How should I prepare a man and van move in Solihull?
Confirm what is moving, who will load it, and how the team can reach the items at both ends. For a collection, agree the handover with the seller. Have the access details ready before selecting the vehicle, help and date.
Local arrangements to check
Start a necessary Solihull dispensation request early enough for approval and permit display. Confirm the latest instructions rather than relying on submission alone. Use these published terms with the council’s current application instructions; they do not cover neighbouring Black Country councils. Read Solihull dispensation terms for the current instructions.
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Check the vehicle registration and precise loading location before seeking Solihull permission. If a private drive is proposed, confirm its usable space and the route to the furniture rather than assuming it fits the selected van.
Work through the move in this order
- Before booking: list the load, measure difficult items and describe both access routes.
- Once the date is known: arrange necessary street permissions and building slots, checking their actual lead times.
- Before arrival: finish packing, label rooms, keep essential items separate and confirm keys and contacts.
- On the day: check the loading position and tell the team about changes before work starts.
There is no universal booking lead time that guarantees availability. Use the council’s actual notice rules and your building’s arrangements, then check availability for your move details and date.
Read the access information to prepare, or return to Solihull man and van to check your move price.
Related local guidance
Birmingham man and van area guide · Solihull Moving Costs · Birmingham ULEZ guide