Van Help Hints
Picking a Van can be a difficult task. You wouldn’t want to deteriorating your things into a van that is to small, nor would you want to waste extra money hiring an excessively large one. Take a look at the hints below to have an idea about what Van is the right choice for your move.
Medium Wheel Base Van (MWB):
The Medium Wheel Base Van is capable of containing anywhere up to 30 medium-sized boxes; roughly enough to fill a shed. If you want to include big pieces of furniture you’ll have to subtract the implied space from the number of boxes. So, if you want to include a washing machine, that would be about 5 less boxes’ worth of space. 30-5 is 25, so you’ll get roughly 25 medium boxes in alongside your washing machine.
Long Wheel Base Van (LWB):
If you’re somewhere between transporting a few belongings and a full-on move, the LWB could be right for you. Often favoured by people leaving a studio flat or cleaning out furniture from a garage, our LWB is capable of simultaneously transporting plenty of boxes as well as larger household items. A typical LWB job could contain 20 medium-sized boxes, a fridge-freezer, microwave, 2-seater sofa, double bed, a set of cabinets/drawers and a large TV. Perfect for singletons or couples moving from a fairly compact space.
Luton Van (LWB) with tail lift:
If an LWB transit isn’t quite enough then the 3.5 Tonne Luton van could be a safer option. Ideal for those with a fairly large load to move, the vehicle is capable of transporting 20-25 medium-sized boxes alongside a washing machine, fridge-freezer, microwave, 2-seater sofa, up to 2 armchairs, double bed, a set of cabinets/drawers, large TV, and dining table complete with 6 chairs. Many 1 and 2 bedroom flat owners (and sometimes house owners) opt for our LWB Luton.
Vans recommendations for house moving examples
| GUIDE FOR THE BELOGINGS BEING MOVED | EQUIVALENT SPACE SIZE | RECOMMENDED VAN FOR THE JOB |
|---|---|---|
| 4-6 medium boxes | Contents of an estate car | MWB Transit van |
| 20 medium boxes | A phone box | MWB Transit van |
| 25 medium boxes | A double door wardrobe | MWB Transit van |
| 25 medium boxes Washing machine Small fridge Microwave | Contents of a small garden shed | MWB Transit van |
| 25 – 30 medium boxes Dining table with 6 chairs | Contents of a medium garden shed | MWB Transit van |
| 20 medium boxes Medium fridge freezer Microwave 2-seater sofa Double bed A set of bedside cabinets A chest of drawers Home entertainment system (including flat screen TV) | alf the contents of a standard single garage/ Contents of a studio flat | LWB Transit van |
| 20-25 medium boxes Washing Machine A fridge freezer Microwave Dining table with 6 chairs 2-seater sofa Double bed A set of bedside cabinets A chest of drawers Home entertainment system (including flat screen TV) | Contents of a 1 bedroom flat | LWB Luton with tail lift |
| 25 medium boxes Washing Machine A fridge freezer Microwave Dining table with 4 chairs 2-seater sofa 2 armchairs Double bed Single bed A set of bedside cabinets 2 small chest of drawers A standard single wardrobe Home entertainment system (including flat screen TV) | Contents of a 2 bedroom flat | LWB Luton with tail lift |
| 30-35 medium boxes Washing Machine Dishwasher A fridge freezer Microwave Dining table with 6 chairs 3-seater sofa 2-Seater sofa 2 Double beds 2 sets of bedside cabinets 2 chest of drawers 2 standard double wardrobes Home entertainment system (including flat screen TV) And some garden equipment/furniture | Contents of a 2 bedroom house | LWB Luton with tail lift plus a LWB Transit van |
If you are still unsure or if you have any further questions please feel free to contact our experienced team and we would be happy to help you choose the right van for your move.