Man and Van Services
ONLY 1 HOUR MINIMUM CHARGE
Call 020 8224 1874

Affordable man and a van hire covering Claygate

ONLY ONE HOUR MINIMUM CHARGE

Open till 9pm
We are a Surrey family firm offering a friendly and reliable man and van service geared to customer satisfaction. No matter where you live in Claygate we would be pleased to help with any jobs requiring a man and van. Our prices are inclusive with no hidden costs, this way the final bill does not come as a shock to customers. We only charge from the time we reach you until the time we're done. Parking Costs and Tolls such as the Congestion Charge are extra if they apply to your move.

Claygate - Friendly and dependable man with a clean and reliable van!

Usual duties include moving house or office, student relocation, transporting single items like domestic appliances or furniture, delivering goods from furniture showrooms, garden centres etc. or shifting bulky items purchased via classified ads or eBay bargains. We can help!

Contact Us

office@abletransportservices.com

07833 300893

020 8224 1874

Charge

£50 per hour (minimum of one hour) for one man and van to carry out the job agreed at time of booking, for one trip. After the first hour we then charge by the half hour ie. £25 per 30 minutes. We are not registered for vat - so the price above is all you pay unless there are parking charges, ulez etc..

Van is equipped with a trolley, removal blankets and SatNav

We specialise in

  • Furniture Delivery and Installation
  • Light Removals
  • Student Removals
  • Same day delivery
  • Office Moves
  • EBAY bargains
  • Exhibitions
  • Large item pickup and delivery
  • Network and computer equipment delivery and installation

A few examples, of the many testimonials we have on record

"Just a note to say another thankyou for coming to take care of the delivery yesterday. I was very grateful for the ease with which you handled the affair, and may I say (or, you should know) that you are by far the most amenable delivery company I've found. I emailed twelve online people, and all came back saying "That's £110 minimum, take it or leave it" - very hostile etc. I will always recommend you. Thanks" - Andrew

"Able Transport Services is a professional, reliable and friendly service. They are good value for money, fast & efficient and we are happy to recommend them" - Waterstones Booksellers Ltd.

"Just wanted to say thanks again for all your help and assistance yesterday. It was a weight off my mind that you handled all the loading and unloading, whilst taking care of everything so well. I really appreciated everything you did, and the fact you were calm, kind and friendly throughout! I will certainly be recommending you to all my family and friends locally. Best regards" - Mrs Hardman

Man with a van in Claygate for Light Removals:-

Picking up eBay bargains or moving furniture is easy with our man and van service. Our business has grown due to satisfied customers coming back to us or recommending our man and van services to their friends.

Man and Van Price Guarantee - Claygate

We are so confident that our 'man and van' service offers the best value that we will aim to match any quote from any other local man and van transport company. Just let us know when you call for a quote.
Only 1 hour minimum charge

Why are Able Man and Van so cheap - with only a 1 hour minimum charge?

As we are a small, family run, company we spend less on renting office space, hiring staff and parking our vehicles. We already have established contracts with companies we have been happily working with for years. Our infrastructure is already in place and we know how to save money in a way that doesn't affect our service to you. We enjoy providing the best service for the best price.

Do you offer a 'man and van' service for students around Claygate?

Able Man and Van is ideally placed for student moves as we are close to various University and College Campus' and are used to helping students in and around Claygate. Students usually have too much stuff to fit in a car so our man and van service is ideal, driven by a responsible driver who is CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) checked.

Contract - Delivery Service

We provide a flexible delivery service within Claygate, Surrey and SW London. Small businesses find that we are cheaper than providing an 'in house' van delivery service. We are reliable, on time and provide a smart professional image to your customers. Call 020 8224 1874 for further details.

Moving Home in Claygate - Let Able Man and Van take the strain!

Moving can be so stressful, especially if you have to do all the work by yourself. To make life easier call a reliable man and van service to help with the majority of the work. Able Man and Van will arrive on time and work quickly to complete the job to your satisfaction. Our customers often help load and unload heavy or bulky objects this saves on the expense of a second man and reduces time and cost to you.

Tips to help you save money with our 'man with a van' service

Remove clutter before moving or paying for storage. As the majority of moves are carried out at weekends some man and van companies provide a discount for work carried out during the week and charge a premium for Saturday and Sunday. We just maintain the same cheap hourly rate, so call early to avoid disappointment for weekend and evening 'man and van' work as we get booked up very quickly. To save time we recommend that items are carefully packed and boxes labelled before we arrive. We can then quickly load the van and take to the destination and then unpack following instructions on boxes ie. lounge, bedroom etc.. Further time can be saved by making the pickup and drop off points easy to access. The more you help us the cheaper your bill will be. Unlike hiring your own van there is no huge deposit and you only pay for the time that we are carrying your items. We have heard of a few instances of people losing all their deposit (£500!) when they have only made a small scratch on the hired van - this is very easy to do especially with unsecured large items moving on the inside, an easy mistake for the inexperienced.
man with a van

How to get Free or Cut Price Storage in Claygate

Garage Storage Can be from just £20 per week but suffers from extremes of temperature and if not properly maintained can let in the rain leading to water/ humidity damage. Mice and insects such as the larvae of moths can quickly destroy fabric in chairs and carpets. Therefore garages are not ideal for storage unless you are very careful and store for only short periods.

Friends and Parents - 'Free' Storage Well insulated lofts and spare rooms make great storage areas. You just need to come to an amicable agreement which doesn't stretch goodwill too far. Remember storage space is very expensive, so show your appreciation either financially or by taking them out for a nice meal/ helping with the garden etc..

Save money with your storage company in Claygate Able 'man and van' are often found either collecting or dropping off our customers items to storage companies such as Safestore, Big Yellow and Access Storage etc. We know which storage company are offering discounts, so call us and we'll happily point you in the right direction for what we have seen are the cheapest storage prices in and around Claygate.

Claygate Removal Company or Man with a Van?

It really comes down to cost and size of the move and who is picking up the bill. Removal companies have many staff, large lorries, offices, warehousing etc... All of which cost a fortune, they naturally pass on that cost plus profit margin to their customers. Most offer a good service but at a price many cannot afford. In this recession more and more people are turning to a 'man and van' service which is just as reliable but at a cheaper price. Most man and van companies are not lucky enough to generate over the vat threshold of £73,000 therefore do not have to be registered for VAT. This leads to an immediate saving of 20%. Vans come in many different sizes from those the size of a Ford Transit to Long Wheel Base vans and Luton vans with tail lifts. None are as large as a removal company's lorry but it may be very worthwhile making two trips in a smaller van than one in a very expensive lorry.

Planning and Packaging - Packaging Companies in Claygate

Buy the packaging materials beforehand. We have many contacts with packaging companies which cost far less than Staples or most Storage Companies. Cardboard Boxes - will come flat packed so easy to store. Loose Fill - bubble wrap/ Styrofoam/ crumpled newspaper. Packing Tape - tape gun Markers - pens to write the names of rooms on boxes

Planning and Packaging - Pack per Room

Create an inventory Cross off items as you pack them Label the box ie. bathroom, kitchen etc. Seal boxes If possible allocate room for our van, to save time loading Call Able Transport 'Man and Van' Service - 020 8224 1874

Man and Van - Terms and Conditions

  • Time and resources are allocated for your booking, therefore cancellations within 24 hours will incur one hours charge.
  • We do not move building and garden waste material.
  • Please check dimensions as we cannot be held responsible if the item is too big for your home.
  • Waiting will be charged at the normal hourly rate
  • We always take maximum care of your possesions but because we do not know the value of your items for insurance our total limit for liability will be fifty pounds.
  • Customers must arrange parking at the address, or pay for any parking fines incurred.
  • All goods must packed ready for when our vehicle arrives. We do not offer a packing service. It is the customers responsibility to ensure that all goods being transported are adequately packaged. We will not accept liability for damage to incorrecty packed goods.
  • Claygate served by Able 'Man and Van' Services

    Claygate was named after the clay pits (gateway to the clay) which provided material for bricks used throughout the surrounding area. The village lies at the start of the broad belt of clay deposits around London. Claygate appears in the Doomsday Book as Claigate. For many centuries Claygate was largely agricultural but this changed with the introduction of the railway in 1885. Now many of Claygate's residents commute to the capital using the direct train service. Lord Foley a prominent land owner built Ruxley Towers which is a landmark for the exclusive homes in the area. Claygate Flower Show runs in mid July. Last more than 5,000 people flocked to the recreation ground in Claygate to enjoy a day in the sun at the Claygate Flower and Village Show which is one of the largest of its type in Surrey. Besides the flowers there is a vintage car and van display, a Punch and Judy show, fairground rides and a barbecue. Good news for van drivers is that Claygate is very close to the A3 and M25, just try and avoid school pickup times as Milbourne Lane gets quite crowded, although it's a good place if you like looking at posh 4x4s. If you are looking for a man and van service in Claygate call us on 020 8224 1874.