Moving house can be a stressful time. There’s packing to do, moving, unpacking and the endless cleaning process… It’s enough to make you want to tear your hair out. Even more so if you need to consider downsizing, and choose which items to keep and get rid of to ensure you fit into your new property. If you’re moving from a large home to a smaller one, or simply want to declutter as you move from one house to another, downsizing can seem like an impossible task. But don’t worry, we’re here to help. Read on for our best tips on how to downsize your belongings. Make a list The first step to any moving or downsizing process is to take inventory of what you have. Go through each room of your house and make a list of everything that you want to take with you. Once you’ve got your list, sit down and take a good look at it. Is there anything on there that you can’t live without? Are any pieces of furniture that are going to be too big for your new place? Be ruthless in your culling process – the fewer things you need to move […]
Daily archives: November 22, 2022
If you’re lucky enough to be in a position to choose when you move house, well done! Not many people have the luxury of time on their side. Anytime you’re looking to move house, the date will have its pros and cons. Spring is good because the weather is nice, Autumn is great because the kids are back at school, and winter might be bad because it’s cold and snowing. There may also be certain times of the year when your chosen removal company may be cheaper as they’ll be less busy. Either way, here’s a breakdown of the pros and cons of moving at different times of the year. Spring: Pros and Cons The weather in spring is generally pretty mild in most parts of the country, so you certainly won’t have to worry about your belongings being damaged by extreme heat or cold between moves. Additionally, springtime is usually one of the most discounted times for a move as companies are typically a bit quieter during this period. There are some disadvantages to moving during springtime, if you have school-aged children then you may need to make sure their schools are able to accommodate a mid-year transfer (if […]