Moving house can be stressful, so we’ve complied some helpful advice for you to help everything go smoothly! Don’t forget, if you’re struggling with your packing, we can help with that!
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Identify restrictions & obstructions
Identify to our representative all the possible access restrictions and obstruction at your old and new properties.
Provide a map
Provide a map showing your new address. Supply a rough floor plan of your new property marked with room names corresponding with the packing box names.
Lights, gas & electricity
Before moving day have all your light fittings taken down and have all gas and electrical appliances disconnected. Removal crews are not certified to carry out these tasks.
Fridges & Freezers
Fridges and freezers should be empty, defrosted and dry ready for transit
Label Objects
Clearly label objects that are to be left behind
Special items
Point out to our removal staff any items requiring special attention
Check your new address details
When you sign the acceptance of estimate check your new address and telephone numbers are correct.
Emergency contact details
Supply us with an emergency contact number before and during the removal day.
Final check
Before our crew leave, please make a final check that nothing has been left behind. Also please check that nothing that should be left has been loaded in error.
Banned from removal & storage
- All foods
- Anything flammable, combustible or caustic.
- No petrol, oil, cleaning fluids, paint thinners and portable gas tanks.
- If in doubt ask us or the management of your self storage unit.
