A BIT OF FREE ADVICE:

Planning for any move is the most critical factor to a successful relocation of your most precious goods.

Below, we give you a checklist, which will help you remember all those nagging details that we all forget.

Moving & Packing Tips

Some items are prohibited and they include: perishables, flammable liquids, explosives and fuels..
Place all items in cartons/boxes wherever possible.
Make use of all available aids such as wrapping paper, bubble wrap, drop cloths, furniture covers, plastic sheeting, tape, and cartons.
Fill all cartons to maximum capacity.
Disassemble large items such as beds and tables where possible, storing screws etc in a snap lock bag somewhere obvious.
Books being a heavy item are best packed in smaller cartons so as not to produce a heavy load.
When moving ensure all doors are securely closed: eg. refrigerators and freezers, cupboards, etc.
Disconnect the hose to your washing machine and store in its bowl.
Organise the leads to your A/V equipment, tie off and remove, marking for later reattachment.
Some items are best packed and stored on edge. These items include: mirrors, windows, records, plates and saucers, pictures and paintings.
Towels, blankets and clothing are also very useful and make good padding for transport.

Large, heavy items should be stored to the rear of the unit.
Less frequently required items should also be stored to the rear.
Maximize the use of the unit height by storing items such as Beds and Mattresses on end.
It is recommended that you wedge appliance doors slightly. This is to prevent the build up of mold and bad smells.
It is also recommended that you leave a small space between the unit walls and your goods. Some items can be stored in large appliances – also the careful stacking of some cartons on top of larger items.
Ensure that upholstery is not in direct contact with the floor or that sharp, and heavy items are not stacked on top.
Sofas may be stored on end on protective mats or plastic sheeting.
Smaller frequently required items should be stored near the door for easy access.
Clothing and curtains should be stored on hangers whenever possible.
Cover the total load with a light plastic cover. This will act as an affordable and practical dust cover for your property.
Always use a good quality substantial lock on your unit.

Confirm your removal date with Shire’s Family Removals.
Complete and return your signed acceptance of your removal Quotation.
Complete and return the Insurance Application if applicable.
Arrange disconnection of the services or advise change of address (30 days’ notice each case)
Newspaper Delivery
Telephone
Gas and Electricity
Water
The Post Office for redirection of mail
Your bank to transfer your account
The Electoral Office
Your motor licencing authority
Your Hire Purchase suppliers
Your insurance company re your motor and household
Your life assurance companies
The principal of your children’s school, and a letter from the school
The Municipality – re Rates
Lodges, clubs and Benefit Societies
Publications to which you subscribe
Department Stores – where you have charge accounts
Relatives, friends and regular correspondents
Your Solicitors

Collect your FREE cartons, paper and tape from Shires Family Removals.
Defrost your refrigerator, if not frost free.. Most fridges these days are frost free.
Anchor the drum of your automatic washing machine-check your machine instruction book.
Dispose of your unwanted furniture.
Put aside bits and pieces you don’t want to take on the truck.
Clean out bathroom cabinet and dispose of all those old medicine bottles
Tighten the lids on all jars containing liquids
Return any garden tools, books, CDs and videos you’ve borrowed
Drain the fuel from heaters, lamps and lawn movers
keep aside jewellery, money, insurance policies and documents of value

WE HOPE THESE HINTS, TIPS AND CHECKLIST HAVE PROVIDED SOME ASSISTANCE AND HELPED TO MAKE YOUR MOVING DAY A WORRY FREE ONE…