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Ten tips for preparing to move house

Ten tips for preparing to move house

Check out our 10 advices

  • Moving house

    Moving house

    Remember to deal with any administrative issues such as: telephone lines, closing and opening water, gas and electricity accounts (tariffs vary depending on the company), notifying your local authorities of a change of address, sorting out any ID cards, post and so on.

  • Important documents

    Important documents

    Keep all your important documents or items (ID, passport, keys, certificates, banking documents, medical files, employment contracts, etc.) in one box that you will store in a specific place.

  • Labelling and the practical side of planning your move

    Labelling and the practical side of planning your move

    Clearly label your belongings, both furniture items and boxes, with where they need to go. You should also try, where possible, to help the moving team with their work by also telling them where you want the furniture to go.

  • Trained staff

    Trained staff

    If your budget permits, avoid using untrained staff for your move. Relocation is a job that requires know-how!

  • Unplugging the fridge

    Unplugging the fridge

    Reconnect your fridge and freezer 24 hours after the move.

  • Moving boxes

    Moving boxes

    Source purpose-designed moving boxes - they are easier to load and will also maximise space in the loading vehicle. This will facilitate the moving team in their work, ensuring that they do not lose any time while loading. Take care not to overfill the boxes; the maximum recommended weight is about 30kg per box.

  • Parking restrictions

    Parking restrictions

    Make the necessary arrangements with your local police authorities so that on the day of your move you won't have any added stress from parking restriction problems. You can also get the moving company to sort this out for you.

  • Household appliances

    Household appliances

    Clean and leave all household appliances to dry to avoid the formulation of mould or discharge during relocation.

  • Disassembling your furniture

    Disassembling your furniture

    If you decide to disassemble and reassemble your furniture yourself, for example your wardrobe, make sure that you put any relating items (screws, keys, connectors, etc.) into one envelope, and remember to number any spare parts.

  • Inventory and condition report

    Inventory and condition report

    Prepare an inventory and condition report upon entering and leaving your home.