From the Van Hero Blog
Practical, no-nonsense moving advice from the crew who does it every day. 35 guides and counting.
PreparationWhat to Do Before Your Man and Van Arrives
A man and van booking is a simple thing, and it stays simple if a few small preparations are done beforehand.
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AccessMoving From a Flat With No Lift (and Other Awkward Access)
Some moves are hard because there's a lot to move. Others are hard because of the last thirty feet.
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GuideMan and Van or Full Removals? Which One Do You Actually Need
These two services sound similar and cost very differently, which is why people get stuck choosing.
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CostHow Much Does House Removal Cost in the UK?
House removal prices in the UK start from around £50 for a one-bed and rise with the size of your home.
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CostHow Much Will Your Move Cost?
Move prices come down to four things: volume, distance, crew and access. Here's how they add up.
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StudentMoving Out of Halls Without the Last-Minute Panic
Key-return day creeps up fast. A little planning turns a stressful scramble into a 30-minute job.
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StorageSummer Storage or Take It Home? Here's How to Decide
Dragging everything home for summer and back again often costs more than simply storing it locally.
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PackingHow to Pack Fragile Items So Nothing Breaks
Breakages almost always come down to two things: not enough padding, and too much empty space in the box.
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HandymanHandyman or Specialist? Where the Line Actually Sits
A good handyman covers a huge range of jobs — but some work legally has to go to a qualified specialist.
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HandymanFlat-Pack Furniture: When to Build It Yourself and When Not To
Some flat-pack is a pleasant hour with an Allen key. Some is a weekend you'll never get back.
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GuideJobs Worth Doing When You Move Into a New Home
The first week in a new home is the best time to sort a short list of small jobs — before the boxes hide them.
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ClearanceDownsizing: Clearing a Home You've Lived In for Years
Downsizing is as much an emotional job as a physical one. Taking it room by room makes it manageable.
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ClearanceEnd-of-Tenancy Clearance: Leaving a Property Properly
A proper end-of-tenancy clear-out protects your deposit and saves a frantic final day.
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ClearanceClearing a Home After a Bereavement
Clearing a loved one's home is never just a job. It deserves patience, care and no pressure.
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CourierSending a Single Item Across the UK: Your Options Explained
Parcel firms won't take a sofa, and a full removal is overkill. For one big item, a dedicated courier wins.
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CostHow Much Does a Courier Cost?
Courier quotes can feel oddly unpredictable. Here's what actually drives the price.
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CourierSame-Day Courier for Businesses: When It Has to Be There Today
Some deliveries can't wait for the next-day network. That's exactly what same-day couriers are for.
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StorageWhere to Put Everything During a Home Renovation
Renovations go smoother when furniture isn't in the way. Short-term storage keeps it safe and clean.
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StorageStorage for Small Businesses: When the Spare Room Isn't Enough
Stock in the hallway and boxes in the car? It's time to free up your home and your business.
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StorageHow to Choose a Storage Facility: What to Actually Check
Not all storage is equal. Before you book, check security, access, condition and the real cost.
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PackingWhen Should You Start Packing for a Move?
Packing almost always takes longer than people expect. Starting early is the single best move-day hack.
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PackingHow to Pack a House for Moving, Room by Room
The room-by-room method keeps packing organised and unpacking painless at the other end.
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CostHow Much Does Furniture Removal Cost?
Moving a single piece of furniture starts from £25 — here's what changes the price.
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StudentMoving Into a Student House: What to Bring and What to Leave
The classic mistake is bringing everything. A shared house needs less than you think.
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EuropeanMoving to Europe After Brexit: The Paperwork Explained Simply
The paperwork sounds scary, but for genuine relocations it's more straightforward than people fear.
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EuropeanWhat You Can and Can't Take With You to Europe
Most household goods travel fine. A handful of items need care — or have to stay behind.
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OfficeHow to Plan an Office Move Without Losing a Trading Day
The goal of any office move is simple: close on Friday, trade on Monday. Here's how.
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OfficeMoving Office? Here's Everyone You Need to Tell
A smooth office move isn't just vans and boxes — it's making sure nobody's left looking for you.
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OfficeWhat to Do With Old Office Furniture and IT When You Move
Don't drag tired desks and dead IT to the new place. Clear it responsibly as part of the move.
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FurnitureBought Furniture on Facebook Marketplace? How to Get It Home
You found the perfect sofa for £60. Now it's across town and won't fit in the car.
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ClearanceHow Do I Get Rid of an Old Sofa?
Old sofas are awkward, heavy and can't just go in the bin. Here are your real options.
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CostHow Much Does an Office Move Cost?
Office moves start from around £350 and scale with headcount, IT and access. Here's the breakdown.
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GuideWhat Size Moving Van Do I Need for a House Move?
Pick a van that's too small and you're making two trips. Here's a quick sizing guide.
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RemovalsMoving an Entire Villa
Large-home moves are a logistics exercise. Planning and the right crew make all the difference.
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EuropeanPart-Load or Dedicated Van: Choosing the Right European Move
For a European move, the choice between sharing a load and a dedicated van comes down to time and budget.
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