Site proximity matters more than city centre
Rail work happens at the trackside, not in the city centre. A property 15 minutes from the depot beats one in central London with a 90-minute commute.
Possession windows are unpredictable
A weekend possession can be extended at the last minute. Accommodation needs flexible check-out — TNS partner properties typically offer same-day extension if available.
Hi-vis, boots, fluorescent uniforms
Workwear-friendly washer matters. A drying space. A coat hook near the front door. None of this is dramatic; all of it makes the place feel like it was designed for the job.