Are you excited about moving day? Of course, you are! Initially, it seems like a great idea; however, you might begin to procrastinate on packing when the time arrives to move out. Have you considered a freelancer?

Moving to a new home can be one of the most stressful ventures in your life! When the day finally arrives your stress levels could reach boiling point.

I have moved home a few times in my life and understand the stresses it can cause, it’s no easy feat! According to Zoopla, the average person in the UK will move home eight times in their lives. Read on to discover tips for moving home and make your home move journey a success with minimal stress the freelance way. 

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One thing is for sure you will need lots of empty boxes in preparation for the big day. A top tip is to colour code your boxes utilising labels enabling an efficient moving set up for you or your removal services.

Clearly label your boxes to distinguish what belongs in the kitchen, lounge etc. Marking your boxes will only make your home move a lot easier especially when it’s time to unpack at the new pad. Remember also to write a small description of what is inside this will make it easier to offload boxes and in terms of placement of your belongings.

 

Stick labels on to both the top and side of the box to improve visibility ensuring the items are easily identifiable when transporting them from one place to another and to not misplace in all the chaos of the home move. 

Another freelance tip is to protect the floor, this is due to the amount of movement that will occur on moving day, there is bound to be a lot of twisting and turning, and you want maximum protection for your assets, right?! Limiting potential damage to your new and old floors will make you happier, and it’s another part of the move you will not have to be concerned about once implemented.

A freelance trick is to flatten cardboard from old boxes perhaps from an Amazon delivery you have recently received, a grocery shop or asking the local convenience store for boxes as they are bound to have plenty.  

Plan, Plan, Plan, you really can’t underestimate the level of planning that is required when moving home. Be prepared for some setbacks and remember the packaging tape and scissors.

Are you feeling stressed on moving day? Having limited time might be the perpetrator. Setting a realistic time scale to complete the somewhat arduous task of exporting your belongings will relieve some of the pressure. Research shows that over 40% of people found moving home to be a nerve-wracking event. Buy yourself time by organising effectively in advance.

Investing in a removal service on moving day is worthwhile when considering all the facts. Freelance services can extend to helping you pack, remove, transport and offload. Having a helping hand will reduce the stresses of the move. 

Using a freelance service will give you an improved work-life balance, and the duty of colour coding boxes can be that of a freelancer. The pros far out way the cons you will receive help with heavy lifting, removals and the finer detail of packaging products correctly for your valuables not to break during transportation. Don’t forget that furniture might well need moving and this can be awkward especially when it comes to removal.

Lift heavy items with care remembering to bend your knees and using a buddy to help you with large objects. Any removal service will know the importance of safety when lifting and removing large products and also the need to move large items first.

Think of this scenario: Imagine that you have moved all the lighter easier to move items and fill your new home leaving the large heavy items until last. You go to transport the heavy items only to find there is too much clutter in the way; you would not be the only one to be frustrated. Not only can this be dangerous in terms of safety due to a potential tripping hazard you will face many obstructions.

A freelance tip would be to ensure all your furniture is in first before getting concerned about moving the lighter smaller items.

The freelance method is to use suitcases to stow and remove your heavy items such as books. Effective organisation of your things is an excellent way to transport tricky objects without the fear of damaging your back and spending the morning with an ice pack.

Remember cardboard boxes can be weak and the potential of items falling through the bottom is far more significant if exposed to a heavy object.

You have plenty on your plate on moving day, and the stress does not stop there. Having a plethora of unpacked boxes can be daunting, and this will show what lies ahead. Relax and breath as it’s not an impossible task, the job can be completed; however, it will just take time.

Out of time? Why not post a job for free on Skillbox and get a freelance removal service to complete the task for you.