Van Hire Wick St. Lawrence

Count Every Hour, Not Just the Driving

The drive is only part of the job. Add time for loading, unloading and any waiting at either end. Say you are delivering furniture down a narrow track. Reversing, carrying and double-checking could add two hours to a thirty-minute run. Book for the whole job. Padding your rental window costs little. Running over it costs a lot.

Write the Cover Questions Down Before You Enquire

Phone calls move fast and details get lost. Note your questions beforehand. Ask what the insurance includes, what happens if the van is damaged and who may drive it. Get each answer in writing, even a simple email. One renter saved a dispute this way by keeping a screenshot of her quote terms. Written answers beat memory every time.

Let the Inventory Pick the Vehicle

List everything before you choose a size. Count boxes, measure furniture and note anything long or heavy. A wardrobe and six boxes might fit a medium van. Add a mattress and a ladder, and you may need the larger option. If your delivery involves a low archway or a winding track, ask about vehicles with better visibility. The load decides.

Sort the Driver, the Parking and Both Handovers

Confirm who will drive and whether they meet the age and licence rules. Work out where the van will sit overnight or while loaded. Then check both handover points. Photograph the van at collection and again at return, from several angles. Note the fuel level and any existing marks. Ten minutes of photos protects your deposit and your peace of mind.

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