INTRODUCTION
This is a summary of some things you may need to consider if you are about to move home. Moving home is one of the most stressful things we can go through in life. So, try to stay calm and controlled. Some things are bound to go wrong. Don't worry. You may even find the whole process rather amusing in years to come.
BOOK REMOVAL FIRM
Try and get a firm recommended from a friend or relative. The British Association of Removers will provide names of reputable companies. Get a written quote and check carefully what is included in the total cost. What do their terms and conditions say? Are there any likely extras? Is there an extra charge for Insurance cover? When you have chosen a suitable remover, write to them and get them to confirm the arrangements. Ring them a few days beforehand to check that everything is all right.
BOOK SERVICES
Book an electrician, plumber, or carpet fitter. These can help remove the cooker and washing machine and reconnect them into your new home. Notify the gas and electricity and telephone companies of the date of your move and ask them to read the meters and connect you up in your new home.
REDIRECT THE MAIL
Get the appropriate forms from the Post Office to arrange the redirection of your mail, ideally for 12 months.
NOTIFYING YOUR CHANGE OF ADDRESS
You will need to write to various places and advise them of your change of address. These could include the following:
- Doctor
- Dentist
- Local Council
- Phone Company
- Electricity Company
- Gas Company
- Employer
- Department of Social Security
- Insurance Companies
- Credit Card Companies
- Driver Vehicle Licensing Centre
- Premium Bonds Centre
- National Savings Office
- Loan Companies
- Solicitor
- Accountant
ONE WEEK BEFORE THE MOVE
- Organise a mass sort out of your belongings
- Pack the less essential items
- Organise your packing and labelling system
- Check the removal arrangements
- Check the arrangements for the disposal and collection of keys
- Cancel milk, papers, and outstanding bills
- Remove contents from freezer
- Have a good clean around the home your leaving
THE DAY OF THE MOVE
- Get up early!
- Organise a survival kit (Money, Drinks, Meals, Soap, Towels, Toilet Paper, Etc)
- Get everything packed up ready for the removers
- Show removers around the house
- Remove everything from home!
- Final check around home
- Collect and Dispose of keys
- Leave the property secure
- Get everything into your new home
- Have a rest!
GOOD LUCK!
