Nobody relishes the idea of moving house. Although (hopefully) you are moving on to bigger and better things, the inconvenience and stress of the house move is enough to make people want to stay where they are and put up with what they have got. However, the good news is that with a little careful planning it is totally possible to conduct the house move from start to finish with zero stress – now that has got to be worth thinking about! Here are our top tips for keeping your cool when you’re moving home:
Plan, Plan, and Then Do Some More Planning
Moving house successfully is all in the planning. Make a list of things to do which should include packing each room up carefully, and also notifying all of the service providers of your change of address. Of course, there will be many more things to add to the list – that’s just a start. However you will feel very much in control when it comes to ticking things off the list – you’ll be able to sleep easily at night knowing that everything has been taken into account. Keep the list by your bed just in case you wake up with cold sweats, worrying about something you have forgotten!
Choose a Removal Company That You Trust
Your removal company is pivotal to the success of the move, so make sure you choose one that you know you can rely on. Ask your friends who they would recommend, and look online to see what people are saying about them in the forums. Negotiate the deal early on so that you know exactly what service you are getting – the more you pay, the more extras they will lay on. Make sure that they are happy to provide removal boxes – you’ll need loads of them. Don’t try and improvise with boxes that you have acquired from local supermarkets – they won’t be strong enough and they’re likely to fall apart right at the wrong moment.
Look Into Storage Companies
Many people find that when they move house they are left with a surplus of furniture and other belongings that they are not sure what to do with. This could be because they won’t fit into the new house, or the style doesn’t match; either way a common temptation is just to give stuff away. Don’t do this – you will end up regretting it. It is very easy and cheap these days to put the things you don’t currently need into storage – have a look online to find storage companies that are local to you. Not only will your belongings be safely locked up, they will also be protected in temperature-controlled rooms so they won’t get affected by dampness. It’s a great way of making sure your belongings are safe while they are not in use.
There you are – three tips to get you started! How many other ways can you think of reducing the stress associated with your move? The more organized you are the better, trust us!
Author Byline:
The author of today’s post, Jonathan Lowe, is a freelance blogger who enjoys sharing his experiences online. He often writes for Key Storage, a company offering extensive storage solutions for homes and businesses. His other hobbies include hiking and kiteboarding.
