Van insurance for moving house
Moving day is stressful enough without the hire desk querying your paperwork. A day or a weekend of comprehensive van cover, bought before you arrive, keeps the move on schedule.
Hire company cover is not always the cheapest option
Depot insurance is convenient, but it is typically sold as a daily add-on with a high excess and limited driver flexibility. Buying your own comprehensive policy for the same days often costs less and gives you a certificate you can compare on price rather than accept at the counter.
Check the hire agreement before you decline their waiver — some contracts require a minimum level of cover or a maximum excess, and the insurer's certificate states both clearly.
Borrowing a van from work or a friend
If a colleague or family member is lending you their van, a temporary policy in your name is the clean answer. Their commercial or annual policy stays out of it, and any damage on moving day is dealt with under your cover.
Cover the whole weekend, not just the drive
Most moves run long. Buy cover from the morning you collect the van to the morning you return it, including any overnight stop where the loaded van is parked at the new address.
Frequently asked questions
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