There are so many things to organize and plan for. The key step is deciding on and booking your removals and storage services. Choosing the right removal company and storage solutions is essential for a smooth transition to your new home. Top tips for making your move as seamless as possible with the help of removals and storage services. The best firms get booked up quickly, so give you at least 4-8 weeks to get quotes, compare services, check reviews, and make a booking. Last-minute bookings often end up rushed and disorganized.
DE clutters and organizes
Before the removal team arrives, spend time decluttering, sorting, and packing. Be ruthless about getting rid of things you don’t need or won’t fit in your new home. Organize items by room and box up as much as possible. This will make the packing, transport, and unpacking smoother. Label boxes clearly so movers know what goes where. Keep essentials like toiletries, medications, documents, and valuables separate so they are easy to access on moving day.
Discuss special items
Talk to your removals and storage company about any special handling required for large, heavy, fragile, or valuable items like pianos, safes, antiques, and artwork. They can provide custom padding, crating, and strapping to securely transport delicate possessions. Discuss handling of plants, pets, and food too.
Ask about insurance
Confirm what level of insurance is included and get quotes for any extra coverage you need. Damaged or lost belongings can derail your move, so make sure you’ve got adequate coverage. Take photos of valuable possessions before packing. Keep records like receipts for major purchases too.
Plan parking and access
Ensure the removals team can park as close as possible to your properties book parking suspensions if needed. Check driveways, stairs, elevators, and doorways are clear for easy access with boxes and furniture. Trim overhanging trees or rails so large items can be maneuverer out safely. Keep young kids and pets supervised and out of the way.
Be there on the day
It is best to be present while your possessions are packed, transported, and unpacked. You can answer questions, give directions, and check nothing gets damaged or misplaced you can’t be there all day, at least try to be present at the start and end. Check all boxes and items off your inventory lists.
Provide refreshments
Moving is thirsty work! Provide bottled water, hot drinks, and quick snacks to energize your removalists. A fed, watered team will be more alert and take better care of your goods. Order a catered lunch so no one has to stop for food.
Keep essentials handy
Pack a moving day bag for yourself with essentials you’ll need throughout the day – water, snacks, medications, phone chargers, toiletries, scissors, tape, pens, and notepads. Keep it separate from packed goods so you can access it easily. Also keep passports, wallets, keys, and other critical items on you, not packed away.
