YOUR KEYS TO A GOOD MOVE

The thought of moving usually leaves people feeling stressed out and overwhelmed. However, it doesn't have to. If you take the time to organize your home before moving day, the process will go a whole lot smoother.

MODE OF TRANSPORTATION

First you have to decide if you will be moving yourself or hiring a company to do it for you. If you are doing it yourself, make sure you have enough help and trucks/vans to load up your boxes. If you decide to hire outside help, do some research on moving companies and schedule them as early as possible (months in advance if you can).

WHAT TO PACK

Before you start packing up your house, decide what you really need to bring into your new home. Many things lose their value or use over the years, but you still hang on to them. Moving is the perfect time to rid yourself of this clutter by throwing out or donating items that have outlasted their usefulness. Doing so will make your move much lighter and quicker.

>> Organizing tips: De-cluttering for a healthy home

START EARLY

Don't wait until the last minute before you start packing. Begin early and pack up the things you won't need until you move, like off-season clothing, books, pots and pans, etc., or start in a room you don't use very often, such as the basement or garage.

Once you've loaded these things into boxes, designate a room or corner in your home to stack them up until you are ready to load them on to the truck. In the weeks before you move, you can pack while watching TV or chatting with friends -- anything you can get out of the way now will help you later.

>> 52 Ideas to organize your home: An organizing tip a week

LABEL YOUR BOXES

Keep all items from each room together and then label each box with the room they belong in. This will go a long way in keeping things organized and make unpacking quicker. Also, label boxes containing fragile items, especially if you are having movers transport your things.

LEARN YOUR NEW ADDRESS

It might sound basic, but most people don't make the effort to learn their new address before moving in. You will need it early on to give to everyone from the postal service to the pizza delivery guy. (Bonus: Work out the directions so you can guide someone to your house.)

SEPARATE OUT A BOX OF NECESSITIES

Take one box and fill it with stuff you will need as soon as you get in your new home, such as toilet paper, soap, light bulbs, garbage bags, sheets, towels... and anything else you think you will immediately need. This will eliminate the hassle of rummaging through all your boxes to find your toothbrush.

>> How to organize your clothes

ORGANIZE YOUR UTILITIES

Make sure you have turned on all your utilities in your new home before you move in. Contact the gas, electric, phone, water and cable companies before you move so they are ready and waiting for you. You don't want to have to unpack your things in the dark -- or in the heat if the air conditioning isn't working!

>> 6 Ways to save money on energy

On the flip side, don't have your utilities turned off in your old house until after you leave. You're going to want that electricity while your packing and moving things out, and if you have a landline, you might need that phone to make calls pertaining to your move.

EASIER THAN YOU THINK

Moving doesn't have to be a headache, but you have to prepare for the big day. Don't procrastinate, keep things organized and you'll enjoy a smooth, stress-free move.

Source:  http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/803496/moving-to-a-new-house-get-organizational-tips-for-an-easier-move

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Moving Your Business

By Diane Schmidt, About.com Guide March 22, 2008
I've had a lot of requests from business owners or employees who are stuggling with organizing an office move. While this site has primarily focused on household moves, it's time to expand to other types of moves that require just as much, if not more, planning and preparation.

To start, I've created a business/office moving budget template (Ms Excel version) that will help determine costs and expenses - just email me to request a copy. In addition, just to get you started, check out the first article in an upcoming series for business moves, one that will help with the initial stages of your move, including recruitment and planning.

And keep checking back for more articles on moving your business or office.

Source:  http://moving.about.com/b/2008/03/22/moving-your-business.htm

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Checklist for Business and Office Moves
Don't Forget These Tasks When Moving an Office or Business

By Diane Schmidt, About.com Guide

Preparing to move an office or business can be a lot more complicated than moving a household. Preparing is key and ensuring that everything on your list is complete, is essential. Use this quick checklist as a guide to keeping your move on track.


Checklist to Moving an Office or Business: Things to Do
Determine a time frame and moving schedule


Set-up a communications plan to let customers, suppliers and other pertinent parties know about the move


Make a list of tasks (use this guide and other articles on this site to determine list) and assign tasks to individuals


If moving a larger company, set-up a moving committee to help organize the move and to keep the move on track


Inform employees and get them involved; make sure they know their roles and what is expected of them; for example, do they pack their own office or cubicle?


Determine the new office set-up and look; make sure you know ahead of time where offices will be located and where equipment needs to be installed


Get moving quotes from companies, check references and book movers


Contact current service providers to inform them of the move; make sure that new providers are aware of installation dates, including telephone lines, fax, hydro, Internet access, postal service, couriers, etc…


If you require special technical assistance to move and install equipment such as a photocopier, computer network or specialty telephone service, make sure you book this well in advance so that the service is up and running on your move-in date


Make sure you’ve established a packing schedule; determine what can be packed in advance and what areas are packed last


Purchase packing supplies, including the appropriate boxes


Provide packing instructions to employees or professional packers (if hiring); make sureboxes are properly packed and labeled with office location, importance, and content


Prepare furniture for moving and label each piece so it will be moved to the correct area of the new space; this can be accomplished by numbering or labeling areas of the new office space on a blueprint map; label the furniture accordingly and give the map to the movers so they know where to place items, including packed boxes


Make sure equipment has been properly prepared for moving; this includes removing any liquids and ensuring removable parts are packed and labeled; if you’re don’t know how to pack equipment, hire a technical specialist or call the equipment manufacturer for information and advice


To avoid additional charges, find out in advance where the moving truck can park to load at the old office location and where it can unload at the new location; inform surrounding businesses of your move and if you’ll be blocking entrances or taking additional parking spaces.

Source:   http://moving.about.com/od/movingabusinessoffice/a/business_checklist.htm

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Who to Notify When Moving an Office
Notification Checklist for Your Move

By Diane Schmidt, About.com Guide


Moving an office is complicated. With so many things to do, it’s easy to overlook smaller, yet vital, tasks. To keep your office move on track, use the following checklist guide that will ensure nothing is left undone.


Notify Companies and Customers of the MoveThe following detailed notification list can be used in conjunction with the article Update Business Information Before You Move. Used together, you'll find that you've covered all your bases.


Customers and Clients: It’s a good idea to let your customer base know about the move first, preferably at least a month before the move is to occur. Provide information on the new location, either by sending out a formal letter or an email with map enclosed or attached to everyone in your company database, or in the case of a retail shop, placing a map and notification sign on the front door. Post the information on your web page with easy-to-follow directions and any particulars that will keep your customers coming back; this could include a “move-in” sale or an official opening party.


Service Providers, Vendors and Government Agencies: Notify services and vendors that your company uses on a regular basis. It may include a printer, courier, office supply store or internet service provider.


Banks and Insurance: Banks will require notification early; you’ll need to change the address on company checks, then have the checks printed, notify credit card companies and any other financial institutions or service providers. You may decide that your company would benefit from transferring business accounts from one bank to another or from one branch to another; speak with your bank representative about services available in the new location/neighborhood.

Insurance companies also need to be notified early. They’ll need to assess the new space and provide you with a new estimate if applicable. This is a great time to speak with your insurer about moving insurance and what you’ll need to ensure your office is protected.


Change Incoming Phone Messages: Along with updating company information and marketing materials , there are other ways that you can ensure the public learns of the upcoming move. Add a notification to the answering machine/voice mail service stating the date of the move, where you’re moving to and how this might affect service. Also provide contact information for those clients who may have specific concerns.

Have employees also change their direct office voice mail line with information on the move and the new address. Again, it’s an easy way to remind contacts of the move and inform those who are not in the contact database of the change.


Change Your Signature Line: Adding a notice in the email signature line for all employees ensures that every email that is sent out will remind the receiver of the upcoming move. This is a great way of reaching individuals not in the company contact listing.


Stamp Outgoing Correspondence: Purchase a red stamp that states “Note New Address”; stamps can usually be purchased at an office supply store. Stamp updated letterhead to ensure that recipients are aware of the address change. Note that this notification step may not be applicable until after the move is complete.


Telephone: This should be the first utility you contact about your move; you want to make sure your business remains open during the move or that there is as little disruption as possible. Let the phone company know when the move is and ask that phones be installed and ready to operate in the new location the day before your move-in date, just to ensure the system is up and running on your move-in date.

Ask the company to set-up a call-forward system effective the day of your move. If your company is changing phone numbers, then request that an advisory is added to your old number letting callers know of the phone number change. Once you’ve moved, it’s a good idea to call your old number to ensure that the service is in place. Also ensure that your new business number and address are updated in the next telephone book and directory.


Post Office and Email: Notify the post office of your move and arrange to have the mail forwarded for a few months after the move. As noted previously, add a move notice to employee signature lines prior to the move and following the move as well; post-move the signature should ask the recipient to note the change of address and contact information.

Also, regular courier companies that pick-up and drop-off should also be notified of the address change and any changes to services.

Source:  http://moving.about.com/od/movingabusinessoffice/a/office_checklist.htm

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How to Operate Your Business During a Move
Tips on Keeping Customers Happy While You Move

By Diane Schmidt, About.com Guide




Business as Usual?D.Schmidt

When moving a business, it’s critical that downtime is kept to a minimum. Each day that a company fails to provide services, ceases production or reduces the amount of work that’s completed, is a day of lost revenue, followed by the potential for permanent loss of customers who decide to take their business elsewhere. Keeping your business fully running during a move is essential to any company’s success. And the key to that success, is to Create a Comprehensive Moving Plan to ensure both employees and the public are aware of your moving schedule.


Should We Hire an Outside Consultant?Hiring a moving consultant is a good idea if your company is short on time and/or staff. A move will take a lot of human resource time and energy to complete, so when you’re planning for the move make sure you take this into consideration. Staff time should be put into your moving budget as an expense. Before deciding if you should hire an outside company or consultant, crunch the numbers to see how much you’ll be spending if you keep the moving services internal to your company. Again, consider how many full-time staff will be required to plan, implement and execute the move. This should also include time for marketing and Notification to Customers and Service Providers. It may be worth your company’s while to hire an outside consultant to handle all the moving details.


What About a Communications Plan?A fundamental key to any moving plan must include a communications plan. If you have a medium to large company, it’s a good idea to create separate internal and externals plans; employees will need to be kept abreast of time frames well in advance of public notification. An internal plan should include employee roles, tasks to be completed and predetermined meetings when employees will have a chance to provide input, ask questions and assist in making decisions. Remember, the more employees are involved in the initial decision-making steps, the more they’ll be on board for the move.

If you’re a large or medium-sized company, external plans can be divided into audience types: customers, suppliers and service providers. For smaller companies or for companies with the majority of audience members residing in just one of these categories, one communications plan should suffice. A plan must include a detailed time frame, one that is established well-ahead of the move. Your employees and the public will need to know the move date, the hours of operation, if there will be any downtime and who they can speak to if they have any concerns. Also determine how the move may impact service delivery or production, which should also be sent out to customers well in advance of the move.

Once you have a plan in place, assign roles to staff as appropriate with given time frames for completion. Tasks that will need to be completed also include updating the contacts database, writing and formatting communication pieces – flyers, emails, notification letters, newspaper ads and/or telephone scripts – and ensuring that means of return reply are in place. In other words, make sure All Business Information is Updated.


When is the Best Time to Move?There are two time considerations when planning a move: what time of year to move and what days of the week are best to move. Both factors depend on the type of business you're running. Some companies find that summer months produce the largest sales volumes, so winter moves are probably best. For retail businesses whose busiest season may be Thanksgiving and Christmas, a spring move might have the least impact on your operation. Likewise, weekday moves may prove to be best for retail business since most transactions occur on weekends; choose less busy sales days such as Monday or Tuesday.


How Much Time Will We Need?Like all moves, this depends on how much stuff you have to move. Some companies can move within a day or two while others may require more move time. The answer to this question also depends on how much money you can afford to spend on your move; the more money you put towards the move, the more helping hands you can hire.

If you're fortunate enough to have access to the new location prior to your move-in date, you may want to decide which pieces of the company can be moved early. This way, vital components can be moved, set-up and ready to keep business operating during the rest of the move.


Hire Enough MoversI always recommend that businesses hire movers to do the actual move. Hiring a reputable company will prove to be worth every single penny when you find that your move is completed within the needed time frame. Often with business movers, they can assess your operation, and knowing the maximum amount of time you want the move to take, they'll recommend the appropriate number of movers to ensure the job gets done on time.

Source:  http://moving.about.com/od/movingabusinessoffice/a/How-To-Operate-Your-Business-During-A-Move.htm

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Moving a Business or Office - Where to Start
How to Plan for Your Business Move

By Diane Schmidt, About.com Guide

I've had a lot of requests from individuals who have been given the task of moving their company office. Moving an office is a large undertaking that may require additional help in the form of other colleagues (creating a committee) or professional packers. I've coordinated a few office moves and found that the key to a successful move is to build some alliances who can help motivate and coordinate the rest of the office staff.

For the purposes of just getting you started on your office move, we will begin with some basic steps to start the moving process.


Plan the MoveCreate a time-line that will allow for all the necessary stages of your move. This will need to be discussed with the rest of your moving team or with the managers and supervisors to ensure that it is feasible. For a small office, you'll need at least three months to prepare and for a medium to large office, at least six to eight months. The key is to start as early as possible.

The next step is to collect all information on the new space. Try to acquire blue prints or floor layout so you can identify key components such as electrical outlets, storage space, etc. and most importantly, to determine the new office layout. It is also a good idea to have a general layout plan for your current space so you can compare the two; if there are areas in the current office that are not working, identify them so that they can be resolved in your new space.

Also make a list of potential problems with the new space, such as a smaller reception area or less storage area or perhaps a larger open space that may require more cubicles or temporary walls. It may be necessary to hire carpenters or painters if walls need to be constructed or painted. This may have been addressed when the new space was acquired, but just make sure that no additional construction or cosmetic changes need to be completed prior to the move.


Gather Your TeamFor medium to large offices, I recommend appointing (or ask for volunteers), someone from each department or division to coordinate their particular area. This could be assigned to the department supervisor or manager who can then ensure that each employee takes responsibility for packing their desk, files and personal items. For smaller offices, you may be on your own. If so, identify a few key people who may be able to help with coordinating the move.

Your team can also assist in identifying current issues with the old space and provide possible solutions for the new office. This is a great way to incorporate other viewpoints and to achieve consensus on the move if some are not quite excited about the change.


Have Regular MeetingsIn your schedule, set regular meetings and make sure that employees are notified of meeting details. It is important to keep everyone informed to limit any worries or concerns; moving is stressful for everyone involved especially if decisions are not being communicated.


Determine Your BudgetIf you have a specific budget amount assigned for your move, it will be important to identify costs before you hire movers, or even before you pack the first box. If If you're uncertain of your budget and what the move might entail, e-mail me for an Office Moving Budget template that will help organize your costs.

Assign TasksHave your moving committee create a list of tasks that need to be completed and make sure they are added to the time line/schedule. You may require specialty service providers, such as telephone line installers or computer network specialists. Ask each department manager or supervisor what is required from their area. Make sure common areas are covered, such as the reception area, lobby, and storage areas.

One of the most critical tasks is to hire the movers. There are moving companies that specialize in office moves. Just make sure you do your research, ask the right questions, and have the company come to your office to assess your move. Like any household move, you need to make sure the company is reliable and that you are receiving the best service for the cost. This task can be assigned to a few people, each calling specific companies then comparing notes. Start early to make sure you get the best price possible.

Keep checking back for more articles on moving your office or business.

Source:  http://moving.about.com/od/preparingforyourmove/a/planofficemove.htm

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Arrange Furniture Before You Move Using Floor Plans
Organize Your Space with Floor Plans

By Diane Schmidt, About.com Guide

One of the great things about moving is the chance to start over in a new place, and by using floor plans, you can create a unique space that works well for you.

With the help of some great online tools, creating that perfect new space is even easier. As I've mentioned in previous articles, we're in the process of planning our next move. And since we already know what the layout of our new home will be, I'm starting to plan where everything will fit.

This is also a good project to undertake before you even begin to pack up your home to move. Knowing the size of space you're moving into, how it's set-up, can help determine what should move with you and what should be left behind.


Furniture Arranging Sites - Free Templates
Lowes provides beginner, intermediate and advance online workshops in furniture arrangement and interior design. Free and easy to use, this is a good place to start. Lowes also provides information on how to sketch out your space and includes printable templates. The only con is that the templates can't be used online. So, depending on how you work best, either on your computer or using actually paper and cut-outs, this may be a great place to get the information you need.


American Drew offers a free online furniture arranging option. It's a simple tool, one where you can enter the size of the room then place simple pieces of furniture. It works well and it's pretty simple to use, but it also lacks the variety of furniture pieces that other sites offer.


My Decor's website is a great place to start as well. It's professional style and tips offers a lot of information and tools in one place and it's in 3D so you can see just how a room might look. Plus, their use of color helps to imagine more than just furniture layout; you can see how color might work together in a space. Takes a little time to get your room started, but once you do there's lots of great stuff here to use. Highly recommended.


Copenhagen Furniture offers printable templates and tips on arranging furniture and drawing your room to scale. Again, a great tool for those who prefer to use actual paper to model their home.

Source:  http://moving.about.com/od/afterthemove/a/free_tools.htm

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Preventing Damage To Property While Moving

August 18th, 2011 | Gibbons 

The biggest cause for concern when moving is damage from the move and damage to objects you are moving. Damage can occur even on a long haul move with the help of interstate removalists so it pays to know a few tips and tricks. In order to avoid damage the number one trick to keep in mind is to be patient and never rush.

Rushing around is the biggest cause of damage to property and I am sure we can all think of examples. Even if you are not moving house it is when we are rushing out to work that we bump into that vase and smash it. When we are in a rush we are also more likely to have an accident so it is important to remain calm and take care when moving.

Handling Large Furniture

Large furniture is the most expensive and unfortunately easiest to damage out of all the items you are probably moving. Here are some good tips to get you started:

• Lift with your legs, not your back.
• Make sure you (and other people helping to lift) have a firm grip before moving.
• If you have time measure your spaces so you know how easily an object will be to move.
• Dismantle large objects as much as you can. For example, a table can usually have the legs removed.
• Try not to lift over 30 kilograms on your own.
• Always try and use a trolley or something else to make furniture easy to move.
• Always be sure to take your time moving large objects through doorways. If you rush through a small space this is when you will damage table tops, tv screens and anything else large and fragile.

Packing Fragile Items

Packing fragile belongings such as glassware may seem like an art form but there are simple tips to make it easier:

• If you are unsure then hire removalists to assist or complete the move.
• Try and have enough strong and sturdy boxes.
• Wrap items individually, bubble wrap if you can or at least newspaper.
• The best way to avoid breakage is to find a balance between too loose and too tight. Make sure fragile objects cannot move around in their box.
• If you are still unsure then use common sense because if it looks like it could break then t probably will.

Loading a Truck, Trailer or Car

Packing a truck or trailer is like packing a box but on a much larger scale. You need to make sure that objects will not move around too much or fall on each other. It is also a good idea to check what you are putting next to what as certain items may not be fragile but they may be next to something fragile.

How Not to Break Your New and Old House

The most annoying part of a move is seeing all the scrapes and scratches on your belongings and then finding corresponding scratches on your doors and walls. If you can move furniture around with a thick blanket on it will help to avoid most damage to walls and door frames. Take care when moving and remember no matter how expensive an item was you are still more important.

Source:  http://blog.emove.com.au/preventing-damage-property-moving/#more-234

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5 Tips for an Easy House Move

September 4th, 2011 | Gibbons

An easy house move may seem like an impossible task but there are tips that can help you have a smoother transition. Even though you might have hired interstate removalists for your big day there are still many things you will have to prepare and move yourself. You must also remember that moving house will mean you are either giving up a rental property or selling your own property.

This means you will not only have to consider your own belongings but also the condition of your current residence. Try to work through your house move in the following order:

• Cleaning It Up
• Packing It Up
• Unpacking It
• Placing It
• Enjoying It

These steps will take you through your entire move even if it is a difficult one. Unfortunately the first step is always the hardest and it involves some good old fashioned elbow grease.

Cleaning It Up

Cleaning up your current home should be done while you are starting to organise your move. Remember thatremovalists won’t be cleaning your house for you and you need to be able to tell them what needs to be moved. Try to use this time as a way of sorting through things you can throw away, give away or sell.

Packing It Up

The next step is a lot easier if you have hired professionals to do it, but even if you have you will have to pack your personal things. Remember to keep aside clothing for in between the move as well as anything you will need straight away. Make sure you mark everything on the box so it saves you time in the next step.

Unpacking It

Once everything has been brought to your new home and put inside you will have to start the long task of unpacking. As mentioned in the last step you should have marked down what was in what boxes. This is so you can place those boxes in the approprite room:

Separate boxes into the rooms they will belong to.

Unpack each room one at a time.

To save time and energy have different family members work on different rooms.

Do not try to ‘organise’ where everything has to be, leave that for the next step.

Placing It

Once everything is unpacked in each room you can start to see where you want items to go. Start with key items such:

• Tables and chairs.
• Televisions.
• Beds.
• Cupboards.
• Rugs.

These are items that are going to tie your rooms together so put them where you want them first and then work through the smaller items. Remember, this step may take months as you begin to settle into your new home. Don’t stress if you haven’t got it right straight away as you have to see how you want your new home to be lived in first.

Enjoying It

The final and most important step in your move is to enjoy it and have fun! After all, it is why you moved away in the first place. Make sure you are comfortable in your new surroundings and don’t be afraid to get rid of any old furniture that simply doesn’t work in its new surroundings.

A clutter free house is easier to enjoy and if you have a family it can also save you a lot of space. Remember that you won’t be moving home all that often so the hardest part has been done. Just concentrate on making your new house a ‘home’.

Source:   http://blog.emove.com.au/5-tips-easy-house-move/

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Relocating Your Life

September 11th, 2011 | Gibbons 

Whether you are moving for work or for a change of pace you have to keep in mind you will be relocating your entire life. The biggest moves come when you have to hire interstate removalists or even take your belongings to a foreign country. Moving anywhere is a big decision which is made even harder if you are investing your time and money into a new lifestyle.

So how to you decide where to move?

Figure out which areas suit you best.

Consider your work options or business relocation opportunities.

Next step is to go house hunting.

Then the hardest thing to do is the relocation itself.

There is no set time frame for a complete change in life-style and you really need to do it at your own pace. If you are unsure about your options or are hesitating for any reason then you should take a deep breath and wait. Remember, once you move it is hard to reverse your decision and you will be stuck with the house, location and lifestyle you have decided on.

Figuring Out Where To Move

Well before you hire removalists you need to figure out where exactly you will be moving to. There is constant talk these days about seachangers and treechangers that move to more rural locales. But if you are a city person that needs convenience then you may not be looking too far from home.

Start out by looking at your budget as well as housing requirements. If you have a family then you need to look at larger apartments and houses. Your work or business will also play a part in your relocation decision.

Moving a Business or Getting a New job

Work and business is a major part of all of our lives and you should be thinking about it when looking to move your life somewhere new. Take the time to look at your finances or have a job organised in your new location. If you are going to move your business make sure you are moving to an area that will give you enough business to survive.

Finding that Perfect Home

A new life should be accompanied by a nice shiny new home! Well, it may not be a new home but it should be the right size, location and style to suit your tastes. Try and figure out the following to narrow down your choices before researching removalists:

• What is your budget? If you are buying or renting you need to know what you can afford.
• Are you upsizing or downsizing? If you have a growing family or are headed for retirement you need to assess the size of your house.
• What do you need access to? You may want to be near schools or transport so this can weigh into your housing needs.
• What style of accommodation? Younger people tend to enjoy apartments while older generations and families prefer houses and semi-detached housing.

Making the Move

With all of the big life decisions made you will need to organise a move. While you can go ahead and do it yourself it is always a lot easier to hire someone to do it for you. Remember, you are going to have to adapt your current belongings to your new life relocation so ditch some of the old for something new!

Source:  http://blog.emove.com.au/relocating-life/#more-256

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3 Things You Will Forget When Moving

September 25th, 2011 | Gibbons

There are so many things that can go wrong when you are moving home and we all have our own disaster stories. The bet way to avoid any of these problems is to hire removalists but there will be at least some things that you need to move and do yourself. Because of the amount of things you will have to be thinking of when you are moving it is unlikely that you will avoid doing one of the following:

• Securing the bottom of a box.
• Forgetting to label things.
• Not hiring a professional.

While these three things may seem simple enough it is the smaller details that are easy to forget when you are rushing around. We can all get overwhelmed when we are moving homes and being organised cannot avoid every little problem that might pop up. The best thing you can do is to expect the wrong thing to happen at some point.

To Secure the Bottom of a Box

One of the quickest problems to make itself evident is when you forget to properly secure the bottom of a box. This mistake is apparent as soon as you pick up your packed goods and they fall back on the floor. The problem when packing is that you may secure a box but it may not be strong enough.

Follow these few simple tips and you can make sure you are packing better:

• Source good strong boxes.
• Use good quality masking / packing tape.
• Don’t over pack your boxes but also don’t leave them too empty.
• Don’t go overboard on the tape as you will have to open it again later!

To Label Things Properly

A simple label can mean the difference between a few hours unpacking and a few months. Simply putting a short description on a box can help in the following ways:

• Labelled boxes can go straight to the room they are meant to be in saving you time.
• If you know what is in a box it is less likely you will damage your items (hence fragile stickers).
• It can also help you by marking heavy boxes not only to stop your items being damaged but also saving your back.
• If you have to hire interstate removalists then labelling everythin will mean it is less likely to lose any boxes.

Do not be too worried about what you label everything with. The important thing is to label them in a way that will make sense to you. It is no good to label everything and then forget what your abreviations mean when you arrive at your new home.

To Hire a Professional

The biggest regret most home movers have after they have finished transporting everything is that they did not hire professional movers. For a little bit more than what it costs to do yourself you can take a lot of the problems of relocating by hiring those who do it every week.

A professional mover will know the common pitfalls that comes with a relocation. This means that they can also give you some great advice on your move before you get started. Remember to weigh up the cost versus convenience before trying to go through a stressful move on your own.

Source:  http://blog.emove.com.au/3-forget-moving/

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What Can Go Wrong on Your Move?

October 7th, 2011

A house move can be one of the most stressful times in your life. It involves packing up everything you own and transferring it to a new residence. Unless you employ interstate removalists on a long haul move, you might be in for a few problems along the way.

The best way to avoid problems on your big move is to plan ahead. Good planning on your part and the help of good removalists will mean a smooth transition. Here are a few common problems people face so you can plan to avoid them:

Broken Belongings

Nobody wants to have their belongings, particularly expensive ones, damaged in transit. Apart from employing professionals to pack for you it is important that you follow good packing procedures. Try to pack everything in tightly, but not too tight.

• Use bubble wrap when necessary or newspaper for less expensive items.
• When you pack a box double check to make sure it is sealed up properly.
• You do not want the box popping open as soon as someone picks it up.

Missing Items

Losing items along the way or simply forgetting to pack them is easy to do when you are stressed out from a house move. Make sure to create a ‘moving check list’ to ensure you are not trying to keep track of everything in your head. This can also help with time management if it is a particularly big move.

• Pack precious belongings like photo albums separately and bring them along in the car with you to be safe.
• Make sure all boxes are labelled so you know what you have packed if you are unsure if anything is missing.
• Do a few double checks around the home and garage to make sure you have gotten everything.

Costly Moves

You need to find the right removalist for your big relocation. It may seem easier and cheaper to do it yourself but after the hassles, stress and broken items it can be more expensive. Hiring a truck is one option but if it is a long haul move and you are uncomfortable driving a big vehicle then it is easier to have professionals help out.

• Make a budget for your move and stick to it so you have enough left over for setting up in your new home.
• Sell anything you do not want to take with you and use that extra cash to finance the trip.
• Be realistic in your moving estimates in regards to fuel as well as getting removalists in to help.

Damaged Home

Moving big items out of your current house or into your new one can do extensive damage. It only takes a dropped fridge or a table coming to close to the wall to wreck some flooring or paintwork. The important thing is not to rush when you are moving so take your time and move things properly.

• Use two or more people for moving heavy objects for safety as well as to avoid damaging the walls and doors.
• Open all doors as wide as they go so that you do not have to push them open on the way out.
• If you are unsure, measure all the entrances and your larger more awkward items and remember – if you got them into the house you can get them out!

Source:  http://blog.emove.com.au/wrong-move/#more-269

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