What To think About When Moving

Moving home is an exciting experience, there is so much to think about from packing to sorting out utility bills. We have got some top tips on how to prepare yourself and remind you of some things you should think about when moving.

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Pack An Essentials Box

When packing think about what you are going to need to use when you get to your new home. We recommend packing a box full of essentials such as toothbrushes, toothpaste, toilet roll, chargers, shampoo and body wash. You will be thankful that these are to hand after a long day of moving. Ensure that each family member has an essentials box, it's your choice on what you deem essential. Its also wise to have a box that is dedicated to important items such as high-value jewelry, passports, home document, etc.

Don’t Forget To Change The Locks

When moving into any new house it is always wise to change your locks as soon as you move in. Organize for a locksmith to attend the house on the day to change all locks from main doors to windows. If you have changed locks yourself before then make sure you have all the equipment and locks ready before moving in, If you are not sure on what locks to get then do some research, consider installing MulTLock for extra security and peace of mind.

Shop Around With Removal Quote

Most people don't own vans that are big enough to transfer all their belongings, so if that's the case for you, you will need to hire one to help you out. Have a look online and ask around for recommendations. If you think you might need some extra help on the day then look for a company that will supply a driver who will help at your new home. However, remember that choosing the option of having someone to help load and unload will come at a more premium price. Some companies allow you to drive the van yourself, the only downfall to this is when you are done with the van you have to drop it back, which can be a pain if you have moved miles away.

Remember to hire only a legitimate removal company. If you hire someone that offers a “cheap removal service” but isn't a professional and certified removals expert, the chances are high they could damage your items.

In worst-case scenarios, they might even cause you a personal injury by accidentally dropping something on you!

With such circumstances, you'd have to hire someone like Dennis Hernandez if your injuries cause you long-term problems and mean you cannot earn a living.

Ask Family And Friends For Help

Sometimes we can underestimate the amount of work that goes into moving home, enlist the help of family and friends to ensure your move goes fast and smoothly. If you have young children then ask a relative to babysit, this will help hugely as you won't have to worry about children running around whilst moving large heavy pieces of furniture and potentially getting injured. 

Tell Everyone You Have Moved

This might seem like an obvious on but in the whirlwind of moving you might have forgotten to tell certain people that you are moving. Tell the essential people such as employers, utility companies, DMV, healthcare providers and banks. It is also a good idea to think about having your mail forwarded to your new address, this way you can see any companies you have left out and change them accordingly.

 

Check The Internet Connection At The New Location

 

Also, make sure you check the internet connection at your new location. If you’re going to a remote area, check rural internet options to see if you can get a high speed for work, study, or streaming. You don’t want to wind up in a situation where you’ve moved to a new house, but can’t connect to the web in the way that you’d like. 

 

The best policy here is to contact the internet provider directly. They can tell you how fast your connection is likely to be in a specific area so you don’t get any nasty surprises after moving day. 

 

Remember that moving is an exciting experience, if you are thinking of building your next home then take a look at BUILDING YOUR HOUSE: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW.

 

This is a contributed post.

 

 

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