Most rooms take around two days to pack, but sometimes you also have to do other ‘chores’ such as repairs, painting, or replacing old or worn items before moving. Some people do that whilst planning to move, others move out and leave their house for a landlord or landlady – others still move from one […]
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Sometimes, there isn’t enough room for all of your belongings – and arranging storage, on top of moving can be a blessing in disguise – or a nightmare. So you need another, convenient, cheap option for your furniture. Storage companies are basically large warehouses or lockups that you can rent – and range in size […]
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An optimal packing order is based entirely on preference. Some people like to pack their living room last – some like to pack rooms in two lots – one round to remove the nonessentials, and one round to complete packing, others still like to pack where they can, when they can. Deciding on what’s unimportant […]
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The day of your move is all about getting you out of one house and into the new one – if you’ve hired a company, all you’ll need to do is oversee them, or stay out of their way entirely. If you haven’t, it’s important to have some strong family members and friends on hand […]
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We have all been there at one time in our lives – moving from one place to another and not knowing where to locate a decent moving truck rental place. Is there one nearby you? Or do you have to truck halfway across the town or your city to get a moving truck rental outlet? […]
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How do you know if the moving company you need is right the one for you? Good question and one you will need to do some research on also. There are several things to check on, but if you do your homework, you will know which moving company will do a great job for you […]
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Fragiles are some of the hardest items to pack. From ornaments to dishes, antiques, photos, and lights, you’ll need to consider what you’re packing, and how best to transport them. Large photos, framed items and paintings other wall-based items are easiest wrapped in bubble-wrap and then placed carefully in a safe place – they’ll need […]
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There is little need to spend big money when it comes to purchasing moving boxes and supplies. Most movers purchase cheap moving supplies if they are on a strict budget, have little to move, or plan to move their things a short distance. Search for cheap moving supplies sales and advertisements online, in local classifieds, […]
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Decluttering before packing is an important aspect of preparing to move – because it allows you to decide what you’ll need for the new house, what you’ll have room for, and what you want. The most important thing to remember when de-cluttering is that you’ll be making room and getting rid of emotional baggage, whilst […]
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Unless you’re moving a very short distance and can do many hops in your own transport – or if you’re moving with a group of people (such as in the Military), or your family has access to a suitable van, its important to book your van as far in advance as possible, to allow you […]
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