Man and a Van

Man and a Van Dulwich – Dulwich Movers

At Dulwich Movers, our man and a van Dulwich service is designed for people who want a professional-standard move without the cost of a full-scale removal crew. You get an experienced local driver–porter, an appropriately sized vehicle, and the same care and protection we apply on larger moves – just scaled to what you actually need.

What Our Man and a Van Service Includes

This service sits between hiring a van yourself and booking a full removal team. It’s ideal for smaller moves and one-off transport tasks where you still want a professional, fully insured company handling your belongings.

Typical man and a van jobs we handle in and around Dulwich include:

• Flat and studio moves within South London
• Single-room or part-house moves
• Student moves to and from halls or shared houses
• Small office and shop relocations
• Collection and delivery of bulky purchases (e.g. furniture, appliances)
• Store-to-storage, storage-to-home and home-to-storage runs

You benefit from a trained mover who knows how to protect, load and secure furniture, not just a driver with a van.

Local Dulwich Expertise

We’re based in and around Dulwich and work daily across East Dulwich, West Dulwich, Herne Hill, Peckham, Forest Hill and surrounding areas. That means we understand:

• Narrow roads, controlled parking zones and Dulwich village restrictions
• Access and stair issues in period conversions and mansion blocks
• Estate and block management rules for flats and apartments
• School-time traffic patterns and best times to move

This local knowledge allows us to plan smarter routes, arrange parking in advance where possible, and complete your move efficiently with minimal disruption.

Who Our Man and a Van Service Is For

Homeowners

Perfect for moving a small house, downsizing, or running selected items to storage during renovation. We can handle furniture disassembly and reassembly on request and ensure your property is protected with floor and banister covers where needed.

Renters

If you’re moving between rented properties, our man and a van service offers a cost-effective way to move your belongings safely without asking friends to lift and carry. We’re used to working to tight check-out and key-collection times.

Landlords

We regularly help landlords clear properties after tenancy changes, move furniture between lets, and deliver new items. Fast turnaround and respectful conduct on site are key; we’re used to working in occupied and unoccupied properties.

Businesses

For small offices, shops and consultancies in Dulwich, our service is ideal for moving desks, stock, IT equipment and archives. We can schedule out-of-hours or weekend moves to reduce downtime and disruption to staff and customers.

Students

Whether you’re moving into halls, a shared house or back home for the holidays, our service is sized perfectly for typical student loads: boxes, clothes, a bike, a mattress and a few bits of furniture. We keep costs transparent so you can budget clearly.

What We Can and Can’t Move

Items Commonly Included

• Household furniture: beds, sofas, wardrobes, tables, chairs
• White goods: fridges, freezers, washing machines, tumble dryers
• Boxes, suitcases and bags
• Electronics: TVs, computers, audio equipment
• Office items: desks, chairs, filing cabinets, archives
• Bikes, sports equipment and garden tools
• Small quantities of building materials or tools (by prior agreement)

Items We Normally Exclude

For safety, legal and insurance reasons, our man and a van service does not normally carry:

• Hazardous materials (paints, solvents, gas bottles, fuel, chemicals)
• Illegal items of any kind
• Unboxed loose liquids or open food
• Commercial quantities of high-value goods without prior agreement
• Animals or live plants in large quantities
• Very heavy industrial machinery beyond safe manual handling limits

If you’re unsure about a specific item, ask us when you enquire – in many cases we can find a solution or suggest alternatives.

How Our Man and a Van Process Works

1. Enquiry & Quote

You contact Dulwich Movers by phone, email or our online form. We’ll ask a few practical questions: addresses, floors, lift access, parking, list of main items, and preferred dates. Based on this, we provide a clear estimate – usually a fixed price or an hourly rate with a minimum booking time, depending on the job.

2. Survey (Virtual or Onsite)

For straightforward small moves, a detailed phone or video survey is usually enough. For more complex moves, or properties with access issues, we may recommend an onsite visit in Dulwich or nearby. The aim is to avoid surprises on the day so we send the right vehicle, equipment and staff.

3. Packing & Preparation

You can pack your own items, or add our packing service if you want us to handle everything. Either way, we can supply quality boxes, tape and wrapping materials in advance. On the day, we protect key items with blankets and covers, and we can dismantle and wrap larger furniture where required.

4. Loading & Transport

Our trained team member(s) carefully load your belongings, securing them to prevent movement in transit. We plan the route using local knowledge of Dulwich and wider South London, taking into account traffic, height restrictions and best unloading points at your destination.

5. Unloading & Placement

On arrival, we unload and place items into the rooms you choose – not just in the hallway. Where we’ve dismantled furniture, we can reassemble it, keeping you involved so everything ends up where you want it. We take away used moving blankets and any packing materials we’ve supplied.

Transparent Pricing

We believe in clear, predictable costs. Our man and a van pricing is usually based on:

• Number of movers (typically 1 or 2 people)
• Van size required
• Estimated total time, including travel and loading/unloading
• Distance between properties
• Any optional extras (packing, materials, furniture assembly)

Before you confirm, we’ll explain exactly what’s included in your quote and any potential extra charges (such as waiting time due to key delays or extra stops). There are no hidden fees, and we’ll always discuss any change to the plan with you before proceeding.

Why Choose Professional Movers Over DIY or Casual Van Hire

Renting a van or booking a casual man-with-a-van may seem cheaper at first glance, but there are important differences:

• Professional handling significantly reduces the risk of damage and injury.
• We provide goods in transit insurance and public liability cover; many casual operators don’t.
• You don’t have to drive an unfamiliar large vehicle through South London traffic.
• We bring trolleys, straps, blankets and tools specifically for safe moving.
• Our team is trained in lifting techniques and property protection.

In practice, professional help often works out better value once you factor in your time, fuel, van hire costs, potential breakages and the physical strain of moving.

Insurance and Professional Standards

Dulwich Movers operates to recognised industry standards, giving you peace of mind from enquiry to completion:

• Goods in transit insurance – covering your belongings while they are in our care and on our vehicles.
• Public liability cover – protection in the rare event of accidental damage to property or third parties.
• Trained moving teams – experienced staff who understand correct lifting, loading and securing methods.
• Well-maintained, clean vehicles equipped with blankets, straps and trolleys.

We’ll happily explain the scope of our cover and how it applies to your specific move before you book.

Care, Protection and Sustainability

We treat every item as if it were our own. On all man and a van jobs, we use protective blankets, shrink wrap and, where appropriate, mattress and sofa covers. We take particular care with walls, doors, stairways and lifts in both Dulwich period homes and modern apartment blocks.

We also work to minimise our environmental impact by:

• Reusing and recycling packing materials where appropriate
• Planning efficient routes to reduce mileage
• Offering reusable crate hire as an alternative to disposable boxes

*Sustainability isn’t an afterthought; it’s built into how we plan and carry out each move.*

Real-World Uses of Our Man and a Van Service

Moving House or Flat

For smaller properties in Dulwich and nearby areas, our man and a van service often provides all you need. We can complete most studio and one-bedroom moves in a half day, without the cost of a large crew.

Office Relocation

When you’re moving a small office or just part of your workspace, we can move desks, chairs, files and IT equipment quickly and carefully, often outside normal working hours to avoid downtime.

Urgent or Same-Day Moves

Last-minute move? Chain collapse? Unexpected tenancy change? Subject to availability, we can often arrange same-day or next-day man and a van support in Dulwich and across South London. The more detail you can give us when you call, the faster we can respond.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a man and a van in Dulwich cost?

Pricing depends mainly on the size of van, number of movers required and total time involved. For smaller local moves within Dulwich, we often work on an hourly rate with a minimum booking period, while longer-distance jobs are usually quoted at a fixed price. Factors such as stairs, parking issues and volume of items all play a role. We’ll ask you a few questions, or carry out a quick video survey, then give you a clear written quote so you know exactly what to expect.

Can you provide same-day or urgent man and a van service?

Yes, subject to availability we can often provide same-day or next-day man and a van support in Dulwich and surrounding areas. Urgent moves are common with key delays, last-minute tenancy changes or unexpected completion dates. The best approach is to call us as early as possible with your addresses, rough inventory and preferred time window. We’ll check our schedule, suggest realistic options and confirm costs before you commit. Even when fully booked, we’ll try to offer alternatives or part-solutions where we can.

Are my belongings insured during the move?

Yes. As a fully insured removals company, we provide goods in transit insurance for your belongings while they are on our vehicle and under our control, as well as public liability cover for property and third-party risks. Insurance is there as a safety net; our first priority is preventing damage through good packing, careful loading and secure transport. We’ll explain the main terms, any exclusions and how to declare particularly valuable items when you book, so your cover is clear and appropriate to your needs.

What’s included in your man and a van service?

Our standard service includes a professional driver–porter, the agreed-size van, protective blankets, basic tools for furniture disassembly and reassembly, and loading and unloading into the rooms of your choice. We also provide route planning and basic advice on packing. Optional extras include full or partial packing services, supply of boxes and materials, additional porters, and dismantling of more complex furniture. Before booking, we’ll confirm exactly what’s included in your quote so there are no surprises on the day.

How is this different from a basic man-with-a-van service?

Our service is run as a professional removals operation rather than casual transport. That means trained staff, fully insured vehicles, proper equipment, and structured processes for quoting, planning and carrying out your move. We focus on protecting your belongings and property, working efficiently, and communicating clearly throughout. While a basic man-with-a-van might be fine for a quick tip run, most people prefer the reassurance of a specialist removals company when they’re moving furniture, electronics and personal possessions they care about.

How far in advance should I book?

For weekends and month-ends, it’s wise to book your man and a van slot at least one to two weeks in advance, as these periods are especially busy in Dulwich. For weekday and off-peak moves, we can often accommodate shorter notice, sometimes even same-day. The earlier you contact us, the easier it is to secure your preferred date and time and to plan parking and access. Even if your moving date isn’t fully confirmed, we can hold a provisional slot and adjust the details once everything is finalised.