Why timing changes the pace in Devonport
On a smaller move, the best slot is the one that protects access. In Devonport, older terraces, shared entrances and tighter kerbside loading near busy through-streets, so a good loading window can matter more than shaving a few minutes off the drive.
When the van can arrive and work straight away, the job stays compact. When traffic, access rules or local pressure interrupt the start, the whole booking slows down.
How to choose a better window
If you have flexibility, aim for a quieter weekday period when parking and building access are easier to manage. Avoid the times when the route to the door is busiest or when the crew is most likely to lose time waiting to begin.
For compact jobs, smoother access is usually the simplest way to keep the move efficient.