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Most of the items in your house are very valuable (priceless) to you just as your time and the comfort of your family. This is why when moving houses most people end up being so stressed when things appear to go wrong. On average people in Kenya and East Africa move houses after 7 years. Majority of them do not have enough know how in terms of organizing and handling their removals and that is why most people say that moving houses is a nightmare! At Cube Movers we do hundreds of house removals year after year and below are some of the important tips we have gathered that we would like to share with you. Plan Ahead Start by checking the calendar. Certain times of the year are busier moving times than others. It is wise to contact your moving agent early enough and confirm availability of space on the day you want to move. If you want to move around the end of the month it is advisable you make your reservation at least one month in advance. If it is possible it is advisable to avoid moving at the end of the month. Most people want to move during weekends and public holidays. If you want to move during these days it is wise to confirm your booking at least three weeks in advance. If you live in a rented house most likely your lease terms require that you paint the house as you leave. Make the arrangements in advance so that you do not incur penalties. Inform the property managers and obtain the necessary clearance in advance. Ensure that your bills are settled prior to the moving day. These include the rent, telephone, internet, security, etc. We have sometimes witnessed the moving truck being with held at the gate due to such issues. Packing Most breakages happen due to poor packing! If you want to do your own packing please make sure that you know what you are doing or seek help from a friend who knows more about. The best alternative is to engage a professional moving company. This will cost some little money but you will avoid stress and perhaps save you more money. Ensure that you have the appropriate packing materials and tools. These include: • Carton boxes- you can buy them from Cube Movers or from your local store (ensure they are clean and suitable). • Wardrobe boxes- you can buy from Cube Movers. • Packing tape- can be obtained from a removal company or your local store. • Newsprint paper. • Water resistant markers • Razor, knife or Scissors • Labels • Corrugated paper or bubble wrap • Fragile tape. It is more efficient if you pack one room at a time and label each box appropriately. Boxes containing fragile or sentimental items should always be labeled “fragile”. Empty all drawers of breakable items or any thing that might spill. Drawers should be securely locked. Pack room by room and ensure to appropriately label Breakable items like glassware, china, ornaments jewel, etc should be properly wrapped with paper before being put inside the boxes. All empty spaces inside the box should be filled with additional crushed paper. Pack plates in vertical position as it is not easy to break. Put heavy items in the small boxes so they are easier to carry. Cube Movers recommend maximum weight per box to be about 20 kgs. Take extra care when packing your valuable items like jewelry, certificates, title deeds, log books etc as they may be irreplaceable. It is advisable to move them in your personal car. Your New House • Ensure that it has enough space to accommodate all your belongings. • Take measurements of all the corridors and path ways to ensure safe passage of your goods. If some of the furniture may require being knocked down please advise the movers in advance. • Plan in advance where the bulky items like wall units and beds will be placed. • Ensure there will be parking space for the moving truck near the house in order to save time. • Make sure the house is cleaned and fumigated prior to the moving day. It is easier and safer to fumigate an empty house than when you will be living inside. Consider the following • Take advantage of the move to take your curtains and blinds for thorough cleaning. • Clean your refrigerator thoroughly during the moving period. After it’s dried up put a handful of fresh coffee or charcoal in a sock and place it inside to keep the interior smelling fresh. • Do away with items that you do not need. Items like old clothes, old unused cookers and furniture can be donated to the many needy institutions around. This could save you some money on packing and transport while helping the needy. On the Moving Day • Be on time. If you are using a professional moving company they will most likely keep time. Do not be the one to delay them. • Ensure safety of young children. Have someone to take care of them. • Make arrangements for lunch as you may be involved the whole day. Have some water for the movers, they may need it. • Keep your cool especially if you have a Cube Movers on the job. Relax and enjoy their help. • Look forward to the new opportunities and friends that will come with your moving Remember If you have any queries on housing moving you may call Cube Movers for instant advice! Click here to contact us |
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