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After the trauma of selling one home and buying another, it's time to plan the move. If you've got as far as reading this page, you're going to get the job done properly - by a professional. One thing is clear and that is that moving day is less of a problem if:
  • You hire a professional moving company - then both you and your remover know what is required.
  • The move is properly planned
  • When you book a BAR member company remember that its staff know how to pack and move personal effects - they do it every day. You may feel that you would rather pack and carry precious china yourself but it could easily end in (uninsured) tears.
  • Be sure to discuss your packing requirements in great detail and make sure they are confirmed in your quotation.
That just leaves the planning and here we hope the information on this page will be helpful. When you've read it, print it out and pin the check list somewhere prominent. Remember, if you aren't clear about anything, just call us.

WHEN TO MOVE
Try to avoid Fridays. Everyone moves on a Friday which is why it's harder to move and can be more expensive on that day.

 

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Planning your move:  
The date Arrange this as far ahead as possible. Avoid cancellation/postponements which can be costly.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
The new home A map showing your new address and a contact telephone number is always helpful
Who to tell Relatives and friends apart, there are a lot of people with a vested interest in your whereabouts. You'll find some of them on the check list
Main services We are not allowed to tamper with mains services. Make arrangements with gas/electricity suppliers well in advance
Deep freezers Run down food stocks. Although every care is taken, we are not responsible for contents

Carpets/curtains

 We will take down curtains/blinds by prior arrangements but will not put them up again or lay fitted carpets

System furniture

 This can be difficult! In theory you are supposed to be able to dismantle and re-assemble most system furniture. In practice, it never goes together again so well and can't be covered by insurance. You can move it complete but joints may loosen

Packing

 How much we do depends on your quotation and/or service specification. If you are paying for a total service, leave it to the professionals. The insurance does not cover items packed by you.

Insurance

 is available at a competitive price. It is a modest but worthwhile investment - accidents can and do happen. Always insure for total peace of mind. It costs very little and protects you against the unknown. Remember that your insurance will not cover items you have packed yourself (another good reason for leaving it to us).

Special attention

 If you are concerned about any items such as plants, fine art, wine collections or antiques, discuss them with us well in advance. We will advise you and give you an idea of cost.
Just before moving day:
Drawers Leave drawers as they are but do not lock them. Avoid over-filling chests, sideboards or drawers
Plan Work out where you want your possessions in the new home - drawing a plan is helpful. Make sure someone is at the new house to show where things go
Parking If there are restrictions at either house, warn us. You need about 50 feet of parking for one moving van. It saves costs if the vehicle can park close to your property
Flats You will need priority for the lift! If the lift is small (or non-existent) warn us in advance - do not leave it until the van arrives
Unloading You've seen the new house, we haven't. Warn us about unexpected hazards such as poor access, small doorways, spiral staircases or trees close by
Spare key It happens all the time - the van is at the new house before the owner. Waiting time will cost more so, if possible, give the foreman a key

Small problems

 Try to have children and pets looked after by relatives of neighbours - you will have enough to do without worrying about what they're up to
Checking out Before you leave the house, check the rooms to make sure nothing has been left behind


Check list
  Confirm dates with the mover
  Sign and return contract together with payment
  Book insurance at declared value
  Arrange a contact number
  Dispose of anything you don't want
  Start running down freezer components
  Contact carpet fitters if needed
  Book mains services for disconnections
  Cancel all rental agreements
  Notify doctor, dentist, optician, vet
  Tell your bank and savings/share accounts
  Inform telephone company
  Ask the Post Office to re-route mail
  Tell TV licence, car registration, passport offices
  Notify HP and credit firms
  Make local map to new house for friends and moving company
  Clear the loft
  Organise parking at new home
  Plan where things go in new home
  Cancel milk and newspapers
  Clean out the freezer
  Arrange minders for children and pets
  Find and label keys
  Address cards to friends and relatives
  Separate trinkets, jewellery and small items
  Sort out linen and clothes
  Put garage and garden tools together
  Take down curtains and blinds
  Collect children's toys
  Put together basic catering for family at new home
Relax

 


If you need to contact us....

 
Phone:  
Burnham-on-Sea 01278 795549
Weston-super-Mare 01934 636530
Taunton 01823 353052
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