When moving interstate there are many things that you will need to take into account. It’s a huge decision and location is usually determined by where you’ll work, where the kids will go to school and what kind of community you will be moving to. On top of all these considerations, you will need to plan the actual move.
When undertaking an interstate move, most people will need professional help to assist with the relocation, after all, packing up your entire life is likely to be a stressful situation so paying professionals to ease the transition is a logical and often necessary move. No Worries Removals has an experienced team of professionals who specialise in interstate removals and they will endeavour to make you relocation as smooth as possible.
Once you’ve booked a removalist, you will need to organise your belongings and formulate a plan and prioritise approach. The cost of furniture removals will depend on several factors. First, how much space will your belongings occupy, bearing in mind that packing up a 1 bedroom apartment will obviously require less space than packing up a 4 bedroom house. This is an ideal time for individuals or families to clear out non essential belongings which will ultimately save you money. Another factor to consider is the distance you are travelling, moving from Brisbane to Perth will be a lot more expensive than relocating from Sydney to Brisbane. It’s advisable to book your interstate removalists as soon as possible, allowing as much as 12-week notice.
Packing Tips
Ensure that you are well equipped with boxes, newspapers, bubble wrap and duct tape, which are all essential components in packing for your interstate move. You still need to live your life up until the move, so initially you should pack items that are infrequently used and are not needed in your day to day life. Fragile items and valuable goods should be packed well and secured to prevent damage. It’s a good idea to compile an inventory list, and it is also recommended that you obtain an insurance policy in the case that your goods are broken, chipped or damaged during the move.
Be sure to label clearly all the cartons and items that you are having moved. Provide instructions on the boxes as to where their location in the house and handling. Your instructions should include:
- Arrows on the box, indicating the position the box should keep (e.g. upright).
- Instructions for items that need handling with care (indicate FRAGILE on the carton).
- Instructions for the part of the house the items belong (e.g. bedroom, kitchen etc.).
- Information on each box contents (e.g. cups and spoons).
Keeping all the above points in mind will make your move much easier. You’ll be well prepared to tackle any situations that may arise.
Other Things to Consider
Know when to take a break. It’s understandable to want to do everything in one fell swoop. However, sometimes you just need to acknowledge that right now may not be the best time to unpack or pack that particular box or couch and that maybe a nice cup of tea, cold glass of water or frosty beer and a breather might be the best option for the moment! Give yourself permission to relax for 10 or 15 and then get back to it.
Leave the cleaning til the very end. Getting bond money back or cleaning a house you’ve sold is just another stress to add to the list. One way to avoid pushing a mop around while the van is being loaded is to set aside an extra day for it after you’ve moved. That way, you have the epic task of moving one day and then the next you can go back and do the colossal clean, or hire professional cleaners or friends in need of a bit of a cash to do it for you.
Let No Worries Removals and their team of removalist specialists make your move a streamlined hassle free process, so you can focus on the important things.
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