Whether you’re needing to shift a small load or you’re planning a full house move, there are plenty of scenarios where you might find you need to transport things that don’t quite fit into the boot of your car!

Moving into your first student flat, shifting to a new city, picking up a piece of furniture that you’ve bought on Trade Me, taking green waste to the tip or hauling soil for a landscaping project – if you don’t have your own van or trailer at home, you might be wondering what your options are.

Choosing the right vehicle for the job is key to ensuring a smooth, stress-free move, but knowing where to start can be tricky.

That’s why we’ve done the research for you. Read on to discover different options for trailer, truck and van hire in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch – plus some of the key things you should consider before locking in your decision.

If you’re short on time, or it’s all feeling a bit overwhelming and you’d rather someone take care of the hard work for you – Ezy Peazy has you covered!

Thanks to our extensive network of professional taskers up and down the country, booking affordable, stress-free moving services is just a few clicks away! From packing up your items for you, to getting them to where they need to go and unloading them at the other end – the movers you hire via Ezy Peazy can do it all.  

Choosing the Right Vehicle and Equipment for the Job

Regardless of what you’re moving, your first step is to ensure you’re choosing the right type of vehicle for the job. While a van might do the trick for a single piece of furniture, it’ll take a few trips to move a whole house!

Moving van rental  

Don’t fork out on a large moving truck if you don’t need to. Moving vans are best suited to small to medium moves, single or smaller pieces of furniture, and business deliveries. If you’re helping your kid move into their first flat and they just have a few boxes, a relocation van could be the perfect, cost-effective option. Plus, vans tend to come in a range of difference sizes – from standard cargo vans to high-roof vans – making them a super versatile option.

Moving truck hire

Moving a whole house, entire office or emptying a storage unit? A moving truck might be the way to go. If you’re looking at shifting a three-bedroom house for instance, or you’re moving across the country – furniture truck hire may end up being more cost effective than a van, as you’ll be able to make the shift in one go. Like vans, trucks come in a range of available sizes, from 2-tonne on the smaller side, ranging all the way up to 4.5 tonne, and larger. Many trucks also come with useful features, like tail lifts and ramps – which make life a whole lot easier when moving items like fridges, couches, and other heavy furniture and appliances.

Trailer hire

From cage trailers to enclosed and flatbed trailers – trailers are another versatile option – great for moving heavy, bulky items that may not be easy to get into a van, or messy materials – like soil, green waste or other rubbish. When considering trailer hire, you’ll want to double-check your vehicle’s towing capacity (and make sure you have a tow bar), plus ensure you have tie-downs handy to keep your load secure. It can also be helpful to scope out your route beforehand, too. For instance, are there any points where you might need to reverse the trailer – and if so – is this something you’re confident doing?

Van, Truck & Trailer Hire Options

So, you’ve settled on the option that’s best for you. Great! Your next task is to decide where to hire your moving trailer, truck or van from.

Here’s a few good options to get you started:

1. U-save
   U-save is a decent option for those moving across the country, with depots in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. Offering vans, trailers and trucks, there’s a range of flexible options – all of which can be driven with a standard class 1 licence.
   
    
2. Metropolitan Rentals
   Metropolitan Rentals offers van and furniture truck hire in Auckland. Note that they don’t do one-way moves, so if you’re moving to another city, this isn’t the option for you.
   
    
3. Hireace
   Hireace rents out a wide range of different vehicles and trailers, including furniture trucks, flat deck trailers, cage trailers, and cargo vans. With locations around New Zealand, they also offer one-way truck hire – a great option if you need furniture truck hire in Wellington, for instance, but are moving to another city.
   
    
4. Budget
   Specialising in affordable rentals, Budget is another company that offers one-way truck and van hire, with a huge range of vehicle sizes to choose from. Located around the country, they’re also able to help provide moving supplies like bubble-wrap, blankets, and boxes.
   
    
5. Cityhop
   Need moving van hire in Christchurch, Wellington or Auckland? Cityhop offers vans for hire at Mitre 10 branches around the country. Vans can be easily booked via an app and rented for a few hours or a few days.
   
    
6. Kennards Hire
   Need to rent a trailer to move dirt, transport a new piece of furniture, or take renovation waste to the local tip? Kennards Hire offers a range of trailer hire options, including specialised furniture trailers. Locations can be found nationwide, including in Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch.
   
    
7. Z Trailer Hire
   Z Energy makes trailer hire easy. Cage, flat deck and furniture trailers can be picked up from a huge range of service stations nationwide. Simply drop by, rent your trailer, and drop it back off once you’re done.
   
    
8. James Blond Rentals
   Another option for Aucklanders – James Blond rentals offer a wide range of van, truck and trailers for hire. Despite being primarily Auckland-based, they offer some one-way rentals.

Truck, Van, and Trailer Rentals – Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Are there any specific licence requirements I need to hire a truck, van or trailer?

In New Zealand, a full class 1 licence enables you to drive cars weighing less than 4500kg. However, the gross laden weight (GLW) – the weight of the load you’re carrying – will also need to be taken into account to ensure you’re not exceeding the limit. You’ll likely find a moving truck falls within this limit. You can read more about different licencing requirements on the NZ Transport Agency website.

Q. Do I need to be able to drive a manual?

These days, many vans are made with automatic transmissions. And while trucks are more likely to have a manual transmission, it is possible to find automatic options – although you mind need to do a little more calling and emailing around.

Q. I’m moving to another city. Are there long-distance moving truck rental options?

Yes! Lots of rental companies offer what are called one-way hires where a vehicle can be picked up in one location and dropped off in another. Needing furniture truck hire in Christchurch, but moving up to Auckland? There’ll be plenty of options to suit your needs.

Q. Will I be charged per kilometre traveled?

Looking at moving van hire in Wellington and need to travel all the way from Upper Hutt to Levin? While some companies offer unlimited mileage, others charge per kilometre to cover road user charges. It pays to shop around to compare pricing packages. In addition to per-kilometre charges, many companies charge a bond, day-rate and insurance fees.

Take Care of all Your Moving Needs with Ezy Peazy

Insurance, day rates, kilometre charges, weight limits - if the thought of self-moving feels overwhelming – you’re not alone.

That’s why Ezy Peazy offers a range of comprehensive moving services, taking care of everything from packing to transport and unloading. Whether you’re after a man with a van – someone who can come to you with their own moving van and shift your items for you, help relocating heavy furniture, or stress-free and affordable house moving services, you’ll find it on Ezy Peazy.

All you need to do is post a job on our platform, detailing your location, budget and preferred timeframe, and wait for quotes from professional movers to roll in. Accept the offer of your choice and sit back while your tasker does the heavy lifting – whether that’s transporting soil in a trailer, packing up your five-bedroom family home, or helping your child shift into their first student flat.

Browse our moving services by city below:

• Movers in Auckland
• Movers in Wellington
• Movers in Christchurch

Wrapping Up

Getting things from A to B can be a logistical challenge – especially if you don’t have your own truck, trailer or van. While there are a range of affordable, highly rated rental services in New Zealand, sometimes it’s just easier and more efficient to leave things to the professionals.

Luckily, with Ezy Peazy, access to affordable, convenient moving services near you are just a few clicks away.

About Ezy Peazy

Founded in 2019, Ezy Peazy is an innovative platform that connects people with skilled taskers to get all manner of jobs taken care of. From household repairs and rubbish removal to furniture assembly and landscaping, Ezy Peazy makes it simple and straightforward to find trusted help for virtually anything you need. With transparent reviews, competitive pricing, and a user-friendly experience, Ezy Peazy is transforming the way Kiwis get things done.