Thu, 23 Feb 2012

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TIPS TO PREPARE FOR MOVING

step 1

Plan ahead for budgeting, assistance, clear out, child care, pet care, telephone, broadband, days off work.

Did you know most costs are saved to prior organised requirements?

step 2

Always take a responsible view to what you may wish to keep or what you want to discard prior to a removal quote (labelling items helps). A few weeks before your move, make a start on discarding what you do not want to take with you.

step 3

If you wish to do your own packing, then start with 2 to 3 boxes. This will give you an idea of how much packing materials you need

Never over-fill boxes as this can cause injury to you or to us.

Never rush things as stress can quickly find its way. Give yourself plenty of time by starting a couple of weeks ahead of your move but make sure you do not pack away things you may still need. Try to use a methodical/logistic approach.

Number your boxes and use a notepad to make a note of what is in each box.

Mark all boxes (marker pen on tape preferred) to let us know to which area/room they are to be allocated.

Use plenty of packing for delicate items and clearly mark "FRAGILE" on all sides where necessary.

step 4

Moving Chests? Most solid wood chests do not have to be emptied.

Appliances? Empty fridge freezer, and leave yourself time to defrost it, if necessary.

Washing machines: put on a short spin before unclamping or leave it to us...

step 5

Pack one box with the really important items such as your mobile phone and the kettle! Do you remember that notepad which tells you which box the can-opener is in? Put it in the "important stuff" box. Mark the box for easy identification and keep it aside from the rest. If you want us to take that box in the van, make sure to keep it to the last so that it can be the first out at your new address.

step 6

... and finally, have you cancelled the milk, taken meter readings, re-directed your post, given yourself time to adjust before going back to work?

Then give yourself a pat on the back...

WELL DONE!