Check List for Removals
Moving can be a stressful time, so make sure everything goes smoothly by planning well in advance. Our easy-to-follow guide will help:
Two months to go…
- Talk to us about booking your removal
- Buy your packing and storage supplies from here
- Start sorting out your loft and garage. It’s a great way to get rid of things you don’t need – why not donate unwanted good condition old toys / books / CDs to charity?
- Put important documents into archive boxes and label them clearly, you may need them when you get to your new home
- Do you need kennels or a cattery for the move? Book it in advance.
- Think about putting items of excess furniture into storage until you’ve settled into your new home – talk to the experts and find out how inexpensive it could be!
One month to go…
- If you’re moving a long way, get your car service and tyres checked well before the journey
- Register with local doctors, dentists, etc if you are moving to a new area
- Confirm your moving arrangements with Larbert Carriers
- Start putting items you don’t use every day into boxes
- Could some of those items go into longer term storage to free up more room in your new home? Talk to us!
Two weeks to go…
- Contact the gas, electric, water, phone / TV / cable companies to arrange supplies for your new home
- Let people know about your change of address – not just friends, but also companies (online shops, mail order, magazine subscriptions)
- Organise your mail to be re-directed for at least three months
One week to go…
- Confirm with solicitor and estate agents that the move is going to plan
- Make sure all your packing is done – double-check the loft and garage
- Remind friends and family you’ll need a hand next week!
The day before…
- Put everything practical you’ll need to one side in a clearly marked box: tape measure, extension lead, step ladder etc
- Get a box of the essentials together – loo roll, kettle, tea, coffee, mugs biscuits – and keep out any paperwork you may need tomorrow…
- Check your removal details with us.
