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A move should be well prepared in advance. The better prepared you will be, the smoother and more economical (up to %50 cheaper and quicker in the case of an hourly charged move) the move will be. Here is a section that should help you in your planning and preparation.
General advice
- Have a look at the calendar to make sure you won't run out of time.
- If you have kids, make sure to hire a babysitter or have some family member take care of them on the day of the move. It can sometimes be dangerous and cumbersome to have children or pets around on moving day.
- Prepare a plan of where you will want the movers to put your belongings at the destination.
- Try to eat the frozen food in your freezer ahead of time to reduce the risk of spoiling in transit.
Packing
- Use 2 cube professional moving boxes if possible for most of your belongings.
- Even out the weight equally, in the case of books, you should fill the box half way with books and the rest with light items such as cushions for example.
- Packing is time consuming, if you have a busy schedule start packing at least a week in advance, you will be surprised at how long it takes and how much thing you have. We also offer a packing service in addition to actual moving, please call or e-mail us for details.
Tips for Moving with Young Children
Moving can upset children of any age. It frequently causes them to feel apprehensive and insecure. But, dont despair; there are many things you can do to make the moving experience less scary for your children.
Involve Them from the Very Beginning.
Tell your children as soon as you know youre moving; dont spring it on them at the last minute. Explain why youre moving in terms they can understand. Do you need more room? Are you relocating because of a new job? Be sure to explain what will happen so theyll know what to expect. This will remove a lot of the fear and confusion they may ..
- Clearly indicate the contents of the boxes and in what room you would like the movers to place them.
- Do not put flammable or explosive items in the boxes.
- Do not place unwrapped objects in boxes, sterile packing paper is very effective at
cushioning fragile items inside boxes.
- Try to use original packaging materials for televisions and electronic equipment if possible.
The day before the move:
- Unhook your stereo, computers and any electronic appliance, pack the cables in boxes.
- Take all paintings off the walls.
- Empty the fridge and freezer in order to let them defrost, don't leave any water in appliances.
- Do not water the plants a few days prior to the move, or as little as possible.
- If parking is difficult, try to save a spot for the moving truck.
How to Make a Smooth Move with your Pet - Moving with Exotic PetsA lot is written how to move with dogs, cats or even fish. But
what if your beloved ones are far more exotic and unusual than
other people s pets, don t they need some special and
accordingly unusual care during the move? If you are the lucky
owner of, say, a snake or a hamster here are few suggestion for
your smooth with them:
The first thing to remember when moving reptiles is to keep them
moist. It can be achieved by putting a damp blanket inside a
moving container for your pet. Reptiles can be packed in boxes,
venomous snakes should be be double boxed. Make holes in boxes
to ma ..
Things to do on the day of the move:
- Gather your ID, keys, wallet and items that you will need on the day of the move.
- Do not pack medications in case of emergencies.
- Keep on your person, any jewelry, cash, or precious metals, they are not protected with the insurance
- Keep the phone connected or your mobile phone on, the day of the move.
- Make sure the elevators are booked at both locations.
If you follow these steps, you won't have anything to do on the day of the move but to relax and wait until it's over !
About the Author: Bruno Vincent is a web designer, search engine promoter, and online entrepreneur. Originally from Vancouver, BC Canada, he now resides in Thailand where he runs - http://www.novatranz.com" target="_blank"> http://www.novatranz.com and manages http://www.vincentmoving.com" target="_blank"> http://www.vincentmoving.com and http://www.atlas-moving-company.com" target="_blank">http://www.atlas-moving-company.com - and lives semi retired thanks to the global reach of the Internet.
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