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Things to Consider When Moving Home

Everybody remembers, well almost everybody!, to redirect their mail, cancel the milk and take the meter readings, however there are many things that we do forget to consider when moving house. Even though the mere thought of moving home can bring a strain to someone's mind but if just a few things are taken into consideration like the ones below then the process can be less stressful.

  • Removal firms can often get booked up very quickly in advance and are especially busy on Fridays.
  • Have a clear out of everything when moving to make there less to move. You could have a car boot sale or give it away to charity.
  • Remember that removal firms hire out crates and cardboard wardrobes which can help you move your belongings more easily.
  • Check that you do not have to change the tyre pressure on your car because of the weight if you are making the move yourself.
  • A good idea is to have a plan of where things are going to go in your new house so you can place them there in their boxes when you arrive.
  • Remember to pack essential items separately to the rest so that they are easily accessible to you.
  • To save buying new curtains this is a great opportunity to get the old ones dry cleaned and altered.
  • Wash your duvets so that they are clean and fresh for when you move in.
  • Use duvets to wrap breakables in

COST OF MOVING HOUSE

There are several factors that must be taken into consideration when moving home. These are the most common ;

  • Legal Fees
  • Cost of Selling your Current House
  • Stamp duty **
  • Land Registry Fee
  • Local Authority Searches
  • Valuation Fee
  • Top up Loan
  • Mortgage Indemnity Policy
  • Mortgage Arrangement Fee
  • Survey Fee
  • Insurance
  • Removal Expenses
  • Services
  • Repairs + Redecoration
  • Council Tax

Planning your Move

There will be many people, both personal and professional that you will have to let know of your move and give new address details to. This is a list of most of them.

Professional

  • Employer
  • Bank
  • Credit cards
  • Store cards
  • Personal Loan Providers
  • Hire Purchase Companies
  • Insurance Companies
  • DVLC
  • Passport Office
  • Inland Revenue
  • Cable company
  • TV License
  • Magazine Subscriptions
  • Catalogues
  • Car Dealer
  • Doctor and Dentists
  • Council Tax Office
  • Mobile Phone Company

Utilities

  • Gas
  • Electric
  • Water
  • Milk
  • Phone
  • Window Cleaner
  • Post

It is best to sort out all of the above before you move as it will be less hassle. It is also an idea to sort out all new services before you move as well as this will be one less thing to sort out when you arrive at the new house. It is also a good idea to make some change of address cards that can be sent to all o the above places and to friends and family rather than making endless phone calls

Finding a Removal Firm

There are three main options for you when deciding how to move your belongings :

  1. you can have everything done for you; packing, moving, unpacking etc - at a cost!
  2. You can do your own packing and hire a firm to take all your belongings to the new place
  3. You could find a friend with a van to help you!

The first two options are probably likely to be the most reliable. So it is then a decision of which removal firm to hire?

  • Personal recommendation
  • Book well in advance as weekends are often booked up quickly
  • Make sure that the firm has insurance
  • Ask if they are going to use pulleys and ropes and if this is going to cost more.

Useful number : British Association of Removers - 0208 861 333100

Costs of Removers:
This often depends on the size of your home and the day of removal. But generally here are some costings :

Full Packing service £500 - £2000 for a 4 bed house
DIY Packing Service £400
Van hire - £100 per day
Packing boxes - £1 - 2.50 each

It is vital to make sure that your contents insurance covers you on your move !!!

Packing :
A few tips to help you on your way !
  • Buy proper boxes
  • Make priority packing list
  • Have boxes delivered well in advance
  • Label boxes as you pack
  • Put dirty washing in a separate box
  • Keep out everyday essentials
  • Wrap all breakables and label well

Unpacking
 Things to unpack first:
  • Bedding
  • Kettle, tea and coffee
  • Have some children's toys ready to be unpacked so that they feel at home
  • Pet food
  • Light bulbs are always handy to have at the ready when moving
  • Crockery and cutlery for your first meal or at least a takeaway menu!

 

ENJOY YOUR MOVE!!!