So the day is almost here. You are moving to your new house and need to organise everything. We’ve got you covered if you don’t know where to start. Here are our best tips to make moving house easier. With thousands of moves completed in the last years, we’ve got plenty of experience, so trust us when we say following these steps will make the process much more straightforward.
Organise the move early
Moving house is one of the most stressful things you’ll ever do. To make sure you don’t end up with a total nightmare on your hands, here are our tips for moving house.
This is a golden rule. When you’re moving house, you need to avoid making last-minute arrangements. Unless you have to pack up your house and leave in a hurry, you probably have anywhere between 4-8 weeks to make sure you organise everything for your moving day.
For example, if you’re moving in summer or early autumn, it’s best to start planning your move between six and eight weeks before the big day. This will give you time to get quotes from removal companies and plan any DIY tasks that may be required.
You may also need time off work if there’s an element of DIY involved (for example fitting carpets or painting walls). If possible discuss this with your employer as soon as possible so they can arrange cover for any absences during this period.
Donate unwanted items
You’ve moved into your new place and are ready to unpack. But before you start unpacking, there are some things you need to do first. Take inventory of the items you want to keep and how much space they will take up in your new home. This will help you determine what needs to go.
Donate unwanted items. There’s no point moving boxes from your old home to your new home if they are simply going to be sitting unused for months. Save yourself time and energy by getting rid of these items – charities like Gone For Good can help find new homes for items such as old clothes and electronics.
Clean out closets and cupboards. Get rid of junk that you don’t use anymore or haven’t used in years. If you have too many clothes, donate them and get something new! You can also sell furniture on sites like eBay or Facebook Marketplace – just make sure it works well before listing it for sale!
Have someone else help with this process – it will go much faster with two people working together!
Start packing in advance
Make sure you remain organised when you begin packing up your house by ensuring that you get all the packing materials needed in advance. Then, start packing the seasonal objects and clothes you use the least, and leave the stuff you use more often for just a few days before your moving date.
Make sure you remain organised when you begin packing up your house by ensuring that you get all the packing materials needed in advance. Then, start packing the seasonal objects and clothes you use the least, and leave the stuff you use more often for just a few days before your moving date. This way, you’ll be able to fit everything into boxes without having to worry about running out of space.
Use colour-coded labels to identify different rooms or areas in your home. This will help ensure that nothing gets lost during packing or unpacking. You should also label all items with their respective rooms so that they are easier to find at their new homes.
If there’s anything fragile or valuable that needs to be transported separately from other items, consider using bubble wrap or other protective materials so that it doesn’t get damaged during transport – but don’t forget about your budget!
• Start packing at least two weeks before your moving date. This will give you plenty of time to get organised as well as save money on storage space if necessary
• Have a designated space where all your boxes are stored so they don’t get lost among other things in your home
• Use plastic boxes rather than cardboard ones as they are easier to handle and stack in high piles without collapsing on themselves.
Arrange professional movers
Unless you are blessed with a very nice friend who has an empty van, you will probably need to arrange for a professional to help you plan your house move. People often underestimate the number of items they have in their house, and the experts cannot only help you remove the large furniture but also give advice and get things moved more efficiently and effectively. If you need help with your move, contact our friendly team at Now We’re Moving for a free quote.
A professional mover can make your life easier by taking care of all the packing, loading and unloading for you, as well as offering advice on how to pack your belongings most efficiently.
We have a team of professional movers who help people with their house moves. Whether you’re moving to a small studio apartment or a large family home, we have the know-how to make your move as smooth as possible. We can help with everything from packing and unpacking to furniture removal and storage.
Pick the right van
The size of your van can make a difference in how many trips you have to make and how much you pay for your moving costs.
If you’re moving a short distance, you may be able to get away with using a small van and making more than one trip. However, it’s easier if you can manage your move in as few trips as possible.
Bearing this in mind, it will be helpful to make sure you have the right size van to fit all your belongings safely.
If you’re moving an average amount of stuff and don’t have any stairs or narrow driveways in between stops, consider getting a medium-sized van instead of a small one. Medium-sized vans are ideal for most people because they hold more items than small vans without being too large for easy manoeuvrability.
If you need to transport a lot of furniture or other bulky items, then look into renting an extra large van or even a truck with a trailer hitch attached to the back if needed. These vehicles are great for moving large items such as pianos or refrigerators but can be very expensive due to their increased size and weight limits.
Pack an ‘essentials’ bag
If you have to be away from home for a period of time, make sure you have an overnight bag with all your personal essentials. Even if you’re just moving next door, you should have a bag with all the items that you will need to be ready to function the next day.
Here are some items to consider packing in your essentials bag:
Clothing: Make sure your bag contains clothes for any season and weather conditions. Pack light but versatile clothing that is easy to wash and doesn’t wrinkle easily.
Toiletries: You should always have these on hand, but it’s especially important when you are travelling or staying overnight away from home. Pack enough for both yourself and any family members who might be staying with you so that there isn’t any confusion about who gets what when it comes time to use them.
Personal documents: Keep copies of your insurance cards, medical records and other documents that may come in handy during an emergency situation or if there is ever a need for medical treatment while you are away from home. These should be kept in an easily accessible place at all times so they can be found easily if needed during an emergency situation.
Notify important contacts of your new address
Moving is a big deal, and there are a lot of things that you need to do before you’re ready to say goodbye to your old home. Here are some tips on how to notify important contacts of your new address:
Utilities
Notify all utilities that you plan to move in advance. This includes electricity, gas, water, internet and telephone companies. If you have cable TV or satellite service at your current address, contact them to see if they will allow you to move your service along with you. If they do allow this, make sure that you request an installation date as far in advance as possible so that it won’t interfere with your moving plans.
Banks/Credit Card Companies
If you have any automatic payments set up for bills such as credit cards and insurance premiums, make sure that those are updated with your new address before the end of the month so there won’t be any issues with payments being processed properly.
Mortgage Company
Contact your mortgage company or bank about changing addresses for any accounts such as savings accounts and checking accounts. Make sure that all automatic payments have been updated with your new information so there aren’t any problems when trying to close out accounts ahead of a move.
Keep your movers in the loop
You have done your homework and found the best moving company. Now, it is time to finalize your move by requesting a quote and booking an appointment.
The best way to ensure that your move goes smoothly is to provide as much information as possible. This will help your movers plan accordingly and give you peace of mind that their expertise will be used well.
Requesting packing materials such as boxes and tape is one thing, but when you get to the oversized, heavy items, sharing as much information about your removal needs with your movers as possible is essential.
You should inform your movers if you have overweight items, e.g. a piano or pool table, and if there are any access restrictions such as a small elevator, walk-up only or a narrow driveway.
If you are considering moving to Bradford on-Avon or any other city in the UK, contact us for a removal quotation. We offer a simple, stress-free moving experience and have special offers for local moves.
