At Removal Companies Kennington, our man and van Kennington service is a straightforward, professional way to move anything from a single item to a full flat or small office. You get an experienced local driver, a properly equipped removals van, and a trained porter team focused on safe, efficient moves across Kennington and the surrounding areas.
This service is designed for smaller, flexible moves where you still want a professional, rather than a casual side-job. Typical man and van work includes:
You still benefit from a fully insured, trained team using removal blankets, straps and trolleys, just with a more flexible and cost-effective format than a full-scale removals crew.
Working in Kennington day in, day out means we understand the realities of moving here. From one-way systems and red routes to tight mansion-block stairwells and modern apartment developments with booking-only lifts, we plan your move around local conditions.
We regularly serve streets off Kennington Road and Kennington Park Road, the estates and mansion blocks near Kennington Park, and new-build developments nearby. We liaise with building management where needed and advise on parking suspensions so loading and unloading are as smooth as possible.
If you’re downsizing, moving a few high-value items, or bridging between properties with some belongings going to storage, our man and van service is ideal. We can handle awkward items like American fridges, pianos (by prior arrangement) and antique furniture with careful protection.
Kennington has a high proportion of rented flats and houses. We regularly help tenants move between local properties, often in a single load. We can dismantle and reassemble standard beds and wardrobes, and we’re used to navigating tight staircases and top-floor flats without lifts.
Landlords use our service for end-of-tenancy clearances, furniture swaps, and delivery of new furnishings or white goods. We work neatly, respect communal areas, and can provide photos on completion if you’re not on site.
For small offices, shops, and studios, our man and van option suits moves that don’t require a full removals crew. We can move desks, chairs, filing cabinets, stock, IT equipment (carefully wrapped), and archive boxes. Evening and weekend moves are available by arrangement to minimise disruption.
Students moving in or out of Kennington benefit from a simple, budget-conscious service. We help with boxed belongings, small furniture, bikes and musical instruments. Sharing a van with a friend going in the same direction can further reduce costs.
For safety, legal or insurance reasons, some items are excluded:
If you’re unsure about a particular item, just ask when you enquire and we’ll confirm what’s possible and what protection is needed.
You contact us with the addresses, a rough inventory, and your preferred moving date and time. We’ll ask a few practical questions about access, floors, lifts and parking. Based on this, we provide a clear, no-obligation quote either at an hourly rate or a fixed price, depending on the job.
For straightforward jobs, a detailed phone call or video survey is sufficient. For more complex moves – multiple flights of stairs, restricted access, or unusual items – we may recommend a short onsite survey. This helps avoid surprises on the day and ensures the right size van and crew are allocated.
You can pack your own belongings, or we can provide a packing service and materials at an agreed additional cost. Either way, we advise on proper packing and labelling so items are safe and easy to place at the new property. On the day, our team protects key items with blankets, covers and shrink wrap where appropriate.
Our trained crew loads systematically, securing furniture and boxes with straps to prevent movement in transit. We use trolleys and dollies where possible to protect floors and speed up the process. Your belongings are then transported directly from A to B using a fully insured removals van that is clean, well-maintained and equipped for moving.
On arrival, we unload into the rooms you specify, not just the doorway. We place furniture in position, and, where agreed, reassemble standard beds and similar items. Before we leave, we check you’re happy with the placement and that nothing has been overlooked in the van.
We believe in clear, sensible pricing with no hidden extras. For the Kennington man and van service, we typically offer:
Our quote will confirm exactly what’s included: number of porters, size of van, estimated time, and any additional services such as packing or dismantling. Parking charges, congestion or ULEZ charges are always explained in advance where applicable.
This approach means you only pay for the time, labour and vehicle you genuinely need, with full clarity before you book.
Hiring a professional removals company rather than doing it yourself or using an unvetted man-with-a-van brings several advantages:
By contrast, DIY moves risk injury, damage to property, and incomplete insurance cover, often taking far longer than planned.
As a professional removals operator, we work to recognised industry standards:
We’re happy to outline our insurance cover and claims process before you book so you know exactly where you stand. Our paperwork explains your responsibilities too, such as declaring high-value items and packing to a suitable standard.
We treat your belongings and property with the same care we would our own. That means protecting doorways, bannisters and floors where required, and using suitable wrapping on furniture and delicate items. We plan lifts and carries so as not to inconvenience neighbours in shared buildings.
We also aim to work sustainably: reusing boxes where practical, offering reusable crate hire for business moves, and consolidating journeys to cut down on unnecessary mileage. Where clearance or disposal is needed, we use licensed waste facilities rather than landfill wherever possible.
Many Kennington residents use our man and van team to move between local flats or from Kennington to nearby areas. A two-person crew with a Luton van is often enough for a one- or two-bedroom property, keeping costs sensible while still providing a professional service.
Small businesses, creative studios and therapists’ rooms frequently move within the area as leases change. We can move desks, equipment and boxed files, and return at a later date to collect items you no longer need, taking them to storage or disposal as agreed.
Last-minute completion dates, urgent tenancy changes or failed lift bookings sometimes mean you need a van quickly. Where we have availability, we can provide same-day or next-day man and van assistance in Kennington. Calling early in the day gives the best chance of securing a suitable slot.
Pricing depends mainly on the size of van, number of movers and time required. For smaller local moves within Kennington, we often work on an hourly rate with a minimum booking period, which keeps costs fair if your move is straightforward. For larger or more complex jobs, we may recommend a fixed price so you know the maximum you’ll pay in advance. We’ll ask about access, floors, lifts and inventory before quoting, and we always explain any potential extras such as parking or congestion charges clearly.
Same-day or urgent bookings are often possible, especially on weekdays outside peak hours, but they do depend on existing schedules. If you need a van at short notice, the best approach is to call us as early as you can with your locations and a rough inventory. We’ll check availability and propose a realistic time window. Where we can’t meet your exact time, we’ll offer the closest alternative. For very urgent jobs, having your items packed and ready at ground level helps us complete the move efficiently.
Yes. Our man and van service is backed by goods in transit insurance, which covers your belongings while they’re being loaded, transported and unloaded, subject to our terms. We also hold public liability cover for accidental damage to property or third parties. We’ll explain how our cover works, including any limits or exclusions, and what you should do, such as declaring particularly high-value items. While we handle everything with care, insurance is there for peace of mind in the unlikely event that something goes wrong.
Our standard service includes a suitable removals van, a professional driver, and one or more porters as agreed. We provide moving blankets, straps and basic tools for straightforward dismantling such as removing table legs or bed frames. Loading, transport and unloading into your chosen rooms are all included. Optional extras, such as packing, supply of boxes, extensive dismantling and reassembly, or disposal of unwanted items, can be added to your quote on request. We confirm exactly what is and isn’t included before you book so there are no surprises on the day.
While the phrase sounds similar, our service is run as a professional removals operation. That means trained staff, fully insured vehicles, proper equipment, written quotes and confirmed appointments. Casual operators sometimes work without adequate insurance or training, which can leave you exposed if items are damaged or the driver doesn’t turn up. We treat even small moves with the same care as larger removals, planning access, protecting property and communicating clearly throughout. In short, you get the flexibility of a man and van with the standards of an established removals company.
For the best choice of dates and times, especially at month-ends and weekends, we recommend booking one to two weeks in advance. However, we understand that smaller moves often come together at short notice, so we always try to accommodate late enquiries where our schedule allows. Once you know your moving date, contact us with as much detail as possible so we can allocate the right van and crew. Early booking also helps if you need extra services such as packing, or if parking suspensions must be arranged with the local council.
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| 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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