Are you About to move ?
Your Enhanced Moving house checklist
moving house was not stressful enough, moving house checklist can add to the be anxious. luckily, the Uk Easy Removals Guide is full full of professionals and their contact details so that you can have a broad choices of moving house checklist when you need it.
- Before selling your home , getting new mortgae or just moving to bigger house , in case your selling your home you will need a Home Information Pack. Commission a HIP quote.
- Choose what type of mortgage you want make the right research to find the best deal.
- hire a conveyancing solicitor , ask friend and family to find a reputable solicitor in your area.
- Find a surveyor. You need to be provided with a brief report outlining any important problems that could make a difference to the worth of the property and outlook of future valuation .
- choose moving company.
- make a file for documenting all removals papers and receipts.
- write down a list of all your most important belongings.
- come to a decision which possessions you are taking to your new home
- where you will put the larger items.
- draw a floor plan of your new home is the best moving solution
- If you have possessions you don't intend taking with you to your new home, consider auctioning them on www.ebay.co.uk
- Check whether your insurance policy will cover your removals.
- check if your removal company should be able to provide insurance ( goods in transits)
- make inquiries local schools for the kids
- organize to transfer your children's school records.
- familiarise yourself with your new area :
- with local government
- with local community
- with local social news
- with local social activities
- start to clean cupboards and all what is necessary .
- start to clean old stuff need to be taken
- If relocating due to removals company , check what costs your employer will charge you
- Confirm your moving date so that you can hold of booking earlier
- Appoint a moving company
- look for if they offer other removal services, like insurance, storage, and cleaning.
- Remember you can have a discount with your removal company if you avoid peak moving times, weekends , Bank Holidays, term breaks, and Fridays.
- Start moving possessions into storage (if applicable).
- Arrange for new house to be cleaned (inside cupboards, walls & carpets etc.) in between the previous occupiers moving out and you moving in.
- hire carpet fitters to replace any carpets before you move in
- Service your cars and prepare your travel plans.
- Book hotel or accommodation if required.
- make an arrangement for childcare and pet care on moving day.
- Send out all your changes of address cards or letters …..etc
- check Moving home necessary changes
- Check you have adequate prescription medicines to cover the moving period.
- Safely dispose of all flammables :
- Paints
- Gas Bottles
- Cleaning Fluids
- Oils
- If your removal company is not making extended removal services make an arrangements or book people to carry out services:
- Removing light fittings
- House Cleaning
- dismantling of Hi Fi / Computer / Printers etc. and TV / satellite equipment. If doing it yourself, don't forget to insert transit screws where necessary
- Cancel all local deliveries and services, for example
- newspapers
- gardener
- cleaner
- milk delivery
- fuel or oil
- Prepare a list for all vital things that you will need on the day of your move
- Put your documents in a safe place
- Don't box and seal all important documents and any necessary thinks you may use :
- passports
- driving licenses
- jewellery
- money
- Finish packing
- Prepare detailed directions and an itinerary with emergency numbers for your moving company
- Settle outstanding bills with local retailers. Pick up dry cleaning, and return library books and rented videotapes
- Take pets to the vet and get copies of their records
- Give away plants not being moved
- Make arrangements to pay your moving company
- Clean outdoor equipment and toys
- drain any fuel from your lawn-mower and other machinery
- make sure that water is drained from hoses
- Defrost refrigerator and freezer. Make sure they are completely dry before moving to avoid mildew
- Wash and dry all linen and clothing
- Prepare your washing machine: disconnect power and water, check if Transit
- Check through your medicine cabinet and dispose of unwanted drugs
- If your clothing is to be transported on hangers in a clothing carton, ensure all clothing is securely fastened on the hanger and that they are all facing the same way.
- Make sure you are present when the removal crew arrives so you can guide them around the house confirming what is to be moved and any special instructions
- watch the unloading process
- Check for any damaged or missing items
- Place moving and other important documents in a safe place
- Go to the post office to collect any held mail.
