If you're moving house, then you'll know there's a lot
to think about. From getting your possessions from one place to another, to
changing your address and canceling utilities, it can feel like a daunting
task. This guide will take you through everything you need to do to make moving
house as easy as possible.
Deal with the
legal stuff
The first step in the moving process is to sort out any legal
issues involved. You'll need to know where you're going and what type of tenancy or
another legal arrangement you have with your landlord. This will also affect
any costs that might be payable when you buy a new property.
Make sure your tenancy agreement allows you to sublet
or assign the property and that you can legally assign it. Ask your landlord
for permission, if necessary, because if they say no it could complicate the
process.
Measure up
You'll need to know how much furniture and belongings
you have so you can plan the size of van or removal lorry that you need.
Pack your boxes
Start putting the contents of all the rooms into boxes, making sure that they're
clearly labeled. You should keep an inventory of all your items for insurance
purposes, but this won't help you lug items into your new home.
You can also make life easier by labeling each room
with numbers.
Buy new furniture
if necessary
If you're planning on buying new furniture once you've moved to your
new home, then now is a good time to start looking for it. Of course, if you
already have everything you need, then consider hiring furniture instead – this
will be particularly useful if you're moving house and carrying your
possessions by hand.
Hire a moving
company
There’s no doubt that movers are crucial when it comes
to moving house. That’s because hiring a company guarantees you a safe and
efficient move. They’ll load your items onto their van, drive them to your new
home, unload everything and even help with the unpacking – all for a price.
Make sure to shop around as there are many companies
offering moving services. Prices vary depending on weight, distance traveled,
and amount of time.
A full-service removal company will send a team to
your home, pack everything up and take it away, before delivering it to the new
location and unloading.
Pack up your
kitchen
Moving house always involves packing up the kitchen,
so it's best to start as soon as possible. If you don't have time to pack boxes
yourself, then consider hiring a moving company that will do the packing for
you. It's also worth taking inventory of your items before they're packed to
make sure everything goes with you.
Have an essentials
bag
If you're moving to another town or city, then you
might not have a car at your disposal when you arrive. In this case, it's worth
having an essentials bag in your pocket so that you can take taxis if
necessary.
Make sure you have some cash on hand and fill the bag
with things like a mobile phone charger, snacks, and a map.
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