Moving House - Have You Remembered These Actions

Change of Address CardsThis is not necessarily the most important activity to be thinking about as you move but something that can be done as soon as you know you are moving into a new home and have a new address - leave it until 2 weeks and then send a card to family and friends who will no doubt want to know your new address. Although any post forwarding services will automatically forward mail it would be nice to let people know. For more info about Umzug offerte vergleichen click here.

Mail Forwarding ServicesAgain, this is an activity that needs to be done sooner rather than later and shouldn't be left until the last minute. The more notice you give your postal service (Royal Mail in the UK) the smoother the transition. This can be done by visiting the Royal Mail website and you will get all the information needed. Early planning will also allow for any problems or queries to be resolved quicker and not left until after you've moved. The new tenants should not need to forward on any mail to you.

Utilities Recorded and NotifiedThis can only be done right before you leave. You will need to record the meter readings for the gas and electric on your last day and advise the utility companies of these before you vacate the property. Any persons moving into your home will hopefully record the meter reading on the day they move in, but to make sure you only pay for what you have used it would be beneficial to record the data anyway.

Removal ServicesIf you need a removal service make sure you get enough quotes and what's involved in the quote. Does the removal company insurance cover your valuables? How many men are involved in the transportation process? Check that there are no hidden extras that you may have to pay in order to get your goods released. Does the company have a contingency plan in the event something goes wrong? Maybe even try and get some scenarios or situations to ask the removal company beforehand. Your household goods are contained within the lorry so you need to be certain everything will run as smooth as possible. Ensure you have the phone number and contact details of the company to call for any reasons or problems during transit.

Personal Items and EssentialsThis might be worth considering if you have the room in your car. Think about your most precious and sentimental possessions and can you take these with you on the journey? It should go without saying that the transport company will be more than capable of delivering your goods on time but in the event of anything going wrong if you have your treasures on you that's one less thing to worry about. The essentials of making a drink and something to eat when you get there (if it is a long journey) then it will make moving in day slightly more comfortable.

Label BoxesIt goes without saying but even if you think you are organised and plan really well you might want to make sure everything is labelled with the room it came from. All boxes look the same once loaded into a removal lorry and may not get unloaded the same way it was loaded and you may well be hunting around for that TV remote for some time. This is something that can be done fairly early on with the non essentials packed up first and obviously leaving the remote control until last. It is an idea to keep the items in the house until you move though, it may seem like a good idea to move boxes in a few journeys but your new house will be empty and it won't take long until people know this.

Register with New Health ServicesThis can only be done after you've moved but register with dentists and doctors and even hospitals if needed, as soon as possible after your move. Don't leave it until you need the services.

Notify Employers and Schools of New AddressSimilar theme to the new address cards, but this is not for casual or friendly reasons - this is important. Employers will need to know your new address for HR reasons. Schools will need your new address, especially if you are moving homes but your children are staying at the same school. If you have given a landline number, make sure you have this changed as well as the address.

Insurance - Home and CarMake sure your new home is insured and covered with contents insurance as soon as possible, preferably from the day you move in. This is essential for any home, but can sometimes be forgotten about. Car insurance is critical and make sure you notify your car insurance company and the DVLA as soon as possible of your new address. This is essential as your car insurance premium may change especially if you have moved to a new area or used to park on the road and now have a secure garage for example. The DVLA needs to be informed for tax renewal purposes as your car will still be registered to the old address.

Finally, if you are a parent moving you might find the moving house experience stressful enough, but your children may well feel anxious and miss their old room or house. So make sure they are comfortable with the move. Show them the new house and let them pick their new room (if possible). Try and get them to pack some of their things so they will feel more involved and part of the move. Know more details visit at http://www.allianzumzug.ch/