Some useful hints for moving house
Posted on 14/08/2014
When it comes to moving, no matter whether you’re moving your home or your business, there can be a lot to take into consideration. No matter how big or small the amount of belongings you’re moving is, you need to think about how to get to your new address, the vehicles you’re going to use, where you’re going to park, when you’re going to make the move, and so on.
Firstly, it’s crucial that you organise a place to park outside your new address. This means that you can be guaranteed that the removal vehicle will be able to get as close as possible to where it need to go, which will vastly decrease the amount of time and hassle that your move takes. By contacting the council, you’ll be able to organise a parking suspension or dispensation. It might also be worth introducing yourself to your new neighbours, and talking with them a bit about the best places to park. Getting to know the neighbourhood and the people in it quickly is a great way of making the experience of moving house a comfortable one.
One other thing your neighbours might be able to give you an idea about is traffic. You don’t want to get stuck in a rush hour jam when you’re trying to get to your new home, so it’s good to plan your route out in advance, and have an idea of the points which might get congested, and at what time of day. Of course, when you’re planning what time of day to move, it’s best to avoid the morning and afternoon rush hours. There’s nothing more frustrating than being stuck in traffic while you’re trying to get to your new home!
Try to minimise the amount of disruption the move cases to your ordinary schedule. If you try to arrange your move with friends and family, you might find it difficult to arrange a time that’s convenient for everyone. And if you’re using vehicles which are too small for the amount of stuff you’re trying to transport, the whole process of move may take much longer than you anticipated. That’s why it’s best to turn to the removal professionals. When you do, you’ll be in control of the time of day you move and the length of time it will take, and so you’ll be able to keep any sort of disruption to a minimum.
For your peace of mind, it’s best to make sure that all your belongings are carefully and securely packed up. That means, first, that they’ll be safe when they’re being transported –– you won’t have to worry about your record collection or your fine china not surviving the journey! It also means that you won’t have to worry so much about wasting space in the removals van because you’re using inappropriate boxes. We can provide a great range of high quality packaging materials at great prices, so just give us a ring if you’d like to know more.
Moving day shouldn’t be a hassle. Just make sure that you’re prepared for it. Having the right movers for the job is essential for that!