Tips for a Stress Free House Removal

Before The Day

We always recommend arranging quotes for your removal from 2-3 reputable companies for comparison.

Book your preferred company as soon as you have your confirmed moving date. Most companies will accept a deposit to secure your date.

Take the opportunity to clear out anything you no longer want or need. Don’t pay to move things that you’re not going to keep! Be brutal.

Don’t forget to re-route your mail before you move, and notify utility companies, banks, council, doctors etc. of your new address.

Ensure your washing machine is disconnected before the day of your move.

Ensure any furniture dismantling is done (unless you have booked furniture dismantling as part of your removal).

Check for any parking restrictions / parking permits required for both properties.

Do not water plants directly before the day of the move; put smaller in an open-top box (preferably plastic); putting outdoor plants undercover in bad weather is helpful but not essential.

Packing

Most removals companies do not transport tins of paint, oils, or any fuels (please empty petrol lawnmowers). 

Any personal documents / valuables that you would rather move yourself, ensure these are packed in your car.

Pack a priority box of things you may need for your first night e.g., clothes, toiletries, food and drink etc. 

Heavy items such as books should be packed in smaller boxes, with larger boxes used for lighter items such as bedding and cushions.

Ensure boxes are full before closing – fill any gaps at the top using unbreakable or soft items.

Boxes should be securely taped on the top and bottom – DO NOT FOLD.

Fragile items should be wrapped securely in bubble wrap / paper and packed in boxes with scrunched paper filling any gaps to avoid movement in transit.

Write clearly on top of the boxes the room it is destined for and, for your benefit, a brief description of the contents.

On The Day

Ensure there is enough parking space outside your property for the removal vehicle(s). This might mean asking neighbours to move cars temporarily.

Take final meter readings and inform utility companies.

Don’t forget to leave user manuals for central heating or appliances you are leaving behind.

Finally, furniture removing is thirsty work! If tea and coffee making supplies can be kept out of a box for use on the day, it would be greatly appreciated by your removals team! 😊

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