Emergency Removals

Emergency Removals — Ready When You Need to Move Fast

Giant Van's emergency removal service gets a crew to you within 2 hours. Available 7 days a week across the UK for urgent house moves, office relocations, and last-notice evictions.

Available with as little as 2 hours' notice

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How Our Emergency Removal Service Works

When you need a last-minute man and van or a full emergency removals crew, every minute counts. Here's what happens when you call us:

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Call or request a quote online
Phone us on +44 7414 655129 or use our online quote tool.
We match you with an available crew
Our network of vetted drivers covers the entire UK.
Your crew arrives
Depending on availability and location, we can have a crew at your door within hours.
You're moved
No lengthy process. You're in your new place.

When You Might Need an Emergency Move

Not every move can be planned months in advance. These are the situations we help with most often:

Eviction or Notice to Quit

If you've received a Section 21 or Section 8 notice and need to vacate quickly, we can mobilise a crew at short notice.

Relationship Breakdown

Sometimes you need to leave a shared home quickly. We provide discreet, efficient removals that get you and your belongings to a safe location.

Landlord Selling the Property

When a landlord puts the property on the market and you need to move sooner than expected, we fill the gap.

Sudden Job Relocation

A new role in another city with a start date next week? We specialise in last-minute man and van and fast long-distance removals across the UK.

See our long-distance removals service →

Flood, Fire, or Property Damage

If your home has been damaged and you need to move belongings to safety, speed matters more than anything.

Failed Property Chain

Your buyer pulled out. Your completion date shifted. We offer flexible rescheduling and same-day alternatives.

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Same-Day Availability Across the UK

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All of Greater London and the Home Counties
Major cities: Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Liverpool, Bristol, Sheffield, Newcastle, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Cardiff
Rural and semi-rural areas (subject to driver availability)
Cross-country routes between any two UK addresses

Same-day van hire and removal crews depend on availability when you call — we operate 7 days a week, 7am to 9pm. The earlier in the day you contact us, the better your chances.

Emergency Removals Pricing

We believe in honest pricing, even for urgent removals. The 20–30% emergency surcharge reflects the cost of dispatching a crew at short notice — you see it in the table before you commit, not after.

Move Size

Studio / 1-bed flat

2-bed flat

3-bed house

4+ bed house

Standard Price

From £150

From £250

From £400

From £600

Emergency (20-30%)

From £180–£195

From £300–£325

From £480–£520

From £720–£780

Prices vary by distance, access, and specific requirements.

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Urgent Move Checklist

What to Do When You Need to Move Urgently: A Quick Checklist

Call us first

+44 7414 655129. We'll confirm availability before you do anything else.

Prioritise essentials

Pack valuables, documents, medications, and daily necessities first.

Bin bags work

If you don't have boxes, bin bags are fine for clothes and soft items.

Take photos of valuables

A quick record of condition before loading gives you peace of mind.

Label clearly

Even a quick note on each bag helps the crew unload efficiently.

Arrange access at both ends

Make sure someone can let the crew in at pickup and drop-off.

Consider storage

If your new place isn't ready, we can take belongings to a storage facility.

Need help with packing?

Why Giant Van for Emergency Moves

We actually answer the phone

Call +44 7414 655129 and speak to a real person.

UK-wide coverage, local crews

Our network of vetted drivers means there's almost always an emergency mover near you, wherever you are in the UK.

Insurance included

Every booking includes goods-in-transit insurance. For high-value items, additional cover is available at checkout.

No judgement, just solutions

Whatever the reason — we've seen it all. Our crews are professional, discreet, and focused.

Flexible booking

Cancel without charge up to 24 hours before. Need to change the time? We'll accommodate where possible.

Frequently Asked Questions — Last Minute & Emergency Removals

We can arrange moves with as little as 2 hours' notice, depending on driver availability in your area. For the best chance of same-day removals, call as early in the day as possible. Phone +44 7414 655129 to check current availability.

Same-day emergency bookings carry a small surcharge of 20–30% over our standard rate to reflect the urgency and crew dispatch. All pricing is shown upfront before you commit — no hidden fees.

Yes. We have helped hundreds of tenants move at short notice following Section 21 and Section 8 eviction notices. Our crews are professional and discreet — focused on getting you and your belongings to a safe location as quickly as possible.

We can take your belongings directly to a storage facility on your behalf, or to a temporary address. Many of our customers use short-term storage when their move and tenancy dates don't align.

Yes. Crews can bring boxes, bubble wrap, blankets, and tape on arrival. For true emergencies, bin bags work fine for clothes and soft items — speed matters more than presentation.

Yes. We can split your move across two destinations — for example, essentials to your new home and the rest to a storage unit. Mention this at the quote stage so we can plan the route.

All of Greater London and the Home Counties, plus major cities including Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Liverpool, Bristol, Sheffield, Newcastle, Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Cardiff. Rural areas are subject to driver availability.

Any move where you need to be out within 48 hours counts as an emergency removal. Common situations include eviction notices, domestic disputes, burst pipes or flood damage, property chain collapses on completion day, and landlords requiring immediate access. If you're unsure whether your situation qualifies, call us — we'll tell you honestly whether we can help.

Call us first thing in the morning to get the best availability. We'll give you a fixed quote based on your volume of belongings and distance. Once you confirm, we dispatch the nearest available last minute man and van crew — usually within 2 to 4 hours. The crew arrives, loads your items, and drives directly to your destination. Payment is taken on the day, and you receive a receipt by email.

Frequently Asked Questions — Last Minute & Emergency Removals

Same-day emergency bookings carry a small surcharge of 20–30% over our standard rate to reflect the urgency and crew dispatch. All pricing is shown upfront before you commit — no hidden fees.

We can take your belongings directly to a storage facility on your behalf, or to a temporary address. Many of our customers use short-term storage when their move and tenancy dates don't align.

Yes. Crews can bring boxes, bubble wrap, blankets, and tape on arrival. For true emergencies, bin bags work fine for clothes and soft items — speed matters more than presentation.

Yes. We can split your move across two destinations — for example, essentials to your new home and the rest to a storage unit. Mention this at the quote stage so we can plan the route.