Our man and van service is designed for people who want the flexibility of a small move with the standards of a full removals company. At Richmond upon Thames Removals, we provide a professional, locally focused man and van option across London, ideal for anything from a single-item move to a compact flat or small office relocation.
This service bridges the gap between hiring a casual van and booking a full removals crew. You get a dedicated vehicle, an experienced driver, and extra movers when needed, all working to proper removals standards.
Every job, however small, is completed by a trained moving team using proper equipment and protective materials. You benefit from the same systems and care we apply to full-scale removals.
Ideal for downsizing, moving out surplus furniture, or short-distance moves that do not require a large removals lorry. We can also support you with part-loads before or after a main move.
Perfect for tenants in flats and houses who need a cost-effective move without compromising on care. We are used to tight staircases, lift restrictions and time slots in apartment blocks.
We assist landlords with clearing or installing furnishings between tenancies, removing unwanted items, and repositioning furniture between properties in a reliable and efficient way.
For small offices, shops and consultancies, our man and van option works well for local relocations, moving archive boxes, IT equipment or surplus furniture between locations and storage.
Students benefit from a simple, affordable service at the start and end of term. We regularly move boxes, bags, desks and small furniture between halls, shared houses and storage facilities.
If you are unsure whether an item can be moved, let us know during the enquiry stage. We can usually find a safe, compliant solution or advise alternative arrangements.
Contact us with a brief description of what you need to move, the addresses, dates and any access restrictions. We will ask a few focused questions so we can match the right van size and number of movers. You then receive a clear, no-obligation quote with no hidden extras.
For small straightforward jobs, a phone discussion or photo/video survey is usually enough. For more complex or multi-stop moves, we may recommend an onsite or virtual survey. This helps us understand parking, stairs, lift access and any awkward items, ensuring the move goes smoothly on the day.
You can pack your own items, or we can provide professional packing as an additional service. We supply quality boxes and packing materials on request. On the day, our team protect furniture with blankets, covers and, where needed, export wrap. Appliances are secured and disconnected where agreed in advance.
Our trained team carefully loads your belongings, using dollies, straps and ramps to minimise handling risk. We plan the loading order so that essential items come off first at the destination. Your goods are then transported in our well-maintained vehicles, covered by appropriate goods in transit insurance.
On arrival, we unload and place items in the rooms you specify, not just at the front door. If required, we can assist with simple reassembly of furniture that we have disassembled, subject to prior agreement. Before leaving, we invite you to walk around and check that nothing has been missed.
We believe in straightforward pricing. Most man and van jobs are charged on an hourly basis, with clear minimum booking times and any travel or congestion charges explained in advance. For specific jobs with a defined scope, we can also offer a fixed price.
Our quotes set out:
There are no surprise extras at the end, provided the job matches the information given at the quotation stage.
Hiring a van yourself can look cheaper on paper, but often costs more in time, stress and risk. With Richmond upon Thames Removals you get:
Informal or cash-in-hand man and van services rarely offer adequate insurance or professional standards. Using an established removals company gives you accountability and peace of mind.
As part of Richmond upon Thames Removals, our man and van service follows the same standards as our larger moves.
If you have particularly valuable or specialist items, we can discuss additional cover or specific handling procedures.
We handle your belongings as if they were our own. Furniture is wrapped and protected, floors and banisters are safeguarded where necessary, and we plan loading to minimise movement in transit.
We also aim to work responsibly. Reusable blankets and durable covers reduce the need for single-use materials, and we consolidate journeys where possible to cut unnecessary mileage. Used boxes can often be collected and re-used or recycled, helping to reduce waste linked to your move.
For small flats and partial house moves, our man and van teams are often the most efficient choice. We can move your essentials to the new property while larger items follow in a separate move, or we can handle the entire relocation if it suits the scale.
Many businesses use our man and van service for internal moves, branch reshuffles and small office relocations. We move desks, chairs, boxed files and IT equipment with minimal downtime, often outside normal working hours by arrangement.
When you need to move at short notice – a landlord deadline, last-minute key handover or urgent collection – a man and van team is usually the quickest solution. Subject to availability, we can often offer same-day or next-day slots.
Costs depend mainly on the size of van, number of movers and time required. Most local moves are priced on an hourly rate with a minimum booking period, while clearly defined jobs can sometimes be quoted at a fixed price. When you contact us, we will ask about the volume of items, access at each property and journey distance, then give you a clear written estimate. There are no hidden extras, and we are happy to explain exactly how the price has been calculated.
We regularly help with urgent moves, and same-day slots are often possible, particularly on weekdays outside peak times. Availability depends on how busy our schedule is and the size of vehicle you need, so it is always best to call as soon as you know you need help. If we cannot match the exact time you want, we will usually be able to offer the nearest feasible window and a practical plan to complete the move safely and efficiently.
Yes. Our man and van service is covered by goods in transit insurance, which protects your belongings while they are being moved and transported, subject to policy terms. We also carry public liability cover, which offers protection in the unlikely event of accidental damage to property or injury during the move. We will explain the key terms to you in plain language and, if you have unusually high-value items, we can discuss whether additional or specialist cover would be appropriate before the job goes ahead.
You receive a suitable van, a professional driver, and additional movers as required. We load, transport and unload your belongings, placing items in the rooms you specify. We bring blankets, straps and basic protective materials as standard. If requested in advance, we can also provide packing materials, packing services and help with simple dismantling and reassembly of furniture. Parking arrangements, congestion charges and any access restrictions are agreed upfront so you know exactly what is covered and what you are responsible for organising.
Our service is part of an established removals company, not an ad-hoc sideline. That means fully insured vehicles, trained staff, proper equipment and documented bookings. We follow professional standards for packing, lifting and loading, and we are accountable if something goes wrong. Many informal operators do not offer adequate insurance or may operate without clear terms and paperwork. By choosing Richmond upon Thames Removals, you are securing a dependable, traceable service with consistent quality.
For the best choice of dates and times, we recommend booking one to two weeks in advance, particularly for Fridays, weekends and month-end, which are usually busiest. However, we understand that smaller moves are often arranged at short notice, so we always keep some flexibility for late bookings where possible. Even if your move is only a day or two away, it is worth contacting us; we will do our best to fit you in or suggest the most practical alternative.
