Compare commercial box trucks and diverse vehicle choices available in Duns.
Choose the truck that suits the freight
Before anything else, think about what actually needs moving. A curtainsider suits palletised stock that can be loaded from the side, while a flatbed handles awkward plant or building materials that crane on from above. Traders shifting soil, rubble or garden waste often prefer a tipper, and anyone carrying chilled or frozen goods will want one of the refrigerated options. Rigid trucks span 7.5T up to 18 tonne and above, so matching deck size and payload to the job at the start avoids settling for something under-spec or paying for space you won't fill. Tell the hire team the heaviest single item and how it will be loaded, and they can point you towards the right category.
Time the booking around your project
Hire periods flex to suit the work in hand. A single-day run between Duns and a supplier has different demands from a week-long contract spread across several sites, and daily rates apply for shorter commitments. Rather than fixing dates before you've checked vehicle availability, sketch the job first: when the load will be ready, how long the driving and unloading will realistically take, and whether a weekend or overnight period would ease pressure. Once that picture is clear, booking early gives you the widest choice of trucks for your window.
Settle the terms before you sign
Every truck comes with comprehensive cover as standard, though you should ask how the excess works and whether additional protection makes sense for your job. Confirm who will be named on the agreement, what licence each driver holds, and whether the mileage allowance matches your route. If you need the vehicle brought to a Duns address, taken elsewhere at the end of the hire, or driven into Europe, raise it at this stage so the arrangements and any charges are agreed in writing rather than assumed.
Make your enquiry count
A precise first enquiry speeds everything up. Note your preferred collection and return times, roughly how far you expect to drive, and any non-negotiables such as a tail lift, refrigeration or a particular deck length. Availability and the exact model are confirmed when the booking is made, so keep your details handy and respond promptly if the team comes back with questions.
Questions before you book
Can SDVH deliver a truck to my address in Duns?
Delivery and collection may be available to UK addresses. Confirm the address, timing and any charge for your booking.
What insurance comes with the truck?
Standard insurance is included, with the applicable excess and any optional cover explained before the hire is agreed.
