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Which Van is Best For Your Trade?

Vanaways
Vanaways
29th Jun 2021
Which Van is Best For Your Trade?

Whether you’re a plumber, builder, carpenter or any other kind of tradesperson, choosing the right type of vehicle is essential. Working across different locations is a natural part of your job so you need something that’s practical, reliable and suitable for your trade.

Do you work by yourself or do you have a team working with you? Either way, a new van or fleet will ensure that your business operations are as efficient as possible and have enough space to accommodate your tools.

If you’re looking for vans for electricians or something similar, here’s all you need to know.

Questions to ask yourself before purchasing a trades van

Buying a trade van is a big decision as it’s something that you will use every day and rely upon to extend your services to a range of customers. Here are some important questions to ask yourself before purchasing a van.

How much do I carry around with me?

As a tradesperson, your job is likely to require equipment, tools, ladders and other gear that you will need to carry with you. That means that your van must have enough room for everything and be robust enough to withstand the heavy load.

What kind of driving do I do?

Think about the type of driving you normally do. Are you often on the motorway? Are your journeys throughout the city? Vans for electricians, for example, may need to be great at motorway driving since clients can span across different locations. Whatever kind of driving habits you have, your van should match this on efficiency.

How much space do I need?

Van sizes vary depending on the nature of the business, but medium and large vans are a great choice for the most part. Having enough space is essential for storing your tools and parts for optimal load capacity and being the right size to fit on your driveway or wherever you plan on storing your van overnight.

What kind of accessibility do you need?

When you’re carrying around a lot of equipment, especially large items, you need a vehicle that makes getting things in and out very easy. Vans for carpet and flooring professionals often have sliding doors at the rear and sides so you have complete access. Being able to set up quickly

At Vanaways, we stock a good range of new vans for plumbers, electricians, window fitters, and more. We understand the importance of having a reliable vehicle that will accommodate your type of work and that’s why our expert team works tirelessly to find you the best deal.  Browse our selection today and get in touch with us for more information.

Vanaways Reviews

   
Zoe Batchelor

Zoe Batchelor

17 January 2025

"Love the van, Perfect as the spec I ordered, Saving up for the next one, thank you Adrian and Team, Boyd Batchelor, Tillage Nurseries"

Lisa Russell

Lisa Russell

05 August 2024

"Found these guys online and was a little bit wary to buy a new van from someone I hadn't heard of. From the off, the first phone call was professional and gave me all the information that I needed, Theo was great, helpful and I proceeded to order my new van, Paige sorted the paperwork quickly and efficiently and within 10 days I had my new van delivered! The price was very competitive and all parts of the transaction were easy and hassle free, wouldn't hesitate to recommend these guys, Thank you so much for a really good experience."

Yusuf U. Gadzama

Yusuf U. Gadzama

20 August 2024

"I was looking for a good deal on a van online and then came across Van away, at first I was a bit sceptical but later went ahead and bought a Peugeot boxer on an unbeatable price online. The sell team were fantastic all the way and very helpful to say the least. I will highly recommend Van away to anybody that's looking for a van of any kind. Thanks Van Away for your first class service and I will be looking forward to a future deal."

Clare Wood

Clare Wood

19 November 2024

"Just purchased a 2nd van through Vanaways to add to our company fleet. Steve Catley was helpful, communicative and informative all the way through the process. We would definitely use Vanaways again, and would not hesitate to recommend them."

Jay Pee Ay

Jay Pee Ay

05 December 2024

"Paige was outstanding in her responsiveness to what presented as a serious problem for our company. The finance company used by her company caused unnecessary and significant delays in the delivery of our van - the pain of which was mitigated somewhat by Paige's proactive communication, informative and realistic communication and very professional demeanour. I'd recommend her and she meant our view of Vanaways was overall positive."

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