What to prepare before the van is due
In Shawlands, the smoothest moves are the ones where packing is finished and the loading route is already understood. High-street competition near kilmarnock road plus tighter residential parking on the surrounding side streets make last-minute guesswork particularly expensive in time.
Good prep protects the first hour, which is usually where small moves either settle down or drift off plan.
What the driver needs to know in advance
Share the stopping point, floor level, entry system, awkward items and any timing restrictions before move day.
Accurate notes usually matter more than overlong instructions.