We know how stressful moving home can be but fear not, we’re here to help you make the process as simple and smooth as possible. From avoiding common pitfalls like packing in haste to making sure your valuables are adequately protected, this guide will arm you with everything you need to know to successfully complete your move during this beautiful and busy time of year.
How to make your move easier
It’s estimated that around 20% of us will move house in any given year and for many, it can be a stressful time. Whether you are moving out for a new place or in with a partner, there are plenty of ways to make your move easier.
The removal company you choose is just as important as having someone else do all of your packing. A good removal company should have all of their staff fully trained and have invested in proper removal vehicles so they can pack up everything quickly and safely. If you are looking for a removal company, look for one that has been established for some time, with plenty of positive reviews from customers.
When it comes time for them to collect your items, ensure that all of your goods are packed and labelled carefully. If you require any specific goods at short notice (e.g., Christmas presents), make sure that these are packaged securely, so as not to be damaged in transit.
Tips on how to pack and store your items
Before you start packing up your items, you’ll need to do some preparation. First of all, if you have any large objects—such as bookshelves, desks and beds—you’ll want to call a removal company. Moving these items on your own is not only costly, but it’s also time-consuming and laborious. If you decide to hire professional movers, make sure they can give you an accurate quote before they arrive to avoid any nasty surprises that you haven’t budgeted for. When it comes to packing make sure you pack everything tightly into boxes, so that nothing gets damaged or lost during transit. And remember: if you don’t have enough boxes or space for everything, consider renting a storage unit until you find your new place.
What can be moved in advance?
If you can move anything in advance, do it. This will help make everything run smoother and give you a head start on settling into your new place. To make it easier, group things together that have similar packing requirements and label them as such (i.e., clothes, dishes, books) so that you don’t end up mixing boxes of items together, making it harder to unpack when you arrive.
Tips on unpacking at your new place
There is so much stress associated with moving into a new place and most of it comes from one thing – packing and unpacking. It’s normal for there to be chaos in your life, but your new space doesn’t have to be an exception. Before you even start unloading boxes, take some time to label them properly. A simple piece of masking tape can save you lots of time later on when trying to find something specific. Label boxes based on the room they belong in and put all those belonging in each room together. For example, if you have three boxes labelled bedroom then they should all go in that room.
If possible, try labelling clearly exactly what is inside each box so you can find important items quickly. You might also want to consider using colour coded labels as well because different colours can help organise things further. For example, if you are using blue labels for kitchen items then anything labelled blue should go in that room.