Moving and delivery guides
Practical guides to help you plan moves, deliveries and vehicle recovery, from what affects the cost to how to prepare on the day.
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How much does furniture delivery cost?
The factors that affect the cost of furniture delivery, from size and distance to stairs, timing and vehicle, and how to get a price for your job.
How much does car transport cost?
What affects the cost of moving a car on a transporter: distance, vehicle size, whether it runs, open or enclosed transport, access and timing.
How much do house removals cost?
The factors behind house removal costs: how much you're moving, distance, access, number of movers, vehicle size and moving date.
House move checklist
A practical house move checklist: what to sort before moving day, how to pack, what to do on the day, and what to check once you're in.
How to collect a marketplace or eBay purchase
How to arrange collection of an item bought on eBay, Facebook Marketplace or Gumtree: agreeing with the seller, measuring, staying safe and booking.
How to choose a courier or man and van
What to look for when choosing a courier or man and van: the right vehicle, clear pricing, driver checks, tracking, proof of delivery and reviews.
What to do if your car breaks down
Safety first: get to a safe place, switch on hazard lights and call 999 if you're in danger. Then how to arrange recovery with ASAP Recovery.
How to transport a non-running car
How to move a car that won't start or drive: describing the fault, access for loading, winches and recovery vehicles, paperwork and booking.
Moving a static or touring caravan
How to prepare for moving a touring or static caravan: sizes and weights, roadworthiness, site access, park rules, wide loads and booking.
Shipping container transport guide
How to plan a shipping or storage container move: sizes, weight, site access, ground conditions, crane unloading and booking a suitable vehicle.
Bid Jobs vs Fixed Price Jobs: which should you choose?
The difference between Bid Jobs and Fixed Price Jobs on Cargo One, when each works best, and when to use ASAP Transport or ASAP Recovery instead.
Preparing items for a courier
How to pack, measure and prepare items for a courier or man and van: packing materials, labelling, measuring, weight and access notes.
FAQS
Questions
Do these guides include prices?
No. Every job is different, so the guides explain what affects the cost. Enter your job details to see a price for your exact job.
Which booking types can I use?
ASAP Transport, ASAP Recovery, Bid Jobs and Fixed Price Jobs. The Bid Jobs vs Fixed Price Jobs guide explains which to choose.
I've broken down. What should I do first?
Get to a safe place and switch on your hazard lights. If anyone is in danger, call 999. Then you can book ASAP Recovery 24/7.