Compare Van Hire
When you compare van hire options, the price differences can be significant. But cost is only one factor. Reliability, insurance, and experience matter equally when you are moving everything you own. This guide helps you compare removal van options intelligently, so you choose the right service for your move.
Giant Van: man and van from £49 London, £35 regional. Message us in the live chat for a comparison quote.
The Giant Van Compare Van Hire Service
The man and van market has grown significantly, with comparison sites and aggregators alongside direct operators.
When you compare the man and van options, look beyond the headline price.
Verify goods-in-transit insurance is included, not optional.
Read the small print on cancellation policies: some aggregators charge 50% or more for cancellations within 48 hours.
Giant Van employs its crews directly, which is why the standard is consistent across every job.
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Standard Inclusions for Compare Van Hire
Giant Van charges a single fixed price that covers the driver, van, fuel, equipment, and goods-in-transit insurance.
Every charge, including access, distance and clean-air zones, is shown in your quote before you pay.
The quote is based on an assessment of the property, the volume of goods, access conditions, and the distance involved.
Larger jobs requiring two movers or two vans are priced accordingly from the start.
Same-day bookings are available subject to availability and carry a small premium.
Midweek moves tend to be priced lower than weekend or end-of-month dates.
The Compare Van Hire Booking Process
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Every move is handled by experienced, vetted crews.
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Every booking includes £500 of goods-in-transit cover free, with £3,000 Plus cover available for £12.
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The crew arrives within a confirmed time window.
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If the job takes longer than estimated for reasons within the crew's control, the additional time is covered.
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Booking a move with Giant Van starts with the online quote form.
Enter your collection postcode, destination postcode, property type, and moving date.
The system returns a fixed price within seconds for standard moves.
Larger or complex moves — long distances, piano moves, or office relocations — prompt a callback from the operations team within two hours.
You pay in full when you book — there's no deposit and nothing to pay on the day.
The balance is settled on the day of the move after the job is completed.
To change a booking, contact the team at least 48 hours ahead.
Last-minute changes within 48 hours may incur a rebooking fee.
Cancellations more than five days before the move date receive a full refund.
Local delivery companies and man and van operators range widely in quality.
If you are comparing for a London flat move or a cross-country relocation, the criteria are the same — insurance, accreditation, fixed pricing, and real reviews.
Message us in the live chat to compare directly.
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Compare Van Hire — FAQs
How do I compare van hire prices fairly between different companies?
To compare van hire prices fairly, make sure every quote includes the same scope: crew size, vehicle size, duration, fuel, and insurance. An hourly rate without a time estimate is not comparable with a fixed price. Ask each company for a fixed quote based on the same property details.
Are removal companies in London worth more than DIY van hire?
For most London moves, a professional removal company is worth the premium over DIY van hire. Parking in London is expensive and difficult to arrange independently. London traffic means an inexperienced driver will spend longer on the road. Professional crews load faster and more safely.
The total cost difference between self-drive and a crewed removal is often smaller than people assume once parking, fuel, and time are factored in.
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Sources and further reading
These are the official UK sources that set the rules for a job like this one. Each link goes straight to the source so you can check it yourself. Links open in a new tab.
- GOV.UK — vehicle insurance
The insurance the law requires before you drive a van, including one you have hired.
- GOV.UK — getting an MOT
When a van needs an MOT, and how to check its test history before you drive it.
- GOV.UK — driving in a Clean Air Zone
Which vehicles are charged to enter a Clean Air Zone, and how to check a registration before you travel.
- Consumer Contracts (Information, Cancellation and Additional Charges) Regulations 2013
The regulations covering what a trader must tell you before you book, and your right to cancel a service booked online or by phone.
All links checked on or after 1 August 2026.
Compiled by the Giant Van editorial team
Giant Van Ltd is registered in England and Wales, company number 16071027.