At Removal Companies Tooting, our man and van service is designed for anyone who needs a reliable, well-organised move without the cost or complexity of a full-scale removals crew. You still get a professional, fully insured removals team, just with a more flexible and affordable setup that suits smaller moves and local jobs in and around Tooting.
Every move is planned and carried out by experienced movers who handle your belongings carefully, protect your property, and turn up when we say we will.
Working day in, day out across Tooting means we understand the realities of moving here: tight terraced streets, controlled parking zones, busy main roads and top-floor flats with no lift. We routinely organise parking suspensions, plan access for larger vans and schedule around school runs and rush hour to keep your move running smoothly.
Whether you are moving within Tooting or to nearby areas like Balham, Mitcham, Earlsfield or Streatham, our local knowledge helps reduce delays, parking issues and unnecessary stress.
Ideal for smaller house moves, partial moves, or when you only need help with the heavier items. Many homeowners use our man and van service for garage clearances, moving into storage or taking key pieces to a second property.
Perfect for tenants moving between flats or house shares. We regularly move people out of Tooting’s converted flats, Victorian terraces and new-build apartments, making sure stairwells, lifts and communal areas are well protected and left tidy.
Landlords and letting agents use us to clear properties between tenancies, move in or remove furniture packages, and deal with end-of-tenancy removals efficiently and respectfully, often to tight timescales.
Our man and van team helps small businesses, shops and offices with office moves, stock relocations, event transport and ad-hoc deliveries. We can work outside normal hours to minimise disruption to your customers and staff.
Students moving to and from halls, shared houses or returning home benefit from a cost-effective, shared-load approach. We are used to navigating halls of residence, limited parking and multiple drop-off points.
Our standard man and van service typically covers:
You can add services such as packing, furniture dismantling and reassembly, and packing materials if needed. We tailor everything to the size and complexity of your move.
Our man and van service is suitable for most everyday domestic and business items, including:
For safety, legal or insurance reasons, there are some items we are unable to carry or can only transport by prior arrangement:
If you are unsure about a particular item, ask us in advance and we will advise or suggest alternatives.
You can contact us by phone, email or online form. We will ask some key questions: addresses, access details, floors, lifts, parking, list of main items and preferred move date. Based on this, we provide a clear, no-obligation quote, either fixed-price or hourly, depending on the nature of the job.
For anything more than a very small move, we may suggest a short virtual survey via video call, or an onsite visit for larger homes and offices. This allows us to assess access, parking, item volumes and any special handling needs so we can allocate the right size van, crew and time.
You can choose to pack your own items, or we can provide professional packing. If you pack yourself, we will advise on box sizes, labelling and how to protect fragile items. On move day we can also dismantle basic furniture such as beds and tables where agreed in advance.
On the day, our trained team arrives on time, conducts a quick walk-through, and protects key areas such as floors and banisters. Items are carried out safely, loaded in a logical order, wrapped in transit blankets and secured with straps. We then transport your goods directly to your new address, following the planned route.
At the destination, we unload into the rooms you specify, placing furniture where you want it and reassembling agreed items. We work efficiently but never rush at the expense of care. Before leaving, we check that all listed items have been delivered and you are satisfied with the placement.
Our man and van pricing is clear and straightforward. We usually offer:
Your quote will set out what is included, any minimum booking time and how travel or parking charges are handled. We never add hidden fees on the day. If the scope of work changes, we discuss costs with you first so you stay in control.
Hiring a casual van or asking friends to help may seem cheaper, but it often results in damage, delays and unnecessary stress. With our professional man and van service you benefit from:
In most cases, our efficiency and reduced risk of damage outweigh any small saving from doing it yourself.
We operate to the same standards you would expect from a full removals company:
If you have particular high-value items, let us know so we can confirm cover and discuss any special packing or handling needed.
We treat every job as if we were moving our own belongings. That means careful handling, sensible planning and respect for your home and neighbours. We use reusable protective blankets and re-usable plastic crates where possible, minimise unnecessary journeys, and encourage customers to reuse or recycle packing materials. Where requested, we can also help take unwanted but usable items to local charities or recycling centres rather than landfill.
Many customers use our man and van service for one- or two-bedroom properties, especially where access is tight or the distance is short. It is a cost-effective way to move locally without compromising on standards.
For smaller offices, shops and clinics, our flexible vans and crews can move furniture, stock and equipment with minimal downtime. We can schedule evening or weekend moves to keep your business running.
When plans change at the last minute, you need a team that can respond quickly. Subject to availability, we can provide same-day man and van support for emergency moves, lock-out situations, or short-notice completions.
Costs depend on the size of van, number of movers and time required. For smaller local moves we often work on an hourly rate, with a minimum booking period to cover travel and setup. Larger or more complex moves are usually quoted as a fixed price so you know exactly where you stand. Factors such as stairs, awkward access, dismantling furniture and parking can affect the final cost, so we always ask a few detailed questions or carry out a short survey before confirming your quote.
Yes, we often can, especially for local moves within Tooting and nearby areas. Our ability to provide same-day or urgent service depends on van and crew availability, so it is best to call us as early as possible. If we can help, we will give you a clear time window and price before you commit. For urgent jobs, having a rough inventory, photos or a quick video walk-through ready helps us plan quickly and allocate the right resources.
Yes. Our man and van service includes goods in transit insurance to cover your belongings while they are being moved, plus public liability cover at both addresses. This is not a substitute for full home contents insurance, but it does provide protection against damage caused by our team in the unlikely event something goes wrong. We will explain the key terms and any limits before you book. If you have particularly high-value items, please mention them so we can confirm the best way to protect them.
As standard, you get a suitable van, one or more trained movers, loading, transport and unloading into the rooms you choose. We provide basic protective equipment such as blankets and straps and will handle normal household or office items. Optional extras include packing services, supply of boxes and materials, dismantling and reassembly of furniture and help with disposal of unwanted items by prior arrangement. Your written quote will state exactly what is included so there are no surprises on the day.
With us, you are not just hiring a vehicle; you are hiring an experienced, professional moving team. We provide trained staff, proper insurances, planning, and the equipment to move items safely. A casual van hire usually expects you to do all the lifting, loading and route planning yourself, often without any insurance for your goods. Our approach reduces the risk of injuries, damage, delays and extra trips, and gives you a clear point of contact throughout the move.
For weekend moves, month-end dates and busy seasons, we recommend booking at least one to two weeks in advance to secure your preferred slot. For midweek or quieter periods, a few days’ notice is often enough. That said, we understand that moves do not always go to plan, so we will always try to accommodate last-minute requests where we can. The earlier you contact us, the more flexible we can be with timings, van sizes and pricing.
We offer more experince and expertise on moving services than other removal companies Tooting. So do not choose any other for your relocation in SW17 than us.
| Transit Van | 1 Man | 2 Men |
| Per hour /Min 2 hrs/ | from £60 | from £84 |
| Per half day /Up to 4 hrs/ | from £240 | from £336 |
| Per day /Up to 8 hrs/ | from £480 | from £672 |
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