It is listed as one of the most stressful experiences in life: moving home.
There is furniture to pack, selling of previous property or returning it in good condition to the landlord, as well as the cost. That’s a lot of stress to manage!
There are many things to think about when moving home, but for some practical tips, read on as here, you will be walked through some things to tick off before relocating, to make your introduction to your new home and area easier.
Book a Moving Team
You can drive. Therefore, you can hire a moving van. Why should you book a moving team?
In short, hiring a moving team will reduce the chance of you getting injured during the move (a surprisingly common occurrence!), comes with insurance as standard (in case any furniture gets damaged) and will reduce the physical and emotional stress of relocating your belongings. It also tends to be quicker to hire a moving team, so be sure to book a reputable team like The London Man With Van for a simple and affordable move.
Sign-Up For New Medical Services
If you are moving cross country or even to a new town, it’s highly unlikely that you will be able to keep the same doctor and dentist.
So, to prevent issues when you move (such as having no dentist if you develop an abscess!), research the highest-rated medical services in the new area that you are moving to. Once you have identified the best option for your family, you will likely need to get your medical records sent across and complete an online form to become a patient. This can take a few weeks, so make sure this is done before anyone in your home needs their repeat prescription filled.
Transfer Bills
Internet, phone, gas, electricity, and water need to be transferred when you move home to prevent you from paying for services at the address where you no longer live.
When you have a moving date and the new address, call all of your service providers to inform them about your move. They may need to send out a team to set up a new Wi-Fi system at the new address, and, honestly, moving into a home with no internet connection is not ideal if you work remotely!
Prep For Moving Pets
If you think relocating is stressful for people, think about how stressful any pets that you may have will find it. There are some long-distance moving companies that will allow you to store your pets safely in a cage in the moving van, while others will not. Also, some people may not want to be separated from their pets during moving and may want to keep them close by in their car.
So, speak to your pet’s vet before you move about sedatives for dogs and cats, especially if you are moving long-distance. This will prevent stress during the drive and reduce the chance of your pet developing motion sickness. If you have caged pets, put a cover over them when driving, and they should be fine, provided that they have food and water.
