Moving sizeable loads around Old St. Mellons becomes far less of a headache with a properly maintained rigid truck from SDVH, backed by comprehensive cover and flexible hire terms.
Choosing the right truck in Old St. Mellons
Our rigid truck range spans 7.5 tonne (7.5T) models through to 18 tonne (18T) configurations, so heavier consignments need not be a problem. Alongside sturdy flatbed trucks and practical curtain-side trucks, tipper trucks are also supplied for site work and loose materials. Whether you need the vehicle for a single day, a week or longer, hire periods include both short-term arrangements and weekly agreements. Every model is kept well-serviced before it goes out, and collection or delivery can be arranged around the schedule that suits your project. Matching the truck to the task is straightforward once we know what you are carrying.
Match the vehicle to the job
Tell us roughly what the load weighs, how many people will travel in the cab and what access looks like at both ends of the journey. With those details, the hire team can recommend an appropriate category or a similar model that fits. A curtain-side truck, for instance, suits palletised freight that needs side loading, while a tipper handles aggregates and rubble far better. Being upfront about narrow lanes, loading bays or restricted turning space at the outset helps us avoid recommending something that will struggle on the day.
Confirm the hire terms
Before the agreement is finalised, check your hire dates, the mileage option attached to the booking, the standard insurance excess and which drivers are named on the paperwork. If you need the truck brought to you, dropped elsewhere, or taken across to Europe, raise it now so the arrangements and any associated costs are clear from the start. Getting these points settled early means fewer surprises at handover and a smoother handback later.
Prepare a useful enquiry
A little detail goes a long way when you contact us. Give your preferred collection times, an estimate of the mileage you expect to cover, and any particular requirements such as body type or load security. Exact model availability is confirmed at the point of booking, so the more accurately you describe the job, the quicker we can lock in the right vehicle for you.
Questions before you book
Can SDVH deliver a truck to Old St. Mellons?
Delivery and collection may be available to UK addresses. Confirm the address, timing and any charge for your booking.
Is insurance included?
Standard insurance is included, with the applicable excess and any optional cover explained before the hire is agreed.



