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6 Basic Mistakes To Avoid When Moving

Written by Posted On Monday, 05 August 2019 04:42

Moving house is widely regarded as one of life's most stressful events that we all experience at some point or another. So let's have a good look at some of the most basic mistakes we can all be guilty of making when caught up in the chaos of trying to get into a new property.

Having A Gap Between Exit & Entry

This is an extremely tricky one to navigate as you can't completely control when your new property becomes available as the previous owners will have a date when you can gain entry and in the opposite direction the people you are selling to might require an earlier entry date than is ideal so this can create an unwelcome gap of leaving one property while waiting to gain entry to another. It may be that you cannot avoid this but before you take this plunge then be sure to research how much temporary accommodation will cost you, not to mention the stress of living out of a suitcase.

Not Having Enough Boxes

It's easy to forget about buying in packing boxes or simply not having enough of these, especially since there is a decent cost to buying enough of these for a whole house. There are even environmentally friendly boxes are available these days which can be a good call to protect the environment.

Hiring The Wrong Movers

If you are using a moving company then be sure to research thoroughly which one best suits your needs. You should consider the size of move, how far they are going and if it's a long-distance move then check out this guide from consumer reports interstate movers . Be aware that for most moving companies you will be required to have packed up all the smaller items before they arrive and the few that will pack up for you would charge a reasonable amount for this kind of service

Not Protecting Fragile & Valuable Items

Especially if you have left things till the last minute a very costly mistake can be not packaging fragile and valuable items properly, causing damages. You can read here some good advice about preparing for this, basically, ensure you have enough packing materials and specific boxes, etc. for items such as glasses.

Neglecting What Is Included In The Purchase

When moving into your new property you should be certain that everything you think is included actually is. For example, you should be aware of the difference between fixtures and fittings so fixtures are ‘fixed' to the property, so a built-in dishwasher is one but a free-standing one isn't. If you are unsure then be certain to make sure it's included or not in the conditions of the sale before finalizing the deal.

Getting Any Renovations Finished Before Move-In

If there are works you have decided to have done to your new home, such as decorating or renovation, then it is a good idea to arrange to have them done prior to having you and all your furniture in. This will decrease the disruption to your life and will give you a more complete property to move into.


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James Stevenson

Hi, My name is James and I've been involved in the property and real estate industry for 10 years now. I hope people will like to read about my thoughts and experiences in the industry and please contact me if you want to discuss my articles further!

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