Renting a moving van How to make your move stress-free
A move always involves a lot of effort. The right planning and the right transport vehicle are crucial for carrying out the move smoothly and efficiently. If you rent a moving van, you not only save time and effort, but also ensure that your belongings arrive safely at your new home.
In this blog post, you will learn how to rent the right moving van, which vehicle size is ideal for your move and what to look for when choosing a provider.
Why rent a moving van?
A moving van is the core element of a well-planned move. If you do not have a suitable vehicle available, you face the challenge of splitting your furniture and boxes across many small trips or using expensive freight services. With a moving van, you ensure that you can transport all your belongings in just a few trips – cost-effectively, efficiently and flexibly.
Finding the right moving van
If you rent a moving van, you should consider the following points to make the right choice:
The size of the vehicle
The vehicle size depends on the amount of furniture and boxes you have, as well as the size of your apartment. Here are some rules of thumb:
- Apartment up to 25 m²: A small van offers space for around 5 m³ of moving goods. Ideal for single-person households and small apartments. This type is easy to drive, similar to a car.
- Apartment up to 50 m²: A medium-sized van or Sprinter is suitable for apartments up to 50 m² and offers significantly more storage space. One advantage: Sprinter vans can also be driven with a standard category B driving licence.
- Apartment over 50 m²: For larger moves, it may make sense to rent a truck to keep the number of trips as low as possible. Please note that a special driving licence, such as C1 or C, is required for larger trucks.
Choosing the right provider
- Private or commercial: You can either borrow a van privately from acquaintances or rent one from a professional provider. The latter often offer better insurance and more flexible rental terms.
- Comparing providers: Many DIY stores and car rental companies offer affordable rental vans. Pay attention to costs for mileage limits, as these can quickly add up during a move. Another tip: prices are often cheaper on weekdays than at weekends.
- Hiring a moving company: If the overall organisational effort is too much for you, you can hire a moving company such as DACHSER & KOLB. Here, you not only get the right vehicle, but also professional support with loading and unloading.
Loading the moving van correctly
A key factor for a successful move is loading the moving van correctly. To avoid damage and make optimal use of the available space, you should keep the following points in mind:
- Dismantle bulky furniture: Take apart larger pieces of furniture to store them in a space-saving way and make loading and unloading easier.
- Protect delicate items: Use blankets or bubble wrap to protect delicate furniture and fragile items.
- Distribute weight evenly: Make sure to place heavy items at the bottom and distribute the weight evenly throughout the vehicle. Use tension straps to secure everything and prevent items from shifting during the journey.
Organise parking options
Make sure you have a suitable parking space near the entrance on moving day. If you live on a busy street, you can arrange a no-parking zone. This helps you avoid long carrying distances and makes loading and unloading significantly easier.
Renting a moving van made easy
DACHSER & KOLB offers the perfect solution for a fast and smooth move. We take care of the entire moving process – from detailed planning through to complete execution. Whether it is a small single apartment or a large family apartment, our experienced professionals ensure that your move runs stress-free and smoothly.
Rely on DACHSER & KOLB to make your move efficient and relaxed while we take care of all the details and logistics.
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Donna Draganov
Teamlead Customer Service & Sales - ROAD
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