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The Hidden Cost Of Removal Companies 2025: How Self Drive Van Hire Keeps Money In Your Pocket

Are you looking to move home and considering a removal company to help you get moved in? Give this one a read before you make your decision! In this post we use a real-world case scenario to show how you can save hundreds of pounds, by moving yourself or with the help of friends and family. We look at, what is the average cost of a removal company UK and expected price changes relating to the cost of removal companies 2025. Don't miss this one, it could hurt your wallet!

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Minimum Age to Hire a Van UK

Can I Hire A Van On My Licence? Yes, the great news is if you are aged 23+ you can hire any van at hirefleet on a standard UK driving licence if you have a minimum of 2 years driving experience. What size van can I hire on a normal licence, can I drive a 3.5 tonne van? You are allowed to drive any van up to 3.5 tonne on a standard UK driving licence.
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True Cost of Moving House 2023

Looking to move home but unsure about exactly how much it will cost you in 2023? Don’t worry, we will break down the key variables, costs, and considerations. We will also share with you how to save money when moving house by hiring a luton removal van instead of paying over the odds for a removal company.
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Can I Drive With International Licence In UK?

Can I Use My International Driving Licence In UK? If you are from an EEA country which covers the European Union as well as Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein you can drive on your international driving licence without any additional driving tests. If you are aged 70+ then you will be required to exchange your European driving licence for a British driving licence.
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Do I Need A Van Tip Permit

Do you need a permit for the tip when driving a van? Since most local tips and waste management services treat vans as commercial vehicles there will usually be a permit requirement and occasionally associated fees for tradesmen that use the tip frequently. It is also important to note that some tips may refuse commercial vehicles on-site altogether. 
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What Is A Panel Van?

Simply put panel vans are regular vans usually without rear windows, side windows or rear seating. They are primarily used for commercial transport to keep goods privately enclosed and remove visibility of valuable items, loads and tools within the van. The enclosed storage also helps minimise harsh weather affecting goods that would be otherwise vulnerable with windows. 
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Guide To Complete Driving Licence & DVLA Logbook Change Of Address (V5C)

Can you change your address on your driving licence online? Yes, If you’re looking to do this you need to do this directly via the dedicated GOV website page, (driving licence address update online). This is the easiest way to get the job done quickly. You can also change driving licence address details by post if preferred, in this case you will require a D741 form that should have come alongside your photocard UK driving licence. Don’t worry if you haven’t got the form or wouldn’t know where to look to find it, you can also pick-up a D1 form from the Post Office or simply download a D1 form from the GOV website.
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