Whether it is for career prospects or family purposes it is always a big job packing up and relocating. There are many things that can often be overlooked and not taken into consideration. This guide offers support and guidance in some important areas you’ll need to consider when moving.
You must plan ahead as some things can’t be packed away until the day before whereas others can be done weeks in advance, it is important that you know where to start your packing.
You must plan ahead as some things can’t be packed away until the day before whereas others can be done weeks in advance, it is important that you know where to start your packing.
Now that you are leaving your current residence it is imperative to clear out areas where you have been storing things that you may no longer have any use for. You could call on friends or neighbours for some help in attending to this and any unwanted items can be donated to charity or otherwise thrown away or sold. If you do choose to sell items though, make sure it is actually worth the extra effort, as you don’t want to add to the stress.
You will need to know which items need special care when moving such as expensive ornaments or china and either pack and transport them yourself or give the Battersea moving company specific instructions. You also need to know if there is anything that you can’t move and transport yourself such as heavy machinery that would require a specialist service. As the moving date approaches you need to think about eating what’s in the freezer and any foods that are open and get rid of any food that may have gone past its sell by date.
You will need to know which items need special care when moving such as expensive ornaments or china and either pack and transport them yourself or give the Battersea moving company specific instructions. You also need to know if there is anything that you can’t move and transport yourself such as heavy machinery that would require a specialist service. As the moving date approaches you need to think about eating what’s in the freezer and any foods that are open and get rid of any food that may have gone past its sell by date.
| When packing, you’ll need boxes and containers to place all your possessions in. A good way to get boxes is by asking people working in large scale industries such as supermarkets or retail chains. More often than not they will be throwing boxes away and you are welcome to them for free. You can also ask your friends and family for any containers or boxes you could borrow during the move. This can save you lots of money on buying in boxes from other sources. |
Some people like to pack by room whereas others pack by contents, whatever you choose to do make sure to label the boxes so you know what each contains and so you don’t misplace anything. You’ll also need to set aside a box of essential things. This will contain everything you’ll need for the first day at your new home such as: first aid, medication, work/school clothes, toiletries, food and anything else you may need. Remember not everything will need a box, larger items can just stand alone i.e. furniture. Also consider the weight of items as well, heavier things need to go at the bottom of the box and the lighter things can rest on top. Not all items will need to be wrapped up in bubble wrap and extensively protected, you should be careful not to pad every box out as this will take up a lot of excess space.
It is also a good idea to secure the bottom of your boxes with parcel tape just to make sure they don't break under the weight of the contents.
Make sure any sub-essential items are relatively easy to access when packed such as bed sheets and any important documents like passports and visas.
When you have packed your entire house make sure you do a final check of all the cupboards and outside areas as you don’t want to be rushing back because you forgot something.
It is also a good idea to secure the bottom of your boxes with parcel tape just to make sure they don't break under the weight of the contents.
Make sure any sub-essential items are relatively easy to access when packed such as bed sheets and any important documents like passports and visas.
When you have packed your entire house make sure you do a final check of all the cupboards and outside areas as you don’t want to be rushing back because you forgot something.
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