Before you start packing up all your things to move into your new home, you\u2019ll need to find and book a reputable removals company.<\/p>\n
Unless you live in a small house or flat and don\u2019t have many belongings, it\u2019s always worth hiring a professional removals company to help with the move. Although you might think shifting all your stuff on your own might not sound too tricky, removal workers will ensure all your fragile items are properly protected and that they carry large items in a safe way.<\/p>\n
Ideally, you should aim to book a removals company 4-6 weeks before your target move date. This is just a guide though – it is possible to arrange your move much further in advance or at the last minute if needed.<\/p>\n
Pack up<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe earlier you start packing for your home move, the better. You should aim to start packing all your non-essentials a couple of weeks before moving day, as well as disposing of any items you don\u2019t want to take with you.<\/p>\n
For all your smaller items, you may need to order proper moving boxes, along with strong tape and bubble wrap or newspaper if your removals company isn\u2019t doing the packing for you.<\/p>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nLabel each box with its contents \u2013 it makes unpacking a much easier process and also helps to ensure the correct boxes are placed in the appropriate rooms.<\/p>\n
Change your address<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhen you are moving home<\/a><\/u>, there is a long list of companies and services that you need to change your address with. Some of the essential services you need to update with your new details include:<\/p>\n\n- Your doctor and dentist<\/li>\n
- Your bank or building society<\/li>\n
- Your insurance providers<\/li>\n
- Your utility providers (water, gas, electricity)<\/li>\n
- Your driving licence (DVLA)<\/li>\n
- HMRC<\/li>\n
- Your local council<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Check out this change of address checklist to see who else you need to notify of your home move.<\/p>\n
Redirect your mail<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs well as updating your address, it\u2019s always a good idea to take precautions and redirect your mail too.<\/p>\n
You can ease the process of changing your address with all your companies and providers by using Royal Mail\u2019s redirection service<\/a>. This takes up to five working days to come into effect and redirects all your mail to your new address.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.citylets.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/mailbox.jpg\")
<\/a><\/p>\nYou can use this service for 3, 6 or 12 months after moving into your new home to avoid your post ending up in the wrong hands. It also gives you extra time to notify any companies you may have forgotten initially.<\/p>\n
Take meter readings<\/strong><\/h4>\nMoving day can be very hectic, but it\u2019s still important that you don\u2019t forget to take your final meter readings. You\u2019ll thank us later when it\u2019s time to get all your new gas\/electricity bills in order.<\/p>\n
Once you\u2019ve taken your final meter readings, inform your supplier and keep the readings for your own records to compare against your final bill. If you don\u2019t contact your suppliers before you move, you could end up being billed for someone else\u2019s usage.<\/p>\n
You should also let the new tenants know who the supplier is – you can always leave a note if you don\u2019t know who the new tenants will be.<\/p>\n
If you want to, you can usually choose to remain with the same gas and electricity companies when you move. They can arrange the switch for you when you give them your new address.<\/p>\n
However, if you\u2019re not tied into a fixed deal, it\u2019s a good idea to check if you could save by switching to a different energy provider.<\/p>\n
Say goodbye<\/strong><\/h4>\nYou\u2019ve reached the last 24 hours of living at your old address. So, it\u2019s time for a final check and walk around the property to ensure you haven\u2019t missed anything.<\/p>\n
Ready for the new tenants, you will need to clean the property from top to bottom and get rid of any trash.<\/p>\n
<\/a><\/p>\nLabel each box with its contents \u2013 it makes unpacking a much easier process and also helps to ensure the correct boxes are placed in the appropriate rooms.<\/p>\n
Change your address<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhen you are moving home<\/a><\/u>, there is a long list of companies and services that you need to change your address with. Some of the essential services you need to update with your new details include:<\/p>\n\n- Your doctor and dentist<\/li>\n
- Your bank or building society<\/li>\n
- Your insurance providers<\/li>\n
- Your utility providers (water, gas, electricity)<\/li>\n
- Your driving licence (DVLA)<\/li>\n
- HMRC<\/li>\n
- Your local council<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Check out this change of address checklist to see who else you need to notify of your home move.<\/p>\n
Redirect your mail<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs well as updating your address, it\u2019s always a good idea to take precautions and redirect your mail too.<\/p>\n
You can ease the process of changing your address with all your companies and providers by using Royal Mail\u2019s redirection service<\/a>. This takes up to five working days to come into effect and redirects all your mail to your new address.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\nYou can use this service for 3, 6 or 12 months after moving into your new home to avoid your post ending up in the wrong hands. It also gives you extra time to notify any companies you may have forgotten initially.<\/p>\n
Take meter readings<\/strong><\/h4>\nMoving day can be very hectic, but it\u2019s still important that you don\u2019t forget to take your final meter readings. You\u2019ll thank us later when it\u2019s time to get all your new gas\/electricity bills in order.<\/p>\n
Once you\u2019ve taken your final meter readings, inform your supplier and keep the readings for your own records to compare against your final bill. If you don\u2019t contact your suppliers before you move, you could end up being billed for someone else\u2019s usage.<\/p>\n
You should also let the new tenants know who the supplier is – you can always leave a note if you don\u2019t know who the new tenants will be.<\/p>\n
If you want to, you can usually choose to remain with the same gas and electricity companies when you move. They can arrange the switch for you when you give them your new address.<\/p>\n
However, if you\u2019re not tied into a fixed deal, it\u2019s a good idea to check if you could save by switching to a different energy provider.<\/p>\n
Say goodbye<\/strong><\/h4>\nYou\u2019ve reached the last 24 hours of living at your old address. So, it\u2019s time for a final check and walk around the property to ensure you haven\u2019t missed anything.<\/p>\n
Ready for the new tenants, you will need to clean the property from top to bottom and get rid of any trash.<\/p>\n
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- Your doctor and dentist<\/li>\n
- Your bank or building society<\/li>\n
- Your insurance providers<\/li>\n
- Your utility providers (water, gas, electricity)<\/li>\n
- Your driving licence (DVLA)<\/li>\n
- HMRC<\/li>\n
- Your local council<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Check out this change of address checklist to see who else you need to notify of your home move.<\/p>\n
Redirect your mail<\/strong><\/h4>\n
As well as updating your address, it\u2019s always a good idea to take precautions and redirect your mail too.<\/p>\n
You can ease the process of changing your address with all your companies and providers by using Royal Mail\u2019s redirection service<\/a>. This takes up to five working days to come into effect and redirects all your mail to your new address.<\/p>\n
<\/a><\/p>\nYou can use this service for 3, 6 or 12 months after moving into your new home to avoid your post ending up in the wrong hands. It also gives you extra time to notify any companies you may have forgotten initially.<\/p>\n
Take meter readings<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Moving day can be very hectic, but it\u2019s still important that you don\u2019t forget to take your final meter readings. You\u2019ll thank us later when it\u2019s time to get all your new gas\/electricity bills in order.<\/p>\n
Once you\u2019ve taken your final meter readings, inform your supplier and keep the readings for your own records to compare against your final bill. If you don\u2019t contact your suppliers before you move, you could end up being billed for someone else\u2019s usage.<\/p>\n
You should also let the new tenants know who the supplier is – you can always leave a note if you don\u2019t know who the new tenants will be.<\/p>\n
If you want to, you can usually choose to remain with the same gas and electricity companies when you move. They can arrange the switch for you when you give them your new address.<\/p>\n
However, if you\u2019re not tied into a fixed deal, it\u2019s a good idea to check if you could save by switching to a different energy provider.<\/p>\n
Say goodbye<\/strong><\/h4>\n
You\u2019ve reached the last 24 hours of living at your old address. So, it\u2019s time for a final check and walk around the property to ensure you haven\u2019t missed anything.<\/p>\n
Ready for the new tenants, you will need to clean the property from top to bottom and get rid of any trash.<\/p>\n
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