A house move can be stressful, but with some careful planning you can take a lot of the stress out of moving by avoiding some of the most common moving and packing mistakes.
- Not asking for help
Hiring a professional moving company (or at the least asking a friend to help) will reduce stress, improve efficiency, and reduce the risk of injuries to you or damages to your belongings.
- Booking your removal company late
It is surprising the number of people who wait until the last minute to book their moving company meaning they don’t get the date, time or vehicle they want. Most removal companies offer flexible booking terms, so if your move is delayed you can swap the dates, but by reserving well in advance you get the peace of mind knowing everything is booked for when you want.
- Not getting organised
It is all too easy to throw items into random boxes but this will cost you time and energy when you have moved and you are hunting for specific items and relocating items between rooms. Organise items based on the rooms they are going to be moved into and this will save lots of time, hassle and effort in your new home.
- Not using proper packing materials
Neglecting to use the right packing materials can result in items getting damaged. It is worth investing in proper boxes and protective wrapping to keep your belongings protected. At Offerfair, we sell a wide variety of packing materials that you can order and collect next time you visit our premises.
- Overpacking boxes
It is tempting to try and squeeze a few more items in to an already full box, but the box will end up being too heavy to lift and may get damaged. It is much more preferable to fill boxes to about half way to make sure you can still lift them, and then fill the remaining space with light items.
- Choosing the wrong storage unit
If you are planning on using self-storage during your house move, then spend time researching storage companies so you know exactly where your belongings will be stored. At Offerfair, we pride ourselves on our smart and secure storage units being fully alarmed and covered by CCTV, our transparent prices, and our flexible long and short term contracts.
Moving doesn’t have to be stressful and we hope our tips help you avoid some of the most commonly made moving mistakes!
