Moving Manual

Medicines

Check that all caps, tops etc. are secure. Use clear nail varnish to seal where cap meets bottle and/or tape the tops on.

Self assembly furniture

We would prefer you to dismantle any self assembly furniture, particularly if it's made of chipboard, before the move, as the joints are seldom strong enough to survive even careful handling when moved while still assembled.

Kitchen foods in use

Tea, sugar, jam, etc., should be packed together. Remember that only dried foods, tins and spices can be sent for storage, no liquids, oils etcetera are acceptable.

Bedding

Strip beds and leave bedding folded on the mattress.

Crockery & Cutlery

Wash up any crockery or cutlery and place them with your glass and china. If you have undertaken to pack yourself, use white paper when packing.

Furniture keys

Keep these in your Essentials carton to ensure that they are not lost in transit. Do not lock drawers or cupboards, if they're heavy, they may need to be emptied or moved separately.

Garden equipment

Have moveable sheds dismantled and garden tools cleaned and assembled together. Clean and disinfect dustbins.

Entertainment Items

Are best moved in their original packing so it's worth having them available or getting replacement boxes from your dealer. If not our removalists will modify packing materials for this task. Disconnect cords and leads from stereo, computer, TV etc. Remove Speakers from the wall or disconnect from your stereo.

Other fixed items

It is your responsibility to detach any fixed items that you have arranged to take with you, such as pelmets or towels rails.

Money, jewellery, documents

You are entirely responsible for the transit of those valuables, unless you have taken out an insurance policy specifically covering them for the move. It's best to take them with you personally. Make sure you set aside all passports, birth certificates, car log books and other documents you may require either during the move or before your goods are delivered to your new home. Make up a special carton labelled "DO NOT REMOVE" and ensure that this is kept to one side.

Final checklist

• Is everything on your Take-With-Me list loaded into the car or taxi?
• Have you left anything behind? Take one last look around. Is the dishwasher emptied?
• Are all the water taps turned off?
• Is the electricity turned off at the mains switch?
• Are all the windows locked?
• Have you left your forwarding address in a prominent place?
• Have you locked and tested the back, side and front doors?
• Have you surrendered the house keys to the new owner, estate agent, solicitor or caretaker?

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