Jacksons - Magazine - Page 34
Moving house?
From meter readings to removal companies, there’s
so much to remember when moving house. Here’s
our checklist of what to do and when
F
irst of all, congratulations on your
new home! The excitement has
probably now kicked in but moving
home can also be one of the most stressful
and emotionally draining things you can
do. However, careful organisation and
planning can help decrease the stress and
anxiety of moving. This comprehensive
and essential checklist will help you do
just that.
Eight weeks – Research
Ideally, you want to start packing away any
non-essential items as early as possible.
This includes any items stored away in the
loft, garage and shed. If you are not using
it, pack it. Looking into your new area is
also important, try to do this around eight
weeks before you move. You might need
to think about transferring your children
to different schools and ordering new
uniforms too. At this point, ensure you
are also documenting all your important
information away: that includes contact
details, dates, contracts and information
regarding your solicitor.
Six weeks – Removal companies
or do it yourself?
Now would be the perfect time to decide
on a local removal company. Or if you
don’t have too much to move, you may
want to do it yourself. You could even look
into different van hire companies. At this
point you’ve probably started packing
away some bits, but if there is anything
you decide not to take, then look into
selling these items or donating them to
charity. This will also give you an idea on
the volume of items you have to move.
Four weeks – Notify utility
companies
This would be a good time for you to
notify utility companies and inform them
about your move to switch over. This
includes gas and electricity, council tax,
internet, phone rental and TV. You should
also consider changing any car insurance,
tax, memberships, phone contracts and
inform your bank about the move. Now’s
the time to also arrange a date to have
your new house cleaned before you move
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