Moving house can be incredibly daunting and the joy of a new home is often tarnished by the headache that comes with moving day. Thankfully with No Worries Removals, you can be assured you have the most experienced and professional removalist teams working to provide a stress free move. Of course, there are ways to avoid bad choices so let me outline the some of the most common mistakes people make when moving house.
Common Moving Mistakes
Mistake 1: Not using professional help
Many people try to cut costs by using generous family and friends to help with the moving job. This is great if you have reliable allies, but you could also be at a disadvantage due to inexperience, inefficiency and ill-equipped resources.
Compare the cost of materials with the cost of a professional move and the difference will be less than expected.
Add up the cost of materials, including time off work to do the packing:
- Hiring a van
- Hiring help to pack and lift
- Buying packaging and boxes
Considering the risks of damage, unforseen hiccups and the general stress of moving, you have to ask, “Is it worth it?!” In the long run, you’ll get what you pay for and the cheapest option is not always the best.
Instead of choosing the cheaper ‘man with a van’, select a reputable company that’s known for its high level of service. Quality often goes hand in hand with price so be sure that you scope out any additional fees, such as packing services, insurance and other inclusions.
Mistake 2: Not planning
Any large job requires careful planning so make sure you reserve your date well in advance with a removal company. This helps avoid the stress of not getting the reservation date you prefer or having to pay more for it.
Wouldn’t it be lovely to pack up your home without lifting a finger, while someone else packs up your belongings and relocates everything for you? With No Worries Removals, you can get the complete package, with professionals to manage the entire process for you.
Mistake 3: Not packing properly
The risk of breakage and damage to goods is one of the most common mistakes made when undertaking a move. Good packing is the foundation of any successful move and incorrect packing can cost you both time and money.
Although home packing may be the last thing that you want to do in preparation for your move, early organisation is essential to greatly reduce stress on moving day. To get started, gather the following basic home packing items to have on hand during your move:
- Strong, sturdy boxes
- Packing paper
- Packing tape
- Texters or markers
- Bubble wrap
- Scissors
Mistake 4: Not notifying people you’ve moved
There usually is a long list of people you should contact and notify of your relocation and new forwarding address. Australia Post offers redirect services which can be extremely helpful when you’re short on time. You also need to deactivate utility services like power and water and ensure these are turned off and accounts are settled.
Mistake 5: Not notifying removalists of hazards
There’s a long list of potential problems when it comes to moving day, including parking problems, road access, delivery time restrictions and elevators or stairs. It’s important to be upfront with your moving company about potential problems they may run into as each of these situations may increase the cost of your move, so make sure to notify your partnering removalist of any issues.
Stress Less
A little planning and forethought will help you choose the ideal removal company that not only suits your individual needs but will ensure a smooth hassle free transition to your new home. If done right, moving house can be an exciting experience for you and your family!
Thanks so much for reading,
No Worries Removals
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