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One of the most important aspects of packing valuable or fragile belongings is using the right sort of packing boxes; no amount of careful packing will protect your items if the boxes are too flimsy so make sure you use sturdy boxes. Also get plenty of bubble wrap, paper, packing tape and marker pens to label the boxes. Now you are set to follow our top tips on how to pack your stuff so that it arrives at your new home in good condition.
You might think that self-storage is pretty much the same whatever company you choose and the only differentiator is price. After all every self-storage container, unit or room is fairly standard and they all offer the same amount and type of space. Surely that is all that a facility needs to provide – standard storage space at a good price. To a certain extent this is true but if you have ever had to store your belongings before you will know that there are extras that can make the whole process quicker, easier, more pleasant and, of course, more secure.
There are the basic items you would expect at any facility such as packing boxes, bubble wrap, tape etc. and maybe a padlock if you don’t have your own but what else could make a difference?
Clutter is a consequence of the modern, consumerist lifestyle that we lead. Impulse purchases, a feeling of emotion towards our belongings and a general sense of ‘need’ can lead to hoarding on all sorts of scales, making us uncomfortable in our own homes. Getting rid of our clutter, or at the very least storing it away, can help to balance our minds and refresh our living space, as well as making our homes a lot easier to keep clean and tidy.
Clutter has a way of sneaking up on us. The decluttering process is based on five classic organising principles. Understand these principles and you can declutter your home, your office, or even your garage easily.
Whether you are buying your first home, buying a bigger or smaller property or renting a new place, the fact of the matter (and one of the highest hurdles to jump) is that we need to get all our belongings from where they are now to somewhere else. This can be an expensive process, and with the cost of vehicle fuel always on the rise, the price isn’t going to come down in the near future. If you are on a tight budget and need to bring the cost of moving down as low as possible, here are some questions you should be asking yourself to make sure you’re not wasting your cash.
When you’ve moved house, arriving at your new home and turning the key for the first time is a moment of pure excitement. As you step over the threshold, your first instinct will undoubtedly be to run round the house, checking out all the rooms and generally revelling in your new family abode. But before you get too over excited, there are a few things you really should do to make sure you and your family are safe, protected and ready to start off on the right foot.
There are plenty of guides out there describing what you should do when you are involved in a home move, but what about the things you should never do? There are plenty of things that can lead to a minor (or even major) disaster, so have a look at our top 6 things you should never do when moving house.
Moving house yourself, or with a bunch of your friends, is certainly budget friendly, and kind of cute in a student sort of way. But when you’ve graduated from a single room in a student house to a three bed semi complete with kids and cats, it can sometimes be advisable to bite the bullet and get the professionals in.
Choosing the cheapest mover around can sometimes be a bit of a false economy. Less experienced or sloppy removal companies may well take longer and cause more damage than seasoned professionals, but to get one of the big name companies in, you do need to be prepared to pay more. To help you keep the cost down when going for a top end removal company, here are some handy pieces of advice that can help you move with the best, for less.
Whether you are moving your entire home, a few items into a self storage unit or moving all or part of your business into new premises, getting the right removal company for your needs is an essential component to ensuring the success of your move. Read on for some top tips for finding the perfect removal company for your needs, however large or small.
A recent article in the Evening Standard by Lucy Tobin notes that self-storage companies have had to charge VAT on their prices since October 1. However, the article does not mention that many of the smaller self storage companies have always included VAT in their prices and so have not had to hike their prices as some of the larger companies have done since last month when VAT became obligatory.
When you are busy packing to move house take a break for a few minutes and watch this funny video clip. All about how we only move house because we need more room for our “stuff” and how the whole self-storage industry has grown up because we can’t bear to part with our “stuff”. Very funny…
Making the decision to buy your own home is one of the biggest decisions you will ever make, a decision made tougher by the current economic climate in the UK and internationally. But looking on the bright side, property prices are, at best, stagnating
Everyone knows that moving house is an expensive business so many house movers will consider renting a van and doing it themselves. My neighbour is currently in the process (and has been for weeks) of organising her own house move. She’s had several garage sales and been selling excess possessions through the small ads of our excellent local paper. Having only lived in her house for a couple of years I’m surprised at how much stuff she has to get rid of but then she does have 3 young children and they can accumulate a mountain of toys and equipment over a 2 year period.
Most people offering tips on packing for moving house, moving office or putting your possessions into self storage will advise you never to use the cardboard boxes that you can pick up for free at most major stores. But what if you are concerned about the environment and don’t want to buy brand new packing boxes. Is there an eco-alternative that would reduce the demand for paper-based products and cut down on energy consumption? Well there are two approaches to take: purchase boxes that have been made out of recycled cardboard or, better still, simply re-use sturdy packing boxes that were used for a previous house move (your own or someone else’s).
There might come a time when you look around and realise you have more stuff than you have space. That might be the time to consider a storage unit. Furniture and household storage can serve many purposes. Most facilities offer flexible options, both short-term and long-term, and its safe and easy storage that can provide a practical solution to your clutter.
An online article in one of The Independent blogs recently warned about avoiding the “quick” cash buyers who are targeting those who want to sell their home quickly in this tough economic climate. This is good sound advice as these types of buyers usually offer well below market value and, in the worst cases, drop their offer significantly just before exchange of contracts.
If you’ve outgrown your existing office space there are a host of factors you should consider when looking for a new location. Not only do you need to consider if you can adequately fit in your current employees, but it is also necessary to plan ahead and account for any future growth. After all, you don’t want to have to move again after a year or so. Also, aside from employee workspace think about how much space is required for current and future storage space.
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