The Stress-Free Guide to Student Moves
Heading off to university for the first time, or migrating into a new student house in East London or Essex, is a major milestone. But between packing up years of belongings, tracking down your room key, and coordinating travel with your family, student moves can quickly turn into a chaotic headache. Whether you are packing […]
Man with a Van vs Van Hire: Which Is Cheaper?
If you’ve got a move coming up, you’ve probably typed “man with van vs van hire” into Google at some point and been met with a dozen different opinions. Some sites tell you a man with a van is always better value once you add up hidden costs. Others swear self-drive van hire wins every […]
A Van Rental Comparison Guide for First-Time Hirers
Hiring a van for the first time is one of those things that sounds dead simple until you actually try to do it. You go online expecting a quick booking and suddenly you’re staring at six different vehicle categories, optional insurance upgrades you weren’t planning for, and are not sure where to start. We see […]
How to Pack a Removal Van
Moving house is one of those things that sounds simple until you are standing in front of a pile of boxes and a shiny van from Sky Van Hire wondering where on earth the sofa is supposed to go. If you have never done it before then it can feel a bit like a giant […]
How much to hire a van for a day? A simple guide for drivers in Essex
If you have got a house move coming up, a big IKEA run planned or you are helping someone clear a property, you will probably end up searching “how much to hire a van for a day” at some point. The short answer is that it depends on the size of van you need, how […]
Driving a Van in London Ultra-Low Emission Zones (ULEZ)
If you live in London, or are looking to move into London, you should know about the ultra-low emission zones that were introduced to the capital in 2019. If you are looking to drive a van to move in the central London area or your move requires you to cross this area, your ban needs […]
Choosing the Right Van
Here at Sky Van Hire, we have a variety of vans available for hire and know first-hand the importance of tailoring the van you choose to the job it’s needed for. With various vans available to hire, we discuss the considerations you need to take into account when choosing the right vehicle for the job. Size […]
Safety: Driving a Van in Winter
Whether you’re well adept at driving a van or are just hiring one for a one-off requirement, it’s important to take extra precaution when driving in harsh weather conditions. With the cold and frosty weather here to say for a while, we take a look at some top tips for keeping you safe on the […]
Could Your Business Benefit from Van Hire?
If you run a small business that requires the use of vans to carry out your tasks effectively, there are various options available to you. You could, of course, invest in your own fleet of vehicles, but this would mean that you will also need to cover all costs that come with the maintenance of […]
Advantages of a Luton Body Van With Tail Lift
Luton body vans with a tail lift are ideal when moving home or needing to carry large amounts of goods. There are various advantages to our Luton body vans and this latest post delves into them further, giving you an overview of the many features this van comes with. Mechanised Tail Lift Whilst there are […]
How To Hire a Van
The fact of the matter is, not everyone likes to make phone calls. Sometimes, however, it is just necessary when you need to get things done. Here at Sky Van Hire, we have been providing a customer-focused service for many years and want to ensure the process you go through to hire your van is […]
Loading Your Van Effectively
If you’ve hired a van, the chances are that you have a large number of goods to transport from one place to another, or at least a couple of very heavy or large items. Here at Sky Van Hire, we have a wide variety of vans available for hire and in our latest post, we […]
Driving a Van in Snow
We’ve already seen some snow and icy weather conditions this winter, and when out and about in your van, it’s important that you know how to handle this type of extreme weather. At Sky Van Hire, we offer a wide range of vans for rental and have put together a list of tips to help […]
Common Reasons to Hire a Van
Hiring a van is a popular option for both businesses and individuals. There are countless reasons why individuals choose to hire a van and in the latest post from Sky Van Hire, we take a further look into these requirements. Moving Heavy Items It goes without saying that moving heavy items is one of the […]
What Size Van Do I Need?
Moving home is the most common reason that individuals hire a van, however, many people find it a struggle to decide on what size van they need for the job. In the latest post from Sky Van Hire, we provide top tips for choosing your van. Many people overestimate the amount of room they need […]
Tips for City Driving
Driving in the city can be stressful at the best of times and even more so if you’re not used to the hustle and bustle of the roads. For our latest post, we discuss our top tips for getting around the city, helping you have a stress- free journey. When you’re driving around the city, […]
Driving in the Countryside
If you’re used to driving in the city, you may find yourself a little surprised by the differences that driving in the countryside can bring. In the latest post by Sky Van Hire, we discuss our top tips for driving in the countryside, helping you get from A to B safely. Statistics show that there […]
Driving at Dusk
Whatever time of day you are driving, you always need to concentrate on the road and be fully alert. There are obvious hazards to driving in the day and at night – during the day, we may be blinded by the sun and driving in the dark can impair our visibility, even when we have […]
Summer Driving Tips
Driving in the winter can be dangerous for a wide variety of reasons. However, there are several safety tips you should also take heed of when driving in the summer. For today’s blog post, Sky Van Hire discusses summer safety tips, helping to keep you comfortable when driving in the summer heat. Heat One obvious […]
Which Size Van Should I Choose?
Vans come in all shapes and sizes, but before you go ahead and hire or purchase your own van, it will be necessary to determine the type of van you require. Sky Van Hire discusses the various kinds of van available and the things you should consider before you invest. Payload and Dimensions Before making […]