You have lots of options when you’re looking to hire a van. If you’ve not done it before, you might be finding the process stressful or confusing. Luckily, the experts at Meashams have been hiring vans, cars and minibuses to people all over London for 50 years. You are in safe hands with us.
We aim to make the van rental process simple. Take a look at the steps you’ll need to take to make sure you can complete your booking easily with the minimum of hassle.
Choose your van
First, you’ll need to know which van it is that you want to hire. We have a variety of different vans and specialist large vehicles to suit a wide range of needs. You’ll need to know roughly what space you’ll need in the van for your items. Plus, if you’re moving heavy items, you might want the helping hand of a tail lift to get things in and out much easier.
If you’re not sure, you can get in touch. Our friendly team will be able to help match you with the right vehicle based on your intended load and use.
We’ve also got lots of tips to help you safely load your van. Check them out.
See our rental checklist here to make sure you’ve got everything you need to hire.
Make sure you’ve got the right documents
There are certain things that we, and other van hire companies, need to see before we can give you the keys. Of course, we’ll need to see your driving licence so we can be sure you’re legally allowed to drive. Our hirers need to have held a valid driving licence for 2 years or more and must be over the age of 25.
As well as your licence, we’ll need to see:
- Your passport
- A recent pay slip or tax letter
- A recent utility bill
- Your national insurance number or your driving licence check code
Read our FAQs for hiring here.
Know your hire dates
You might only need your van for half a day, a weekend, or a much longer period for a business hire. We have flexible hire terms to suit your travel specifications. So have an idea of how long you’ll need your van for so we can work out the best hire price for you.
If you need to extend your hire at any point, that no problem. Just make sure you get in touch before the end of your current agreement so we can extend your insurance cover and take the additional payment.
Know your fuel limits
We’ll supply the van with a full tank of fuel, so you can get straight to work once you’ve collected it from us. But, we do ask that you return it to us full, otherwise we’ll have to ask you for a refuelling charge.
Check out our tips for increasing fuel economy here.
Wondering when you should book in your hire vehicle? Check out our tips.
Make sure you have insurance at all times
You need to be insured at all times when you’re driving a vehicle. You’ll be fully insured each time you rent a van through Meashams. We make sure you’re fully aware of any accident, damage or loss liabilities and excess. We even offer windscreen protection for that extra peace of mind.
It’s very unlikely that any of our hire vans will break down. But if something does go wrong with the vehicle during your hire, you’ve got the security of roadside recovery and home start services.
If you do happen to be in an accident, we ask that you report it to us within 30 minutes of it occurring. We’ll give you an emergency contact number so that you can report any accidents.
Can someone else drive? Learn more about adding additional drivers here.
Know what and when you’ll be charged
We make sure our prices are clear. You’ll know exactly what your hire will cost, including when deposits and full payments need to be made. If you become a regular hirer with us, we can also offer a hire account to streamline your service.
Be clear on your cancellation policy
We know that your circumstances might change, so we offer a 72 hour cancellation policy. If you need to cancel within the 72 hours of your arranged collection date, you might still get a refund if the vehicle is re-hired by someone else.
Call 0208 578 6858 for your no obligation hire quote.
Meashams are experts in hiring vans. We have been delivering quality vehicles to customers all over London for half a century! If you need a van, get in touch. Our experts are here to discuss your needs and help match you to the very best van for your trip.
Worried about driving a van for the first time? Take a look at our tips for driving a van to give you more confidence behind the wheel.