How Much Does a Man and Van Cost in Skelmersdale?

“How much will it cost?” is the first question almost everyone asks us, and it is a fair one. The honest answer is that it depends on what is moving, how far it is going and how easy it is to get in and out of each property. This guide explains the typical prices we see around Skelmersdale and what pushes them up or down.

Our hourly rates

The simplest way to book is by the hour. Both options come with a Luton van and a 2 hour minimum.

• Van & Driver: £40 per hour. Ideal if you have friends or family to do the lifting. We supply the Luton van and do the driving, and your team handles the loading and unloading. The shortest booking is 2 hours, so £80.
• 1 Man & Van: £50 per hour. For when you would like an extra pair of hands. Your driver helps get everything into and out of the van, and you can bring extra helpers for anything that needs more than two people. The shortest booking is 2 hours, so £100.

Typical fixed prices

Prefer a single price for the whole job? These are guide prices for local jobs in and around Skelmersdale. Call or text 07448 098144 for an exact quote.

• Single item moves (a sofa, fridge freezer or wardrobe): from around £35 to £90. See our single item moves page.
• Marketplace, eBay and store collections: from around £40 to £120 depending on distance. See furniture collection and delivery.
• Student moves: from around £50 to £180.
• Flat removals (one or two beds): from around £120 to £400. See flat removals.
• House removals (two to four beds): from around £250 to £900. See house removals.

What affects the price?

How much you are moving

The biggest factor is volume. A one-bed flat might fit in a single trip, while a four-bed house could need a bigger crew or a second run. A quick list of rooms and big items, or a few photos, lets us price it accurately.

Distance

Local moves within Skelmersdale, Up Holland or Parbold are the cheapest because there is very little drive time. Moves to Wigan, St Helens or Aughton take a little longer, and long distance moves are priced on the total time and fuel.

Access at both ends

Stairs with no lift, long walks from the parking spot, narrow doorways and tight village lanes all add time. Let us know about these up front and there will be no surprises on the day.

Dismantling and packing

We take beds and wardrobes apart and rebuild them as standard on house moves. If you want us to pack for you as well, our packing service is priced separately.

How to keep your costs down

1. Be ready on the day. Boxes packed, taped and labelled before we arrive saves time and money.
2. Declutter first. Every item you sell or donate before the move is one less thing to carry.
3. Be flexible with the date. Mid-week and mid-month moves are often easier to fit in than Fridays and month ends.
4. Sort out parking. Save a space as close to the door as possible at both ends.
5. Do the lifting yourself. If you have friends or family to help, Van & Driver at £40 per hour is the cheapest option.

Hourly or fixed price?

If the job is straightforward and you are organised, booking by the hour is usually the best value, as you only pay for the time used (with a 2 hour minimum). For bigger moves where you would rather know the total up front, ask us for a fixed price instead.

Get your free quote

Whether you are in Ormskirk, Skelmersdale or anywhere in West Lancashire, the quickest way to get a price is to call or text 07448 098144 with your addresses, your date and a rough list of what is moving. Most quotes take less than five minutes.