afternoon. Absolute lifesavers.”
“Used the man and van service to move a wardrobe and some boxes from Brixton to Peckham. Fast, friendly and nothing was damaged. Already recommended them to two people I know.”
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