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How To Find A Moving Truck
When you need to move a large item or lots of smaller items, sometimes a car or a van will just not be big enough. Whether it’s the transport of goods or moving your home, you will likely need to find a moving truck to help you with the transport of your stuff.
Typically, this could involve searching through numerous websites and phonebooks, calling around to collect quotes, and comparing them. Whilst this may work, there is a much more efficient route to finding a truck for moving - Shiply.
On Shiply, you can save not only valuable time but also money! Listing your job takes just a few seconds and you will start to receive quotes from rated moving truck services in minutes.
How Much Does A Moving Truck Cost?
Unfortunately, it is quite difficult to give an accurate estimate for the pricing of a moving truck service due to numerous different factors that can affect it. However, to give you a better idea of what you can expect hiring a moving truck to cost, here are the most significant factors:
Truck Size - All trucks are big, but they are still not all equal! You can hire a huge 18-wheeler if that is what you need, but it will be more expensive than renting a medium-sized truck. Accurate item descriptions will help moving truck services work out what size vehicle you need.
Distance - You will pay more for longer distances, but the price per mile tends to come down for longer journeys, meaning whilst it will still be more expensive, it will not break the bank.
Timings - Drivers on Shiply are looking to pick up work on routes they already drive, so the convenience for them allows them to offer lower prices. If you need your stuff dropped off on a certain date or time then this will cost you a bit more; the more flexible you can be with timings, the cheaper your moving truck transport service will be.
Locations - It is uncommon, but pick-up or drop-off locations that are unusually out of the way can occasionally incur extra charges just for how far away they are from any standard delivery route.
How Can Shiply Help Find A Truck For Moving?
There are so many options out there when thinking about a moving truck that it can be difficult to know where to start. You may be unsure about the timings, pricing, or the size of truck you need for your move. This is where Shiply can help you.
You just need to provide us with some basic information about your job, such as the pick-up and drop-off locations, the size or amount of items that need moving, and when your stuff needs to be moved by. Once uploaded, your job will be posted on our job board and moving truck services will start to send you quotes, often within 30 minutes. On Shiply, you have one space where you can collect quotes, compare them, and message each moving trucker individually should you have further questions. There are also reviews and feedback scores, allowing you to feel confident in your truck moving service.
Further, by using Shiply, you are not only helping out the environment by using drivers who are ‘going there anyway’, but you are also saving money, as rates can be up to 75% cheaper on Shiply.
Preparing For Your Moving Truck
Once you have looked over some quotes, chosen one, and booked it, then you will need to get ready for your moving truck to arrive. We suggest the following:
Disassembly - If there is anything being moved that can be disassembled then we highly recommend doing this before pick-up. It will not only reduce the size of the items but also massively reduces the risk of them being damaged during transit.
Packing - Your moving truck service will likely have packing supplies, but you should always message to check if you need some! Ensure your items can’t bump into each other or move around in the truck for the safest transport.
Photographs - Just as a precautionary measure we recommend you take photos of your items before pickup, as if there is any damage during transit, these will serve as proof of their condition before.
What To Do After Delivery
Once your moving truck has dropped your items off, we suggest that you check them over and make sure everything is as it should be. If there are any issues, raise them immediately with your moving truck service representative.
Finally, please leave feedback and a review of your chosen truck for moving. It helps future Shiply users know more about their service and what to expect.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Shiply Cover My Area?
Yes! There are couriers using Shiply all over the country and abroad, so whether you need to move a sofa across town or send a car across Europe, we have got you covered.
Does Shiply Have Different Sized Vehicles?
There are thousands of couriers on Shiply, with a wide range of vehicle sizes capable of handling any delivery. Providing the rough dimensions (and pictures if possible) on your listing will allow the delivery company to get the right vehicle sent out to you.
How Can I Contact Shiply Support?
Shiply Support is available from 9am - 6pm Monday to Friday. You can send an email to .
Who Will Carry Out My Delivery?
Whoever you choose! There are thousands of rated transport providers on our platform ready to make a bid to carry out your delivery. It is up to you to decide which quote to accept.
When Will I Receive A Quote?
You will typically start to receive quotes within 30 minutes. If you are worried about the lack of quotes, try adding some more detail to your listing as transport providers may be unsure of dimensions or weight and feel unable to provide an accurate quote. If your delivery is urgent, you can try our 'featured delivery' feature which moves your listing to the top of the search page for couriers.
How Many Quotes Will I Receive?
Whilst there is no guarantee of quotes, 98% of our listings receive at least 3 quotes, so you are likely to find someone who can undertake the delivery of your items.
Does Shiply Provide Packing Materials?
If your item requires packing materials or extra care then you should make sure this is highlighted in your listing and discussed with any transport provider whose quote you are considering. Couriers on Shiply are able to provide all levels of service and can help pack your items, just ensure you inform them of your needs.
Will My Goods Be Tied Up Securely?
Transport providers will almost always tie up an item in the transport vehicle, as the risk of damage from moving around during transit is high. You should always confirm safety precautions and packing needs with transport providers before accepting a quote.
Can Items Be Taken Upstairs?
Yes, items can be taken upstairs if needed, and can also be assembled. Transport providers on Shiply are happy to provide these services, but you should ensure that you are mentioning these requirements in your listings as it may mean a second person is required for the move.
Can I Travel With My Goods?
The majority of transport providers on Shiply are only insured for the transportation of goods, however, some are also able to take people. If you need to travel with your goods, make sure to mention this in your listing and highlight this to any courier who quotes on your listing.
What If I Need To Cancel My Booking?
If you have accepted a quote and paid the deposit but wish to cancel the delivery, then you should first inform your chosen transport provider that you no longer require the delivery. You should then contact us at to have your deposit refunded.
Can I Change The Address Of The Delivery?
If you have not yet accepted a quote then you are able to change the address of your listing. Note that editing details of your listing after publishing will result in active quotes being voided, so you will have to wait for new quotes to come in. If you have already accepted a quote and need to change the address, please let your transport provider know and contact us at .
How Shiply Works
How Shiply Works
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Request quotes from our 459,600 rated transport providers.
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Compare prices and read previous customer feedback to pick the right delivery quote for you.
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Sit back and relax while your item is safely delivered by your chosen transport provider.
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How Shiply Helps The Environment
By utilising spare capacity of vehicles running on the road, Shiply helps reduce the number of otherwise wasteful journeys needed to transport the item.
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