Man and Van
Man and Van Kennington – Kennington Movers
At Kennington Movers, our man and van Kennington service is designed for people who want a skilled removals team, a properly equipped vehicle and clear pricing – without the cost or complexity of a full-scale removals crew. You get a local, experienced driver–porter team who handle the lifting, loading and safe transport of your belongings across Kennington, Greater London and the surrounding areas.
What Our Man and Van Service Includes
Our man and van option is a flexible, smaller-scale removals service delivered with the same professional standards as a full house move. It’s ideal for moves that are too big for a taxi, but don’t need a large lorry.
Who Our Service Is For
- Homeowners moving between houses or into storage with a modest amount of furniture.
- Renters moving between flats in Kennington, especially with stair access or limited parking.
- Landlords needing furnishings moved in or out between tenancies.
- Businesses relocating small offices, stock or equipment.
- Students moving into or out of halls and shared accommodation.
Typical Items We Move
Our professional man and van teams handle most everyday household and office items, including:
- Sofas, armchairs and beds (including dismantling / reassembly by prior arrangement)
- Wardrobes, chests of drawers, bookcases and shelving
- White goods such as fridges, freezers, washing machines and cookers
- Dining tables, desks, office chairs and filing cabinets
- Boxes of personal belongings, books, clothes and kitchenware
- IT equipment, boxed stock and archive materials
Items We Cannot Move
For safety, legal and insurance reasons, our man and van service does not include:
- Hazardous materials (fuel, gas bottles, chemicals, paint thinners, explosives)
- Unsealed liquids that may leak in transit
- Live animals or pets
- Industrial machinery not prepared for transport
- Items that exceed safe manual handling limits or won’t physically fit through access points
If you are unsure whether an item can be moved, our team will advise during your enquiry or survey.
Local Kennington Expertise
Working daily in and around Kennington, we understand the area’s specific challenges: controlled parking zones, red routes, tight side streets and period conversions with narrow stairwells. We plan your move around:
- Suitable loading and parking for our vans
- Time restrictions and local traffic patterns
- Lift access, shared entrances and house rules for flats and mansion blocks
Because we know Kennington so well, we can often suggest practical solutions for tricky access, such as alternative entrances, timed loading or staggered trips.
Our Step-by-Step Man and Van Process
1. Enquiry & Quote
Contact us by phone, email or online form with your addresses, move date, list of main items and any access details. We’ll ask a few focused questions, then provide a clear, no-obligation quote. Pricing is usually either a fixed rate for the job or a transparent hourly rate, depending on what best suits your move.
2. Survey – Virtual or Onsite
For straightforward moves, photos or a brief video call are often enough. For more complex access or awkward items, we may recommend a short onsite survey in Kennington or nearby. This lets us assess parking, staircases, lifts and furniture size, so we send the right van, number of movers and equipment.
3. Packing & Preparation
You can pack your own boxes, or add our packing service if you prefer us to do it. Either way, we advise on:
- Using strong, sealed boxes labelled by room
- Separating fragile items and valuables
- Disconnecting appliances and emptying drawers and wardrobes
On the day, our team protects furniture with blankets and, where agreed, can dismantle and reassemble basic items.
4. Loading & Transport
Our trained team arrives on time with a fully equipped van. We:
- Carry out a quick walkthrough to confirm the plan
- Protect floors and key doorways where required
- Load systematically, securing items with straps and blankets
Once loaded, we travel directly to your new address, using routes suited to our vehicle size and London traffic conditions.
5. Unloading & Placement
At your destination, we unload items into the rooms you specify, placing furniture where you want it. We’ll reassemble any items we agreed to dismantle, and check you’re happy with everything before we leave. Our goal is to leave you settled in, not surrounded by chaos.
Transparent Man and Van Pricing
We believe in clear, upfront pricing with no hidden extras. Our man and van rates in Kennington are based on:
- Size of van and number of movers needed
- Expected time required, including travel and loading
- Distance between addresses
- Optional extras such as packing, materials and dismantling
Before you book, you’ll receive a written quotation showing exactly what is included. Parking charges and congestion or ULEZ fees are either included in the quote or clearly itemised so you know where you stand.
Why Choose Professional Man and Van Over DIY
Using a professional man and van service is very different from borrowing a friend’s van or hiring a casual operator. With Kennington Movers you benefit from:
- Trained moving teams who understand safe lifting, loading and protection of furniture
- Purpose-built removals vans with straps, blankets and trolleys
- Fully insured cover for your belongings in transit and for third-party property
- Proper planning for access, parking and building rules
- Reliable arrival times and a written confirmation of your booking
This reduces the risk of damage, injury and last-minute cancellations that can occur with informal arrangements.
Insurance & Professional Standards
Your belongings are important to you, so they are important to us. Kennington Movers operates with:
- Goods in transit insurance – covering your items while they are in our care and being transported.
- Public liability cover – protection in the unlikely event of accidental damage to property or third parties.
- Trained moving teams – staff are experienced in handling bulky, fragile and high-value items safely.
We follow established removals industry best practices and keep our vehicles and equipment well maintained, so your move is carried out to a consistently high standard.
Care, Protection and Sustainability
We take care to minimise both damage and waste on every move. Furniture is wrapped and secured in transit, and we plan van loads to prevent movement. Where practical, we use reusable blankets, crates and straps instead of single-use materials. We consolidate trips, choose efficient routes around Kennington and maintain our vehicles to reduce emissions. Cardboard boxes and packing paper can be collected for reuse or recycling by prior arrangement.
Real-World Use Cases for Our Man and Van Service
Moving House or Flat in Kennington
Perfect for one- and two-bedroom properties, our man and van teams can usually clear and deliver in a single trip. We’re used to mansion blocks, conversions and modern developments with management rules, and we’ll coordinate timings with estate agents or landlords where needed.
Office and Small Business Moves
For small offices, clinics and shops, our man and van option is a cost-effective way to move desks, chairs, stock and equipment without major downtime. We can work outside normal hours to minimise disruption.
Urgent and Same-Day Moves
When time is tight – a last-minute tenancy change, sudden storage clearance or completion date shift – we do our best to provide reliable same-day or next-day man and van support in Kennington, subject to availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a man and van in Kennington cost?
Costs depend on the size of van, number of movers and time required. For smaller flat moves in Kennington, many jobs fall within a three to five hour window. We’ll ask for a list of main items, addresses and access details, then give you a clear quote, either as an hourly rate with a minimum booking or a fixed price for the whole job. There are no hidden extras; any potential parking, congestion or ULEZ charges are discussed and agreed in advance.
Can you provide same-day or urgent man and van services?
Yes, we often can. Availability depends on our existing bookings, but we always try to assist with urgent moves in and around Kennington. If you need a same-day man and van, call us as early as possible with your details so we can check schedules and allocate a suitable vehicle and team. Even at short notice, we’ll still confirm costs and what’s included before you commit, so you know exactly what to expect.
What insurance cover do you provide?
All man and van moves carried out by Kennington Movers are covered by our goods in transit insurance, which protects your belongings while they are loaded, transported and unloaded by our team. We also hold public liability insurance to cover accidental damage to property or third parties. These policies sit alongside our careful handling methods, use of protective materials and trained staff, providing a strong combination of prevention and protection. Full policy details and limits are available on request.
What’s included in your man and van service?
Our standard service includes a suitable van, a professional driver–porter (and extra porters if booked), loading and unloading of your items, protection with blankets and straps, and transport between your addresses. We place items into the rooms you specify at the new property. Optional extras include packing services, supply of boxes and materials, and dismantling/reassembly of furniture agreed in advance. We’ll set out everything in your quote so you know exactly what is and isn’t included.
How is a professional removals man and van different from a casual service?
A professional man and van service, like Kennington Movers, operates with trained staff, purpose-equipped vehicles and proper insurance. Casual operators may not have fully insured cover, may lack experience with heavy or fragile items and are less likely to plan for parking, building rules or timing. We provide written confirmations, clear pricing and a structured process, which reduces the risk of cancellations, damage and delays. In short, you get a removals-standard service, just scaled to the size of your move.
How far in advance should I book?
For the best choice of dates and times, especially at month-end and weekends, we recommend booking your Kennington man and van at least one to two weeks in advance. That said, we regularly accommodate shorter notice moves when our schedule allows. Once you know your likely move date, get in touch and we can pencil you in, then confirm when your plans are final. Early contact also gives us time to consider any parking suspensions or building requirements.
