Free · UK 2026
Man & van rate card
A sensible starting point for what to charge — adjust for your area, your van and how busy you are. Nothing here is a fixed price.
Van + driver
higher in and around London
£30–£45 / hour
Second person (helper)
+£15–£20 / hour
Mileage
count both ways — the drive back is empty but still costs you
~£1 / mile
Call-out minimum
every job clears this floor
£40–£50
Stairs (no lift)
+£10 / floor
Weekend / evening
+10–15%
Deposit to secure
stops no-shows; balance in cash on the day
25–50%
Four ways to stop undercharging
- ✓The job usually goes to whoever sends a firm price first — not the cheapest.
- ✓Always charge the return leg. It’s the number-one thing drivers forget.
- ✓Set a call-out minimum so small jobs are still worth your morning.
- ✓Take a deposit on anything bigger or further out — it’s in the bank before you set off.
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The man & van rate-card cheat sheet
Typical UK rates — hourly, mileage, call-out, stairs, weekends — on one page you can keep by the phone.
Man & van pricing — quick answers
What is a typical man and van hourly rate in the UK?+
Most UK man and van drivers charge £30–£45 an hour for the van and driver, higher in and around London. A second person adds roughly £15–£20 an hour.
How much should I charge per mile?+
Around £1 a mile is common — and charge for both legs, because the drive back is empty but the van and fuel still cost you.
Should man and van jobs have a minimum charge?+
Yes. A call-out minimum of £40–£50 means small jobs are still worth your time, since even a short job ties up part of your day.
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