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Top 10 Tips for a Stress-Free Move

By Dundee Removals #Moving #Tips

Moving house can be one of life’s most stressful events, but it doesn’t have to be! With a little planning and the right approach, you can make your move smooth and hassle-free. Here are our top 10 tips to help you every step of the way:

  1. Start Packing Early: Give yourself plenty of time to pack. Begin with items you use less often and work your way to everyday essentials.
  2. Declutter Before You Move: Sort through your belongings and donate, sell, or recycle anything you no longer need. This reduces moving costs and makes unpacking easier.
  3. Use Sturdy Boxes & Packing Materials: Invest in quality boxes and packing supplies to protect your items. Avoid overfilling boxes to prevent breakage.
  4. Take Final Meter Readings: Record your gas, electricity, and water meter readings on moving day. Take photos for your records and share them with your utility providers.
  5. Inform Your Local Council: Update your council tax details when you move in or out to avoid overpaying or missing important notices.
  6. Label All Boxes Clearly: Mark each box with its contents and the room it belongs to. This makes loading, unloading, and unpacking much more efficient.
  7. Keep Important Documents & Valuables With You: Don’t pack passports, jewelry, or important paperwork in the moving van. Keep them safe and accessible.
  8. Book Your Removal Company in Advance: Secure your preferred moving date by booking early, especially during busy periods like weekends or month-end.
  9. Pack an Essentials Box: Include items you’ll need right away in your new home—kettle, mugs, snacks, toiletries, phone chargers, and a change of clothes.
  10. Take Photos of Electronics: Before disconnecting cables, take a quick photo so you know how to reconnect everything at your new place.
  11. Do a Final Walkthrough: Check every room, cupboard, and storage area before you leave to make sure nothing is forgotten.

Need help with your move? Request a free quote or call us for expert advice and professional moving services in Dundee, Perth, Angus, and Fife.