What access details matter for a man and van move in Gorgie?
Check the route from the loading point to the items, including door widths, stair turns and any lift. For a furniture collection, obtain those details from the seller as well as checking your own address. Choose loading help using the actual items and access.
Local arrangements to check
Edinburgh describes a dispensation for loading on a single yellow line beyond thirty minutes. Confirm that this is the relevant restriction before applying. The correct arrangement depends on the exact Edinburgh street restriction; building access remains a separate permission. Read Edinburgh parking dispensations and suspensions for the current instructions.
Apply this to your address
For a move with a shared close, identify the right entry door and who can unlock it. Confirm how the vehicle will wait lawfully if the property is not ready; continuous loading and waiting are different activities.
Make an access record for both addresses
- Record the lawful stopping position, carrying distance, steps and entrance used.
- Measure awkward items against the narrowest door, corridor, stair turn or lift opening.
- Confirm lift reservations, keys and any building loading slot with the responsible person.
Send photographs and measurements before the move if an item may not pass. Discuss preparation or a different handling plan with the team; do not wait until arrival to discover that the planned route is unusable.
Read the moving-day preparation checklist, or return to Gorgie man and van to check your move price.
Related local guidance
Edinburgh Area Guide · Gorgie Moving Costs · Edinburgh ULEZ guide
