Relocating to a new home is an exciting experience, but it can also be a daunting one. While the thrill of getting settled into a new home can be exciting, the physical aspects of packing and moving everything can be overwhelming. There’s so much to remember, so many decisions to make, and so many tasks to complete. To make your move as stress-free as possible, we’ve compiled a list of 10 useful tips that will help you plan ahead and ensure your relocation is successful. Let’s get started!
1. Create a Budget
Before you start planning your move, it’s important to come up with an accurate budget that considers all the costs associated with moving house. This includes everything from buying new packing supplies to renting a moving truck or hiring professional movers. You should also factor in fees for insurance on any valuable items that you’re bringing with you.
2. Get Organised
Formulating a strategy ahead of time is the key to successful house moving. Constructing an agenda for every step – from decluttering your current place to cleaning up your new abode – and adhering to it will help you stay on track, guaranteeing that moving goes as effortlessly as possible.
Getting organised to move house also involves gathering moving supplies. You can usually find good quality boxes in different sizes for free if you ask around grocery stores, liquor stores or moving companies. Similarly, while newspaper may be outdated as a source of information, it comes in handy when moving house – simply ask your neighbours for the papers they don’t need and use them to wrap your belongings. Bubble wrap is another extremely useful moving supply, and spending a couple dollar to buy a large tub of it will go a long way in securing delicate items for the move. With just a bit of effort, you can easily collect moving supplies without breaking the bank!
3. Donate or Sell Unwanted Items
Now is the perfect time to get rid of any items that you no longer need or use. If they’re in good condition, consider donating them or selling them online or at a garage sale; this will also help reduce the amount of stuff you have to move in the long run!
4. Pack Up Early
Packing can take longer than expected, so it’s best to start early and pack room-by-room instead of trying to do everything at once on moving day itself! Also, be sure to label all boxes clearly with their contents – this will make unpacking easier once you arrive at your new home.
5. Book Movers in Advance
Booking movers well in advance not only guarantee availability but also allows you more time for planning and preparation. This service can help you to make your move easier, smoother, and faster than doing it yourself. It is imperative that you book a removalist as soon as possible after signing the contract of Sale. Generally, it is recommended that you lock in your removalist at least one week before to make sure you reserve the best removal service for the date and time of your move. Moving can be stressful enough without having to worry about not being able to find a removalist who has availability for your dates. Be sure to research different companies before making a final decision; read customer reviews and compare prices between different companies before settling on one.
6. Transfer Utilities Quickly
Transferring utilities may seem like a daunting task, but with the right preparation it can be a relatively simple process. Make sure to stay organized and document all relevant due dates and important details. Begin by gathering the necessary documents for each provider you will be transferring services for, such as account numbers, passwords, etc. Once you have gathered all of the information, contact your current as well as future providers to inform them about your planned transfers. Don’t forget to also cancel any existing contracts with your current providers in addition to setting up new services with any future ones.
Stone Hawkesbury recognises the difficulty associated with transitioning utilities and has partnered up with Myconnect to help ease the burden. Our clients can now have their utility bills changed over quickly and efficiently.
7. Update Your Address Everywhere
You’ll need time after moving day itself before bills start arriving at your new address – but don’t wait too long! Make sure everyone knows where you’ve gone by updating your address everywhere – from banks/insurance companies/utility providers, etc., to friends and family members who may want to visit or send postcards!
8. Find Local Services
Now that you’ve settled in, set aside some time – either during or after unpacking boxes – to survey the local services nearby such as doctor’s offices, dentists’ practices and grocery stores. This way you’ll know where to turn should you ever need them!
9. Make Sure Everything Is Insured
In case anything gets damaged during the move (which sometimes happens due unavoidable circumstances), be sure that everything is insured against any potential losses during transit itself until arrival at its destination – this is usually included within most removal packages offered by professional removal companies anyway!
10. Enjoy Your New Home!
Once you have arrived at your destination enjoy every moment spent settling into your new home – just like any other journey taken in life, this too shall pass…so sit back and appreciate every moment spent turning what was once a ‘house’ into ‘home sweet home’!
Moving house doesn’t have to be stressful if done correctly; following our 10 tips above should ensure that yours goes off without a hitch! From creating an accurate budget through booking movers early, right down to enjoying every moment spent settling into your new home – these tips should provide enough guidance throughout the whole process. If you do need any help with any of these steps our team at Stone Real Estate Hawkesbury is here to support you. Good luck & happy moving!