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📦 Moving Preparation Guide

Prepare your move like a pro

Step-by-step instructions to organise, pack, protect, and prepare your items so collection is faster, safer, and reduces the risk of damage.

01

Before the Driver Arrives

  • Create a list of all items being moved.
  • Remove unwanted items before moving day.
  • Ensure all items are ready for collection.
  • Clear walkways, hallways, and doorways for easy access.
  • Check large furniture can fit through doors and entrances.
  • Prepare packing materials such as boxes, tape, bubble wrap, and protective blankets.
  • Label boxes clearly with room and contents.
  • Keep important documents, valuables, and personal essentials separate.
02

Packing and Organising Items

  • Pack smaller items into boxes where possible.
  • Place heavier items at the bottom of boxes and lighter items on top.
  • Pack fragile items separately and label them clearly.
  • Empty drawers and cupboards before moving furniture.
  • Secure loose parts, doors, and drawers.
  • Keep screws and small parts from dismantled furniture in labelled bags.
  • Leave daily-use items until the last day.
03

Protecting Furniture and Belongings

  • Wrap fragile items with bubble wrap.
  • Protect furniture corners with covers or padding.
  • Use blankets or protective sheets for sofas and large furniture.
  • Disassemble large furniture where possible.
  • Protect TVs, mirrors, glass, and electronics.
  • Ensure items are clean, dry, and ready to move.
04

Preparing Items for Collection

  • Place boxes together in an accessible area where possible.
  • Keep fragile items clearly marked.
  • Make sure the driver can identify items included in the booking.
  • Inform the driver about heavy, fragile, or valuable items.
  • Ensure parking access is available.
05

Loading Order (Driver Guidance)

Items should normally be loaded in this order to reduce damage:

First — Large & heavy
WardrobesSofasBedsAppliances
Second — Medium
TablesChairsBoxes
Last — Fragile & essential
Glass itemsElectronicsPersonal essentials
06

Before Leaving the Property

  • Check all rooms, cupboards, garages, and storage areas.
  • Confirm all agreed items have been collected.
  • Keep tracking information and booking details available.
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