Moving house is a stressful, busy time, and it's easy to forget some important tasks that should be on your to-do list. To help you stay on track, here are 10 things we often overlook before moving home.
It's so easy to forget to tell people about your change of address. So, here's a list of the most important contacts to notify:
To make sure you're covered, double-check who you get mail from and update everyone.
Check your final water and electricity meter readings right before you leave to ensure you won't be charged more than you owe.
And remember, you need to set up utilities at your new address, too!
It's the night before moving day, and you have a terrifying thought: There's no one coming tomorrow to help you move. Prevent this scenario from happening by hiring a removalist at least a few weeks before the big day so you're ready to go.
While it's easy to take the first removal quote you find, don't forget to shop around. You're more likely to get a competitive quote this way.
Ensure you buy strong, sturdy boxes a few weeks before moving day to make packing easier. But remember, at ZOOM Removals, we can supply the packaging and even do your packing for you.
Everyone needs an essentials box — there's nothing worse than moving home and digging around boxes looking for a toothbrush! Pack a box with everything you'll need on your first day and night, which could include:
You've packed your boxes carefully — but you didn't label them. How will you keep track once everything’s in the moving van? It's important to label everything as you go, so you know exactly what's in each box, especially if there's anything fragile in them.
Always set aside a binder of documents you might need on moving day and shortly after. These documents might include:
Think about what you might need in the weeks after your move and make sure everything is on hand.
Moving house can be stressful for kids and pets. Ask family or friends to watch your kids on moving day, so you can focus on the move without having kids underfoot.
Experts suggest it's best to keep pets with you on moving day to reduce their anxiety. Keep them in a closed room so the movers don't stress them out.
You'd be surprised how often people forget to defrost the freezer before they move out. If the freezer is coming with you, clear it out and defrost it a few days before you move. That way, it's dry and ready to load onto the van. If you're leaving the freezer behind, you should still defrost it and turn it off so it's not wasting electricity.
Don't let moving house overwhelm you. If you need a little extra help on moving day, contact the team at ZOOM Removals for the best rates and competitive quotes.
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