Moving home this summer makes sense for many families, because school is out and the evenings are long. However, summer is also the busiest season for vans. Demand climbs from late June to the end of August, so availability tightens. If you plan to use van hire in Warrington, book your date early.
Choosing a Van for Moving Home This Summer
Volume matters more than the number of rooms. Most people underestimate how much space boxes take. Therefore, a van that is too small means a second trip on a hot day.
A one bedroom flat usually fits in a short wheelbase low roof van. For two bedrooms, a long wheelbase high roof van is safer. Larger homes, meanwhile, suit an extra long wheelbase van. If you have heavy appliances, a Luton van with tail lift saves your back in the heat.
Loading on a Hot Day
Start early, before the hottest part of the day. Load heavy items first, low and against the bulkhead. Next, stand mattresses along the sides. Then fill gaps with duvets and strap the load. Also, keep plenty of water to hand. Our guide on how to load a hire van safely covers more.
Timing Your Summer Move
Many families time the move around the school holidays. You can check your local dates on the official GOV.UK school term dates page. In addition, summer weekend traffic on the M56 can be heavy, so set off early. Local moves between Latchford van hire and Penketh van hire areas are often quicker on a weekday.
Collecting Your Van
We open Monday to Saturday, 8am to 4pm, with secure parking on site. Most vans need no deposit. Bring your photocard licence and a DVLA check code.
If you are moving home this summer, call 01925 396 222 to secure your date. Alternatively, use our contact us page.
