For more information and answers to some of our more frequently asked questions, please select a category from the list below ...
We need to see all of the following documentation at the time of hire:
A current full driving licence must be produced by all hirers at the commencement of each and every hire. Hirers with a photo card driving licence must also produce a DVLA check code. This code enables us to view your driving record for insurance purposes. You can produce your code and find further information here:- www.gov.uk/view-driving-licence Please note your unique code is valid for 21 Days or one use. If you do not have your code at time of rental, we regret we would not be able to hire to you.
These must be recent (no more than two months old) utility bills, bank or building society statements showing your current address. A passport is not acceptable as it does not contain your address.
You will be asked to pay for your rental charge plus a refundable deposit which will be taken at the time of hire. Please make sure there is enough credit available on your card. All outstanding payments will be taken from the nominated card. In all cases, a £500.00 refundable deposit is required in addition to the hire charge. For 7.5 Tonne vehicles and Minibuses the deposit is £750.00. Cash / Cheque payments and deposits cannot be accepted under any circumstances. The credit / debit card used for the deposit must be that of the hirer who signs and agrees to the terms of the rental agreement.
PLEASE NOTE: WE CANNOT NOT ACCEPT CONTACTLESS OR APPLE PAY PAYMENTS. THE CARD MUST BE PRESENT IN OUR OFFICE AT TIME OF HIRE
Unless customers own insurance is supplied with prior arrangement and approval, the Hirer is fully covered on insurance provided by Gallagher Car & Van Rentals Limited. The Hirer is fully covered on insurance. The standard excess on all size vans is £500.00 although this figure can alter depending on the age of the driver, the type of vehicle hired, endorsements, previous accidents and driving experience. All MPV , mini buses and 7.5 tonne trucks are £750.00. Overhead damage, damage to tyres, windscreens, wheel trims and upholstery are not covered by the damage waiver, the hirer being liable for the full cost of repair. Collision damage waiver is not available to those customers who opt to use their own insurance. Please note: WE CANNOT INSURE COURIERS OR CUSTOMERS ENGAGED IN MULTIDROP DELIVERIES.
Additional drivers can be insured for a daily charge of £10.00. Full driving licence and identification as above are required.
Whilst every effort will be made to supply the model requested, in the event of it being unavailable, an alternative model will be provided.
Our offices are open 08:00hrs to 17:00hrs Monday - Friday, 08.00hrs to 12.00hrs Saturday and 0830hrs to 0930hrs Sunday. Our offices are closed Public Holidays and Bank Holidays. The hire period is 24 hour period from either 08.00 or 17.00. Rental times may be adjusted to suit individual hirers' requirements subject to vehicle availability.
The mileage on your vehicle is logged at the start and at the end of each hire. We allow 200 miles travel per day (up to a maximum of 2800 miles over 28 days). Additional mileage is charged at 17p (plus VAT) per mile thereafter and is payable on collection of your vehicle. All inclusive mileage packages are available on request at time of booking, please ask for details.
Deposits will be refunded upon return of the vehicle subject to the vehicle being returned in a satisfactory condition and full of fuel. (see fuel section) If vehicles are dropped off out of hours, it is the customers responsibility to contact the office to have their refund effected.
If you wish to extend your hire, arrangements must be made prior to expiry of the current agreement and an additional payment made to enable the insurance cover to be extended.
Vehicles must be returned to the office from which they were rented. Vehicles may be returned out of hours by prior arrangement with us, but will remain the responsibility of the hirer until the office next opens.
The Hirer is responsible for checking water, oil levels, Adblue and tyre pressures daily.
In the unlikely event of a breakdown or accident all our vehicles are covered by Roadside Recovery and Home Start services. Your first point of contact must always be TTS360 Tel: 0333 207 9654 and always quote the vehicle registration number. We are contactable via our office number 24hours a day if you do require our assistance. Tel: 01473 745556.
Your rental vehicle will be supplied with a full tank of fuel. If this is any different on collection you should inform a member of our rental staff who will fill your vehicle for you. We will note on the pre-rental check form and rental agreement, the reading of the fuel gauge. We recommend you fill you hire vehicle before you return and keep the receipt. If however you have not fuelled you rental vehicle on return, we will fill it and charge you our price for our refuelling service. This will be deducted from your deposit.
You may drive our vehicles using you own company's fleet insurance cover, provided we have approved this in advance and a copy of the insurance certifcate provided. In this event, only the restrictions of your own insurance will apply. in the event of an accident when self insuring you are liable for any loss of earnings to the vehicle whilst repairs are carried out.
Business users of vehicles in excess of 3.5 Tonnes GVW will require a Goods Vehicle Operators Licence. Drivers will require a Digital Tachograph and driver C.P.C. cards.
For more infomation please contact our rental department.
“Just wanted to thank the staff at Gallagher for the excellent service given to us on 17-19 April. The minibus we hired was a great way to have all relatives (who travelled from abroad) sightseeing In a group and much more fun! We have recommended your firm in the visitors book of the house where we were staying. Thanks again and our best wishes”
Mr. S.
“Hired a 7.5 tonne lorry and on pick up, I was amazed it was brand new. It was a dream to drive being automatic, just like driving a big van (had to have a Yorkie in celebration). Would definitely recommend this company as the team were friendly and efficient.”
Mr. M.C.
““A friend in the HGV training business recommended Gallaghers recently and I rented a Luton earlier this week. I can only say that I found the whole experience very professional, helpful and hassle free. Pricing was competitive and clearly explained with no hidden extras, the van was in excellent condition and extremely clean and the operation of everything was clearly explained to me. A fair record of the minor marks on the vehicles was made and checked with me on return. I would use them again without hesitation even if they were not the cheapest.. Mr D Poole””
Mr D Poole
“Have hired many times through Gallagher and the service is exceptional. The staff really do care about customer service and putting the customer first. From washing the vehicles prior to collection, to a smooth office process, everything is effortless. In a Town with many choices for car/van hire, Gallagher should be the first call.”
Mr. Stewart
“I rang around the hire companies in Ipswich and Gallagher was the best price for the 9 seater minibus we needed to hire by a long way, £125 for the day. 08.00 Saturday pick up and 08.00 Sunday drop off. On the day, we arrived at 08.00 and were greeted really warmly by the man in charge. The hire paperwork process was dealt with very efficiently and five minutes later we were being lead outside to the van. A quick inspection of the van confirmed a few parking scuffs which had been marked on the paperwork already. The van was a brand new 9 seater Transit Tourneo, Tinted windows, air-conditioning and a plush interior, happy days. Excellent customer service, a good selection of hire vehicles and the best prices. Perfect!”
E.King
“Gallaghers car rentals have always given me great customer service especially at short notice. the proof is in the fact I recommend them to my friends.”
Mr.M.Card
“Just hired a Renault Megane for the week. Superb car and service from Chris and the team thank you guys, as I've said before won't go anywhere else for my hire cars.”
Mr.S.Turner
“I regularly hire cars and vans from Gallagher Rentals and the service I have received has been second to none. Vans for moving home and cars for the family holiday, thanks to Gallagher's I no longer have the hassle of owning a car!”
Mr. S P M Larking