Tips and advice for moving home this winter in Nottingham

Moving house can be a fraught process at the best of times, the fast approaching cold spells could make the process even more stressful. We have put together some tips to help you avoid the pitfalls of moving home this winter in Nottingham.

[icon type=”image” icon=”search” size=”24″ ]Take into account your surroundings

If you are moving from a home on the hill or a un adopted track, you should speak to your removal firm to ensure they have the facilities to move safely with an inch or so of snow.

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 [icon type=”image” icon=”search” size=”24″ ]Salt garden paths

If you are carrying heavy boxes the last thing you want to be worrying about is slipping on icy surfaces. Before moving home this winter in Nottingham put some salt down to stop the driveway,path and steps from freezing over, both at the house you are moving from and the house that you are moving into.

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[icon type=”image” icon=”search” size=”24″ ]Don’t pack your winter clothes

With the removal men going in and out through wide open doors, there is no point in having the heating on and your house will get cold very quickly. Keep aside some jumpers, blankets, scarves and gloves to help keep you and your family warm.

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[icon type=”image” icon=”search” size=”24″ ]Check flood line 

Recent events have shown that flooding can be a serious problem through the winter months check with the Environment agency  to check that your route does not pass through an area that is at risk of flooding and be prepared to change your route if necessary.

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[icon type=”image” icon=”search” size=”24″ ]Take extra care of pets and plants

When considering moving home this winter in Nottingham bear in mind that the  stress of moving can really affect your pets make sure you take care of them. Take the dog for a long walk beforehand if you are moving a long distance and make sure your pets have enough food and water for the journey. Above all particularly with hamsters and guinea pigs make sure you keep them warm. You should also take special care of house plants that cannot stand being in the cold for long.

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[icon type=”image” icon=”search” size=”24″ ]Put curtains up

You should put up curtains in your new house as soon as you can, not only do they keep the heat in but they also keep prying eyes out. Where ever you live the sight of removal men and cardboard boxes outside your new home will attract attention.

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And last but not least ……….

[icon type=”image” icon=”search” size=”24″ ]Look after your removal men 

 When you are moving house you are putting all your worldly possessions in the hands of your removal men so it pays to take care of them. Laying on cups of tea and coffee to fight off the winter cold is a small gesture that goes along way.
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[quote font=”georgia” font_style=”normal” color=”#000000″ bcolor=”#f48a00″]Being prepared in advance when moving home this winter in Nottingham will not only save you time and money but will also go along way to keeping your house removal a stress free experience for you and your family. [/quote]
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