by MnM | Feb 7, 2016 | Blog, Home Packing, Moving Advice |
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The Perfect Guide On How To Avoid Waiting For Your New House Keys When Moving Home
What to do if you want to avoid waiting for your new house keys on removals day
Avoid The Stress Of Waiting For Your New House Keys
If your want to avoid waiting for your keys on removal day our simple tips and advice will help you get through the stressful time of moving. The most annoying thing is when clients are left sitting their, for hours out side their new home, as the estate agents and solicitors have gone off for dinner, usually from 1 pm till 2 pm.
If you have not receive the call by your agents or your solicitors that the keys are ready for collection by 1 pm then you will likely receive them around 2-3 o’clock which can be a major issue, especially if the moving truck turns up to off load. The following guide on how to avoid waiting for your new house keys when moving home will help to ensure you stay on top and are not left waiting for long periods of time, especially when moving with small children or a large family.
When Will The Estate Agents Release The New House Keys
Most estate agents will not release the new house keys to the new home-buyers before the completion is complete and all contracts and paper work have been signed. This can be a problem if your movers have already loaded and you go to pick up the keys for your new home early.
Notify Your House Removals Company If You Will Not Have Keys On Time
As a home-buyer or mover you may be faced with sitting around waiting for long periods of time for the new house keys to be released, with the removal van on their way, or worse, sometimes sat on the drive waiting to unload. It is best to notify your house removals company as soon as possible if you have not got the keys to your new home by removal day, as they may rearrange the timing with you to avoid the long wait
Be Prepared To Leave Property Before New Home Owner Arrives
In practice most completions happen around dinner time, if you anticipate being in your home, still packing, beyond this time it could cause a problem, with your home buyer arriving with their removal van and keys, because they now own the property! This can be distressing for all parties. Therefore, it is wise to aim to be packed and gone by mid/late morning and, with larger properties, some removal firms may want to pack or start packing the day before your actual move, which can make the whole process run more smoothly on removals day.
Find Your Position In The Moving Chain
Depending on how many people are moving home within your chain, will depend on how long your new house keys will be released. For example if you are 1st or 2nd you may receive your new house keys, all in good timing which could be, before the estate agents go off for dinner at 1pm. The lower in the moving chain you are 4th and 5th then you could experience delays with the new house keys, especially if you are moving home on a Friday, as this is when the estate agents and solicitors are most busy. If you are moving in a chain, start by asking your estate agents and solicitors what place you are in and how long it will take before your new home can be moved into.
Completion
The completion process is the day your money is transferred into the relevant accounts and the keys for your new home will be released. As the money will be transferred to several accounts it is important to ensure that it arrives to the buyers solicitor from your mortgage provider on time. The deadline for the monies to be transferred is 3 pm or the transaction will have to wait for the following working day. This could prove to be a nightmare for home movers as they are left with no home and are forced to seek a hotel.
Make Regular Calls To Estate Agents & Solicitors
We would always recommend checking with your solicitors and estate agents as to what time of day he or she expects legal completion to be complete. Often, with a short chain, this can be early in the morning or as late as 4:30 pm. Conversely, if there are several properties involved in the moving process, this can take some time, even into the late afternoon in some cases. Through our experience the majority of our customers receive their keys at around 2:30 pm or 3 pm.
Remember To Leave Keys Behind
Before moving day, make sure you know what you’re supposed to do with the old house keys. If you’re renting, make arrangements with your land lord to collect the keys, if you own your home, remember to check with the real estate agent or the new home owners.
Also collect all copies of the keys beforehand; from your children, spouse, friends or relatives. Have them ready for the new home owners. And don’t forget to have the keys to your new home ready when you arrive. Having movers waiting to move you into a new space while you try to track down the new house keys, may cost you extra.
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by MnM | Feb 7, 2016 | Blog |
Tips On Packing Garden Tools & Equipment Safely
It can be difficult and time consuming packing garden tools & equipment safely, follow our guide to make your home move easier.
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Tools:
Long-handled garden tools, as well as brooms and mops, should be bundled together securely. Attachments should be removed from power tools and packed separately.
- Hand tools may be left in tool boxes and the spaces filled with crushed paper, or they may be packed according to general packing rules. Always use small cartons for heavy tools.
- Use old towels to wrap and tape any sharp-edged tools.
- Power tools must be safely drained of oil and gas before hand.
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Rakes & Brooms:
Shovels, rakes, brooms and the like need not be packed; gather them together for your driver to bundle in a pad.
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Lawn & Patio Furniture:
Remove cushions and clean frames. Pack cushions into large, bags, cartons or wardrobes.
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Umbrella:
Keep it clean and dry during transport by wrapping it in paper padding or a plastic bag and taping shut. Do not pack the weighted umbrella stand.
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Outdoor Equipment:
Before moving day, dismantle children’s swing sets, TV antennas and garden sheds you plan to take with you.
- Place small hardware in a plastic bag or old coffee can and label.
- If the parts bag can be securely attached to corresponding equipment, all the better.
- Prepare lawn mower by safely draining gasoline prior to loading day.
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Pots and Planters:
Pack small ceramic or pottery planters like any fragile item – individually wrapped with plenty of cushioning. If you plan to move any large or unusual planters, consult your moving professional.
by MnM | Feb 7, 2016 | Blog, Home Packing, Moving Advice |
The Complete Guide On Packing A Garage
There are many awkward and potentially dangerous items to wrap and pack in a garage. Garages are no longer used for their purpose… cars! They are often filled with an odd mixture of items. Let us guide you through the process.
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Have A Clear Out
Before you start considering how to pack a garage when moving house you should think about having a clear out. The last thing you want to do is take all of the old rubbish and unwanted items you no longer use with you to your new home. Start by sorting through open and half empty tins and bottles. Making 3 piles will be the easiest, 1 for what you want to keep, 1 for what you can give away, recycle or donate and another for what is to be thrown away. Having a clear out may also lower the cost of your house removal.
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Open Tins / Bottles
Any open tins of paint or open bottles of liquid should be securely placed into plastic bags and sealed tightly before being placed into strong double walled boxes.
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Tools
Long-handled garden tools, as well as brooms and mops, should be bundled together securely. Attachments should be removed from power tools and packed separately.
- Hand tools may be left in tool boxes and the spaces filled with crushed paper, or they may be packed according to general packing rules. Always use small cartons for heavy tools.
- Use old towels to wrap and tape any sharp-edged tools.
- Power tools must be safely drained of oil and gas before hand.
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Garden Equipment
Before moving day, dismantle children’s swing sets, TV antennas and garden sheds you plan to take with you.
- Place small hardware in a plastic bag or old coffee can and label.
- If the parts bag can be securely attached to corresponding equipment, all the better.
- Prepare lawn mower by safely draining gasoline prior to loading day.
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Bikes
Specialist bike boxes can be purchased to secure your bike during transit. Alternatively if you are worried about your bike scratching or being damaged during transit, a good layer of bubble / foam wrap should do the trick.
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by MnM | Feb 7, 2016 | Blog, Home Packing, Moving Advice |
Packing Your Bedroom
Since we keep most of our personal belongings in the bedroom it can be a frustrating room to pack. However if you take enough time and care when packing your bedroom you can have a less stressful time.
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Clothing
Start by packing the clothes you don’t often wear. Perhaps pack your summer clothes if it is winter and vice versa. Remember to leave enough clothes to wear until your moving day. Also leave any work clothes etc you may need
- Any formal clothing such as dresses and suits should be packed in wardrobe boxes.
- If you have suitcases you can pack clothing in them.
- For all other clothing large boxes or bags can be used.
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Shoes
Start by placing matching pairs of shoes into plastic bags. You can then pack shoes into large boxes. Any high-heeled or expensive shoes should be kept in their original boxes when possible. They should then be packed into large removal boxes.
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Jewelry
The last thing you want is to be left with a load of un paired earrings, knotted necklaces and broken clasps. Following our advice will help protect your jewelry during your house removal.
- Small clear, zip-close plastic bags are ideal for separating pieces of Jewelry you can then put them into a larger bag.
- Use safety pins to poke holes into pieces of card and stick your earrings through them. You can then wrap the card in bubble wrap or place them into the small plastics bags to keep them from snagging on anything else.
- To prevent chains from tangling up slip them through a drinking straw and close the clasp. Straws can be cut down to size if required.
- Pill boxes are also and ideal and cheap solution for how to pack jewelry when moving home in Clifton, Nottinghamshire. With the individual built-in compartments being ideal for stud earrings, necklaces and rings.
- For your most precious items of jewelry you can purchase specialist roll up travel bags that are designed specifically for jewelry. They lay flat when open and roll up small when closed.
On the day of your move it is always advisable to keep your jewelry in your carry bag and take it in the car with you.
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Beds / furniture
All beds and bedroom furniture should be taken down and fully dismantled. All pieces should then be wrapped individually in bubble or foam wrap. This will protect against scratching and chipping during loading and transit. Ensure all bolts and screws are kept in a safe place. A good idea is to place them in small plastic bags and tape them to the corresponding item, this will save a lot of time when it comes to re assembling the items.
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Electrical Items
Hairdryers, Straighteners and curling tongs should ideally be packed in their original boxes and bags, if you do not have the original boxes wrap each item in a towel before placing into boxes. T.V s , DVD players and other electricals should always be allowed time to cool down before wrapping them in bubble wrap and placing in correct size boxes.
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by MnM | Feb 7, 2016 | Home Packing, Moving Advice |
The Perfect Guide To Packing Your Bathroom
Take a logical method of packing your bathroom and start with the things you use least often. Make sure that you have plenty of plastic bags, and everything else will be easy!
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Bathroom Cabinets
I don’t know about you, but my bathroom cabinets are filled with bottles, jars and canisters of things that we rarely use, but which we don’t dispose of because we might need them in the future. If this is the case with your bathroom, start packing with the back of your cabinets, including under the sink. Use heavy-duty plastic Ziploc baggies that can be sealed when they are full, and don’t over-pack the baggies so that they run the risk of opening during the move.
- Use small boxes to pack the contents of your cabinets.
- Always pack toiletries separate from medicines.
- Glass jars should be packed upright and wrapped in bubble wrap.
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Medicine
If you’re like most of us, you’ll have some pill bottles or medicines that have been forgotten, so you’ll need to carefully go through these items one by one to determine if they should be kept or disposed of. Remember, that medicine should not be kept if:
- The label cannot be read or is missing completely.
- The color, appearance, smell or consistency has changed.
- It’s past its expiry date.
- The medicine causes side effects that didn’t occur before.
- The treatment was discontinued or not completed.
- The medicine doesn’t seem to work.
If you need to dispose of medicines, do not flush it down the toilet or empty the contents into the drain. Medicines cause environmental damage and contamination as chemical treatments do not completely remove the contents. To properly dispose of medicines, take them to your local pharmacy.
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Overnight Bag
If you’re moving to another city or area, you’ll probably be staying overnight in a hotel or at a relative’s house before you move in to your new home. Before you throw the entire contents of your bathroom into boxes, pull out a travel bag and load it up with necessary toiletries.
Things to include in your overnight bag:
- Toothbrush
- Toothpaste
- Deodront
- Hairbrush
- Cosmetics
- Shower gel
Having these essential items at hand will be a great help if you are unable to unpack everything on the day of your move.
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Other Items
- Toiletry items should be packed separate from medicines and stored in plastic bags that won’t leak.
- Glass jars or bottles should be well cushioned and packed using packing popcorn or bubble wrap.
- You can use towels and mats to line the inside of the boxes.
- To ensure the small boxes aren’t lost in the move, place the small boxes into medium or large box .
- Mark each box appropriately.
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