Hints and Tips

Plan Ahead

Discuss your requirements and confirm your removal as far in advance as possible, especially if it is taking place at the end of the month, or during the summer holidays. Consider how much help you will need with packing and whether you will need assistance with the dismantling of any larger items.

Garage and Garden Shed

Sort out the contents of your garage and garden shed. We advise against moving old paints, white spirits, oils, petrol, etc.. We can assist with dismantling sheds, greenhouses, children’s play equipment, etc., but only if we have agreed in advance to do so.

Loft

Due to health and safety our staff are not permitted to enter lofts, we will however be happy to assist by having items handed to us providing this has been agreed in advance.

Appliances

A qualified tradesperson must disconnect all appliances from the mains supply prior to our arrival. This includes gas appliances, cookers, washing machines, etc.. It is also advisable for the transit bracket to be secured to the washing machine prior to removal.

Freezers/Fridges

It is a good idea to start running down your fridge and freezer* in advance. Empty fridges and freezers should be defrosted and disinfected with bi-carbonate of soda. It is also advisable for soda crystals or tea bags to be placed inside to absorb any moisture that may have been missed.

Self-assembly

Self-assembly furniture is not designed to be moved, once assembled. Please ensure that the dismantling of any such item has been done prior to our arrival, unless we have agreed in advance to do this for you.

Fixture and Fittings

It is your responsibility to take down all fixtures and fittings that are either nailed or screwed to walls, ceilings or floors. This includes television aerials and satellite dishes.

Chests of Drawers

These items may be left full of clothing or other soft items. Please remove any breakable or valuable items prior to our arrival.

Items sent for Storage

Please do not pack, or offer for packing, any photographs, foodstuffs, flammable fluids, paints or alcohol.

Lifts

If there is a lift at either the collection or delivery address, please arrange to obtain the manual override key from the warden. This will provide us with uninterrupted access to the lifts.

Finally

Take meter readings for electric, gas and water. It is a great help if you can provide the driver with detailed directions to your new home and a contact number if available. Before the removals vehicle leaves your home, please check that nothing has been left behind, as it is your responsibility to see that everything has been taken.

*Manufacturers and trade associations advise against moving freezers in a full and/or frozen state. If you do need your freezer to be moved with food inside, please have the contents bagged in carrier bags to facilitate handling. Please note that freezers in this condition will only be moved at your own risk. Our representative can advise you further on this aspect of your move.