White Van Man
Season 1
During these difficult economic times, it is heartening to note that Britain's 2.5 million independent tradesmen are pumping £35 billion into the economy. However, like everybody else, these white van men are also feeling the pinch. This revealing documentary series shows how some shrewd businessmen are using their van-based operations to explore new moneymaking opportunities, often with surprising results.
Where to Watch Season 1
6 Episodes
- Episode 4E4
Episode 4A man who owns a marquee company has a run-in with a traffic officer after setting up a tent at Brighton's Gay Pride festival, and reveals the incentivised methods he uses to train his son in the family business. Two builders explain how they earn extra money by working topless for certain clients. - Episode 5E5
Episode 5A man who has his own company is contracted to move 400 bricks across a town, a job which takes him and his colleague all day because they have to use wheelbarrows to unload the vehicle. Septuagenarian pest controllers Bob Atkinson and Peter Ponting tackle a wasp infestation at a golf course, and then head to an estate with a rabbit problem - Episode 6E6
Episode 6A man tries to save money by moving a customer's possessions in a medium-sized vehicle, but the client is unimpressed when he finds his belongings have been dismantled to fit into the van. The owner of a marquee rental company lands a contract at the South West Four festival, and is keen to impress the organisers, who are unhappy with the tents he has provided. Elsewhere, two builders who work topless appear on This Morning. Last in the series.
