Professional Packing Services & Man and Van Margate Kent

A single man and van in Margate Kent typically starts from around £60–£80 for the first hour, with hourly rates reducing for longer bookings. The final cost depends on the number of items, how many flights of stairs are involved, distance to the destination, and whether packing is included.

We provide fixed-price quotes so you know exactly what you'll pay before we arrive. Request a free quote online or by phone for an accurate figure tailored to your move.

Yes, we operate seven days a week including weekends and most bank holidays. Weekend slots in Margate are popular, particularly at the end of the month when most tenancy agreements change over, so we recommend booking at least two to three weeks ahead if your move date falls on a Saturday.

We do not charge a weekend premium — the rate you receive on a Monday is the same rate you receive on a Saturday.

For most one-bedroom flats in Margate, yes. A two-person crew with a standard luton van can typically pack, load, transit, and unload a one-bedroom property within four to six hours, depending on access and volume of belongings.

If the property has a lot of books, vinyl records, or other heavy items, we may recommend a larger van or an additional crew member. We assess this during the quoting stage so there are no surprises on the day.

We cover the whole of the Thanet district including Broadstairs, Ramsgate, and Birchington, as well as routes into Canterbury, Herne Bay, Deal, Dover, and Folkestone. We also run regular routes between Margate and London, which is popular with buyers relocating from the capital.

If your destination isn't listed, start a live chat — we cover most of Kent and can quote for longer-distance moves on request.

Yes. Every booking includes £500 of goods-in-transit cover free, with £3,000 Plus cover available for £12. Public liability insurance is also in place to cover any accidental damage to your property during the move. If you have high-value items such as antiques, specialist artwork, or musical instruments, let us know at the quoting stage and we can arrange additional cover.

All insurance details are provided in writing before your move date.

For a full packing service, no — our team will empty, wrap, and box the contents of drawers and wardrobes as part of the service. For a man and van service where we are only loading and transporting (not packing), drawers should be emptied beforehand to reduce weight and prevent items shifting in transit.

Wardrobes can remain hanging if you hire wardrobe cartons from us. We advise on the best preparation during the quote stage.

Thanet District Council issues temporary parking suspension permits for moving vehicles. Applications typically need to be submitted at least five working days before the move date. Giant Van handles this process on your behalf as part of our managed moving service — just let us know you need it when booking.

We liaise with the council, arrange the cones, and ensure our vehicles have legal access to your door without the risk of a fine.

Full packing means our crew packs every item in your home from start to finish, supplying all materials. Part packing means you pack the straightforward items — clothes, books, non-fragile kitchenware — and our team handles everything that requires specialist care, such as glassware, TVs, mirrors, and ornaments.

Part packing reduces the labour cost while still giving you professional protection for the items most at risk of breaking. Both options include the same insurance cover.