MOVE & PACKING ADVICE

Do it right and enjoy your move!

 

MOVING

  • WE DO NOT pack curtains or remove ITEMS FIXED TO THE WALL unless you request this service is added to your quote.

  • WE DO NOT PACK PROHIBITED ITEMS https://www.comparemymove.com/advice/removals/planning/non-allowable-removal-items

  • WE DO NOT PACK UNDERWEAR/INTIMATE ITEMS

  • WE DO NOT PACK AND TRANSPORT PERISHABLE ITEMS PLEASE TAKE THESE WITH YOU

  • ENSURE REFRIGERATOR/FREEZERS ARE EMPTIED/DEFROSTED/UNPLUGGED 24HRS PRIOR TO YOUR MOVE

  • Unless you have requested a packing service, please ensure all items are packed prior to the movers arriving.

  • THE REMOVAL COMPANY WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR FRAGILE ITEMS PACKED BY THE CLIENT do not pack fragile items in bags

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Prepare ahead, when moving home, you will have to organise many things ahead of time, make a list of things that you have to do, to ensure move day goes as smooth as possible!

  • As you are changing address you will have to notify banks, friends and relatives to send your mail to your new address.

  • It is handy if you draw a plan of your new property so movers know where you would like your boxes placed.

  • Ensure your property has been decluttered before the service commences.

  • Remove items from radiators or air drying hangers/washing lines, bins etc.

  • Clear your dishwasher and sink.

  • Arrange care for children.

  • Arrange care for pets.

  • Think about how the removal van can access your property, it is advised to inform your neighbours and block a space with bins or cones for the removal van at both properties from the night before.

  • Please provide necessary parking permits.

  • Check that you have not left any items behind, turn off gas, electricity and close all the windows.

  • When you arrive at your new property we advise you to unpack the kitchen equipment first. Once you’ve got a functioning kitchen you will start to feel more settled!

  • And lastly please remember to recycle your boxes, help us keep our planet green!

 

PACKING

  • Declutter unwanted items

  • Create an inventory

  • Always have your phone charger with you

  • start to pack as early as possible

  • Use quality materials

  • Get a tape gun

  • Label boxes

  • Pack a survival box

  • Use extra padding and bubble wrap for fragile items

  • Always use fragile tape for fragile items

  • Pack a separate box of your most personal belongings to take with you ipads/jewellery/money etc

  • Do not pack unauthorised items please see T's&C's to check