You’ll often hear people repeating the statistic that moving house is one of the top three most stressful life events most of us will ever go through. Disappointingly, like 94% of all statistics whipped out in conversation, this one appears to have no reliable source. Still, the fact that so many people are willing to accept it unquestioningly suggests that it is common for relocating to feel like pulling teeth. With over 20 years in the self storage industry, the team at Moor Room could definitely share a few horror stories.
And moving isn’t just stressful; it can also be hugely expensive. If you hire professional removalists, shifting a three-bedroom house can easily cost upwards of a thousand dollars. After you’ve scraped all your savings together to make a deposit or pay the first month’s rent and bond, the last thing you want is to drop another grand or two to get all your stuff to your new place. We’ve put together this guide to help you keep the costs of moving down.
Do You Need to Hire Removalists?
It’s easy to see the appeal of having someone else come in and do all the heavy lifting, and if cost is of no consequence, then by all means, lie back and let the pros handle it. But if you’re reading this, chances are you don’t have fistfuls of cash to throw around, so ask yourself if you can manage it on your own.
Call in a Favour
When we say “on your own”, we don’t mean completely solo – you will need at least two people for this task – so if you live alone, see if you can rope friends or family members into helping out. You might be pleasantly surprised how many folks are happy just to be helpful, and it’s amazing what some people will do for a slab of beer.
Get the Right Equipment
Another vital element you will need to execute your move is some equipment, like trolleys, plenty of rope, and a vehicle big enough to carry all your belongings. Industrial trolleys and stair climbers can be hired very affordably from bigger hardware stores.
Get Moving
Get started early to give yourself plenty of time, well before you need to be out of your current premises. The move will almost always take longer than you anticipate, and you will no doubt run into a few unexpected hurdles along the way. Be sure to factor in the time you’ll need to do the final clean as well.
If you need to be cleared out before you can move into your new home, renting a self-storage locker is an easy, affordable option. This way, you can start moving well in advance and ensure that everything is out by the end of your current lease, so you’re not stuck paying hefty fees for extra days at your old property.
Get Packing
If moving the whole house is beyond your powers, you can still save plenty of money by packing everything carefully beforehand and reducing the work the removalists will need to do. You can buy high-quality boxes, tape, packing foam, and loads of other accessories at great prices from the Moor Store.
Safety First
CAUTION: This is not something you should attempt if you’re in poor health or getting a little long in the tooth, as you could easily cause yourself a serious injury. Take it slowly and be realistic about your limitations. If it seems like a bad idea to try carrying that washing machine down three flights of stairs all by yourself, that’s because it is a terrible, terrible idea.
Contact Moor Room
At Moor Room, we have great prices on safe, reliable self storage and we offer a huge variety of boxes and accessories for packing. Visit our website for a free quote or get in touch today.
