• Make lists. If you’re moving somewhere temporarily before you’re able to move into your future rental or home, make two lists to manage where your belongings need to go. It’ll help streamline the moving process.
• Take an inventory. Go room-to-room and write down everything that needs to be packed. If you have large items, like beds, dressers or entertainment centres, write down the measurements.
• Leave plenty of time to pack. Most people report that moving takes them at least one month to pack, so make sure to allow plenty of time. It can be helpful to set packing goals each day, writing those goals on a calendar so you won’t get overwhelmed before your move.
• Enlist help, but delegate. Having friends and family to help you pack can be very helpful, but first, everyone must agree on exactly what tasks they’ll be accomplishing and when they will be finished so everything runs smoothly.
• If you plan to hire a moving company, do your research and hire a reputable company that is licensed, bonded and insured. Use your gut instincts. If you don’t feel comfortable with the movers you hired, don’t let them take your possessions.
• When you’re packing, pack a suitcase or bag for each family member as if you’re all going on a weekend vacation. This would include clothing, any medications, toiletries or other personal items that would be needed for a few days away from home. Keep these personal belongings close to you, such as in your car, so you don’t have to search through your boxes for your basic necessities.
• Pack (and unpack) one room at a time. It can help you to better organize when you unpack at your new home.
• Get rid of clutter. Take this opportunity to clean out your closets and get rid of unwanted items. Have a yard sale or donate items you no longer want or need. It will save you time and money in the long run.
• Be creative. Use your linens, towels and clothing to pack around fragile items. It’ll save space and money on packing materials.
• Pack tightly, but not too heavily. Try to keep each box below 50 pounds if possible. It’ll decrease the chances that someone could get injured or that the box could break.
• When in doubt, take a photo. Use your cell phone to take pictures of how your electronic equipment is hooked up before disconnecting and packing the wiring. It’ll make unpacking and hooking up your equipment much less frustrating at your new place. Cord labels may also be helpful.
• Don’t forget to let people know you’ve moved. Fill out a change of address form at the post office at least 30 days before you move. Let everyone know you are moving, including your bank, cell phone provider, doctor, magazine and newspaper subscriptions, your children’s schools or child care provider, and any services you regularly pay for.

If you are looking for the “Ultimate Moving House Guide” printable version to stick on your fridge, please grab a copy from our website or download it here. For additional house moving tips or to receive a free, no-obligation moving services estimate, contact us today at (012) 997-1964

This is where a professional and reliable mover will step in to help you out with a full-service move. Regardless of the size of your items, a Pretoria furniture removals company should have knowledgeable and trained staff on board, who knows about the correct packing procedures. You can’t pack a box too tightly as it might break open. However, if you pack a box with too few items, there is a chance of it getting crushed by other boxes during the move. Your chosen Pretoria movers must be well-versed with the different packing methods of each item so we can easily prevent this possibility.

The biggest plus point of hiring a reliable Pretoria moving company is that they should fit into everyone’s budget plan. If you hire large companies for the packing and moving of your goods, then you have to pay them a fixed amount, which will be calculated based on a weight minimum, which means that even if the total weight of your goods is much lesser than the minimum weight, you still have to pay the full charge. Reputable mini movers shouldn’t charge any additional or hidden fees. Charges should be calculated only after your moving company assesses the total weight of your goods.

They put the convenience of their customers first. They provide customers with accurate delivery times and dates so that they can plan the move accordingly. In case you need to deliver your goods at multi-delivery points, any good removals company provide that facility to save you the trouble. To get a clear idea about the typical moving services, take a quick look below:

• They should help in quick and easy employee relocations.
• People are buying items on eBay and online auctions all the time. They help in the shipment of goods to people’s houses.
• If your son/daughter is attending a university or school that is situated far away, then your mover will see to it that all shipments reach the venue in record time.
• You might want to send a television or a piece of furniture to your friend or relative. A reliable mover should have experience in transporting electronic goods and furniture.

If you are interested in engaging a reliable mover, all you have to do is to contact Box & Move and we will get back to you immediately. Mini Moves promise to provide you with the best services at the most reasonable rates.

If you are looking for the “Ultimate Moving House Guide” printable version to stick on your fridge, please grab a copy from our website or download it here. For additional house moving tips or to receive a free, no-obligation moving services estimate, contact us today at (012) 997-1964

1. 1. Winging It – One of the most common mistakes people make during the moving process is flying by the seat of their pants. Not having a plan for a major event in your life is rarely a good idea, especially when it involves everything you own. Sit down with your partner and each member of the household to make a list of everything that needs to be done before you move. Include things like disconnecting electricity and other utilities, packing and cleaning your empty house. With a solid game plan, you’ll reduce the number of potential surprises that can derail your move.
   2. Moving During the Winter – While it may not seem like that big of a deal, in theory, moving during the winter can be a major pain when you face the situation in practice. The moving truck could get stuck in a drift, it could be icy at the new home, making it difficult to move in, there could be two feet of snow in the way, and schlepping boxes in wintry weather is sure to leave everyone in poor spirits. If at all possible, try to schedule your move when the weather is relatively warm.
   3. Using the Moving Company That Submitted the Lowest Bid – The fact that you’re only making a local move doesn’t mean that you should get skimpy when it comes to choosing a moving company. You still want all of your stuff to get to the new house, and you want it to get there in one piece. Don’t make the mistake of leaving your move in the hands of someone who doesn’t care about your property and who will not take care of it as if it were their own. Take the time to research movers, rather than blindly accepting the lowest offer in a bid to save some money.
   4. Paying for Movers – Sometimes with local moves, it’s not even worth the money to secure professional movers to get the job done. Save your money by just treating your friends to pizza for helping you out. The more friends or family you have helping you move, the faster it will move along. You could have your whole house moved into by the end of the day, including having most of it unpacked and put away.
   5. Avoiding “Spring Cleaning” Before the Move – One of the worst things you can do during any move is to transfer everything from one location to the other without culling things that are better donated or thrown away. There’s a good chance that there are several things that should probably be discarded or donated rather than packed up and moved. Take the time to weed out the junk you’ve collected over the years. If you haven’t used it in three years, chances are you won’t use it again. Throw it out.
   6. Underestimate How Much You’re Moving – If you are hiring a mover, they will need to know how much you are moving so they know what size truck to bring. If you don’t know what you’ve got, you won’t know what to tell the mover. This especially holds true if the moving company won’t be coming out to evaluate the situation before moving day. They will want to know how many pieces of furniture you have, and which large appliances you will be moving. They will also need to know a rough estimate regarding the number of boxes and cartons that will need to fit into the truck. If you have a good idea of what you have, you’ll get a closer estimate of how much the move will cost you.
   7. Procrastinating – Time is elusive. Don’t let it get away from you. You don’t want to leave most of the packing for the night before your big move just because it’s a local one. Instead, in the weeks leading up to the move, start packing up everything that isn’t essential and necessary for daily life until you get moved.
   8. Poor Labeling – Having unclear labels or no labels at all will make the move more difficult than it has to be, so take the time to label your boxes. You will want clear, legible labels to make sure your things get to the correct room in your house. You don’t want to have to take the time to move things around to different rooms once you’ve got everything inside.
   9. Having the Movers Pack Your Belongings – While packing can be a pain, don’t let the movers charge you per box for getting your valuables packed up for you. It’s not worth the money. You can get boxes for free from local liquor stores and grocery stores. These boxes will be smaller, making it harder to over-pack to the point that it’s too heavy to lift. Keep things simple and affordable by packing your own things. Plus, packing it all yourself ensures you know where everything is, and that it’s all securely stowed away.
   10. Not Having the Right Tools for the Job – If you don’t hire movers, trying to move everything yourself without the proper tools is a big but common mistake. Rent or borrow a dolly and straps for moving. Don’t strain your back or pull muscles by lifting everything yourself.

Keep some of the stresses of moving to a minimum by avoiding the biggest mistakes most people make. Keep it simple and keep it affordable, but remember affordable doesn’t mean cheap.

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Moving and Packing Checklist

We have it all here at Box & Move. We provide you with our own shuttle service so that your goods will arrive safely at your new home. We can prepare and clean your new and previous residence with our dedicated cleaning service so that you don’t have to worry about doing it yourself. Sit back, relax and let us do the work.

So let’s get started:

At least one month before your move:

• Schedule a free in-home moving estimate.

One month before your move:

• Reserve your move date.

If you are doing your own packing, and you have not already done so, schedule delivery of your boxes and packing materials.

• Begin organizing and packing.

Your attic, basement, and garage are wonderful places to start.  Make sure that all box seams are sealed securely with packing tape to ensure safe handling.

Fill in empty spaces with paper to prevent shifting in transit.  Label each box with a description of the contents and the room to which the contents belong.

One to two weeks prior to your move:

• Mail change of address forms
• Finish most packing.

The day before your move:

• Set aside items that you will need for the final cleanup.
• Clean refrigerator, disconnect water line and allow to dry.
• Finish up any last-minute packing. If you have arranged for us to pack, set aside items you will need until everything is unpacked.

The morning of the move:

• Strip all beds.
• Secure pets.
• Make sure driveway is free of obstructions.

If you are looking for the “Ultimate Moving House Guide” printable version to stick on your fridge, please grab a copy from our website or download it here. For additional house moving tips or to receive a free, no-obligation moving services estimate, contact us today at (012) 997-1964