Making the most out of an unpleasant situation is kind of what life is all about. A good example of that is the case in which you need to vacate the apartment or house you are currently inhabiting on a rather short notice. Emergencies like this happen all the time, especially in a dynamic property market such as the one in London. Even though the process might be described as a shortcut to a guaranteed headache and a potential disaster, should you find yourself in such a situation, do not be afraid. There are several simple steps that you can take in order to guarantee success and minimise the stress you and your family will go through. You just need to:
Find a reliable moving contractor to help youDo not be fooled by the idea that you can manage the project on your own. The assistance of well equipped, knowledgeable movers and packers will be invaluable, especially when you are in a hurry. Look for professional moving services that cover your area of London. Even though there are a lot of such services in the city, booking one in the last possible moment could be tricky – all the good contractors might not be available, or the price you will have to pay will likely be a little too steep for your budget. A good alternative is to search for a local firm that specifically offers short-notice man and van services in London. Talk about your requirements and the ways they can help you with the job beforehand and if the price sounds right, make a reservation right away, so that you do not miss out on the opportunity.
- Plan everything in a swift fashion
- Hire trusted pros to give you a hand
- Avoid packing unwanted items
- Prepare to pay more than you may want to
- Be careful when you are picking your next home
- Finding a new apartment or house to which to relocate to
- Locking down professional help for the moving date
- Packing your goods
- Dealing with paperwork
- Informing employers, local councils, business contacts, family and friends about your change of address
Find a reliable moving contractor to help youDo not be fooled by the idea that you can manage the project on your own. The assistance of well equipped, knowledgeable movers and packers will be invaluable, especially when you are in a hurry. Look for professional moving services that cover your area of London. Even though there are a lot of such services in the city, booking one in the last possible moment could be tricky – all the good contractors might not be available, or the price you will have to pay will likely be a little too steep for your budget. A good alternative is to search for a local firm that specifically offers short-notice man and van services in London. Talk about your requirements and the ways they can help you with the job beforehand and if the price sounds right, make a reservation right away, so that you do not miss out on the opportunity.
Remove unnecessary possessionsMinimising the number of goods that you will be taking with you – from clothes to furniture and appliances to books – will be quite beneficial to the successful outcome of your short-notice relocation. Not only will you save time by packing, loading and transporting fewer boxes but you will also be able to save some money which is always an advantage. When you come to think of it, you are quite unlikely to need all the possessions you currently have at your house. Books that you no longer plan to read, clothes that do not fit you, outdated appliances and furniture which do not go with the size, shape or decor of your new place all need to go. You can sell, donate or give to family and friends those items that can still be of use to someone and recycle the rest. An alternative would be to hire a packing and storage service from a local contractor and put away those unnecessary items in a storage unit until you’ve dealt with the more pressing matter of your short notice removal. This will be particularly useful to those of you who are really in a hurry.
Do not overlook the next place you will live inMake sure that the apartment or house that you will be move in has all its paperwork in order. If utilities such as gas, heating, hot water and internet are disconnected you should get in touch with the relevant providers right away and request a service, because obtaining such on short notice can be tricky. Avoid the unpleasant surprise of coming to your new home and having to freeze nearly to death for two weeks until there is heat. You will be surprised how many people who are dealing with short-notice domestic moves forget about those details, often to disastrous results. Do not be one of them – come prepared and reap the benefits.
Avoid the cheapest optionWe understand perfectly well the temptation to cut costs. Relocations, even when done with the assistance of a low-cost man and van firm, can be pretty expensive. Even though there are ways to save a few quid in the process and still be successful, always opting for the cheapest option is not advisable because the quality of the service or materials you get can be compromised. Always make sure to get high-quality removal boxes and moving services from highly-rated firms at least. If you are willing to save some money, look for other options – many moving firm offer packing supplies to clients at a reduced price, and there are mid-week discounts for man with van solutions that you can use even on short notice. Explore those possibilities if you are on a budget.