Our Editorial Standards
Every page on Giant Van is written, fact-checked, and maintained by our editorial team. This document explains how we research, what we require from sources, and how we keep information current.
Our Principles
Five rules guide every piece of content we publish. They apply to blog posts, service pages, guides, and any customer-facing material.
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Accuracy above speed
We do not publish until the facts are confirmed. A late article with correct information is worth more than a fast one with errors.
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Plain language
We write for real people, not search engines. Every sentence should be clear to someone who has never booked a removal before.
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Useful first
Content exists to help readers make decisions or solve problems. If a page does not do either, we remove it.
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No hidden motives
We declare our commercial interest plainly. Giant Van is a removal company. Our guides aim to help — and, where relevant, to show how our service fits. We never disguise promotional content as independent advice.
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Correct your mistakes publicly
When we get something wrong, we fix it and note the correction. Readers deserve to know what changed and why.
How We Research
Before writing starts, our editorial team gathers primary information from official sources — government publications, trade body guidelines, and manufacturer specifications. We cross-check claims against at least two independent sources.
For pricing and availability data, we rely on our own booking records and quote engine. We never cite third-party price estimates without verifying them against live market data.
When we reference industry statistics (for example, average removal costs by region), we state the source and date. If a statistic is older than 12 months, we flag it as such.
Sourcing Rules
Four rules govern which sources we treat as acceptable.
Primary over secondary
We prefer official documents, legislation, and direct data over summaries, press releases, or aggregator sites.
Named over anonymous
We do not cite anonymous sources. Every claim links to a named author, institution, or dataset.
Recent over historic
Where two equally credible sources conflict, we use the more recent one and note the discrepancy if material.
Verifiable over convenient
We do not use statistics we cannot trace back to their original publication. If a number is widely cited but the original study is unavailable, we state that limitation.
Fact-Checking Process
Every article passes through a three-stage review before publication.
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Author self-check
The writer verifies all factual claims against their sources and confirms every link resolves to the correct page.
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Editorial review
A second team member reads the piece for accuracy, clarity, and consistency with our style guide. They independently verify any claim they cannot confirm from personal knowledge.
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Technical validation
For content involving pricing, coverage areas, or service specifications, we check the claims against our live systems. Stated prices must match the quote engine. Coverage claims must match the booking system.
Updates Policy
Published content is not static. We apply three levels of review depending on the content type.
| Content type | Review cycle | Trigger |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing pages | Within 48 hours of a rate change | System alert or customer report |
| Service guides | Every 3 months | Scheduled editorial calendar |
| Blog articles | Every 6 months | Scheduled review or reader feedback |
| Legal / policy pages | Annually or on regulatory change | Legal review or legislation update |
When we update a page, we change the "last reviewed" date. For material corrections — changed facts, removed claims, or altered recommendations — we add a brief correction note at the top of the page.
Editorial Independence
Our editorial team operates independently of our sales, partnerships, and marketing functions. No one outside the editorial team can require, block, or alter the publication of content.
We do not accept payment for editorial coverage. We do not exchange links, reviews, or mentions for commercial benefit. If we recommend a third-party product or service, it is because our team judged it genuinely useful.
Giant Van is a removal and delivery company. Our guides naturally reference our own services where relevant. We are transparent about this: every page on this site is published by Giant Van, and readers should weigh our recommendations accordingly.
How to Read Our Dates
Published is the date the page first went live. It does not change.
Last reviewed is the date a team member last verified the page for accuracy. The content may not have changed — the date confirms we checked it.
Updated appears only when the substance of the page changed. Minor formatting or spelling fixes do not trigger an "updated" date.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who writes Giant Van's content?
All content is produced by our in-house editorial team. Every piece is reviewed by at least one editor before publication. We do not accept ghostwritten articles from third parties.
How often is published content reviewed?
Every article and guide is reviewed at least once every six months. Pages covering pricing, regulations, or service availability are checked more frequently — typically within 30 days of any relevant change.
Does Giant Van accept paid content or sponsored placements?
No. We do not publish sponsored articles, paid reviews, or advertorial content. Our editorial decisions are made independently of commercial relationships. If a page mentions a third-party product or service, it is because our editorial team judged it useful to readers.
How can I report an error in your content?
Contact us at hello@giantvan.com with the page URL and a description of the error. Our editorial team investigates every report and publishes corrections within five working days where warranted.
What does the 'last reviewed' date on your pages mean?
The 'last reviewed' date indicates when a member of our editorial team last checked the page for accuracy. It does not necessarily mean the content changed on that date — it means we confirmed the information was still correct as of that date.