Moving to a new house can be exciting, but it can also be stressful. With so much to do and organise, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. However, with a little planning and preparation, you can make the process much smoother. Here are 7 practical tips to make moving house easier:
1: Start Early
Begin preparing for your move as early as possible, even before you list your home if possible! A calm, clutter-free space will not only alleviate your stress levels during the moving process, but it will make your home far more attractive to potential buyers. Here's our top tips to stay ahead:
2: Declutter
There's a good reason that 'decluttering' always appears in these lists - it's without a doubt the MOST important step you can take to ease the stress of the practical side of moving house.
3. Categorise & Contain
Order some Wham Studio containers in both the small & large sizes for your kitchen/utility room/bathrooms, as well as plenty of large clear boxes (we recommend Really Useful).
4. Electronics
Take a photo of the 'set up' of your electronics to save hassle at your new home. You can also label each cord with the item it corresponds to to fool-proof this even further.
5. Utilities
As soon as you have a completion date, transfer or set up utilities like electricity, gas, water, and internet in your new home ahead of time to avoid any disruptions or added admin when you move in.
6. Hire a Removals Company
Choose your removals company wisely, asking friends and family for their recommendations. They will pack and move your belongings and some companies will even help to rebuild furniture at your new home. Although it's tempting to cut costs by packing & moving yourself, this is one service which we think is a non-negotiable! Aside from being hugely physical, removals companies protect your belongings with the right materials, and move you swiftly with years of expertise.
7. Notify Everyone
Inform relevant parties of your change of address. A good way to do this is to start as early as possible by taking note of the mail you receive and notifying each company as and when this arrives. You can also set up a redirection service with Royal Mail to ensure you don't miss anything. Your driving license will need to be changed along with any subscriptions. Don't forget to change your address on shopping apps such as Amazon so you don't get caught out!
8. Pack Essentials Separately
Pack a separate box or bag with essentials you'll need immediately upon arrival at your new home, such as toiletries, a change of clothes, and important documents. It's also a good idea to pack any extremely sentimental items such as jewellery and keep them with you to give you peace of mind.
Berkshire
Ascot, Sunninghill, Sunningdale, Windsor, Bray, Maidenhead, Cookham, Braywick
Hertfordshire
Ashridge, Berkhamsted, Chorleywood, Harpenden, Hertford, Radlett, Rickmansworth, Tring
Buckinghamshire
Beaconsfield, Gerrards Cross, Marlow, Cheddington, Amersham, Chesham
Surrey
Virginia Water, Weybridge, Windlesham, Cobham, Esher, Oxshott
London
Richmond, Twickenham, South West Border
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