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I have been trying to pack up my house to get the house ready to move, but the kids seem to be just as busy unpacking the boxes with their possessions in them as soon as I get them packed. It's definitely a lot more work to move home with the kids compared to how easily we could move when we were just a couple! I have had to be pretty creative in turning moving into a fun game to get the kids on board. This blog has tips on how to survive packing and moving house with your kids.
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7 Ways to Explore the Amazing Flexibility of Customised Containers
If you have an upcoming project that requires you to provide accommodation for something or someone, have you considered customising a shipping container? You would be amazed at how many solutions you can address by using these flexible containers. Let's consider just some of the options.
Modifying the Size
First of all, remember that even though a container generally comes in standard dimensions, it is possible to customise according to specific requirements.
Ride on - Tips to help you move your bike
While many people think of bikes as very hardy items, they can easily be damaged if mishandled, particularly if they are stored or impacted in a way that doesn't match their normal orientation. For people who are very passionate about cycling, their bike can be nearly as expensive as a secondhand car so it can be very stressful to work out how to get it safely moved when you move homes.
How to Pack Like a Pro for Moving Day
Moving can be very stressful, and you can feel this stress even after the move is over and you begin to unpack. Not only do you still have lots of work to do, but how you pack can make it even more difficult to unpack and get settled into your new home. You may find that items are damaged and need some fixing before they are ready to be used or things are so disorganised that it takes much longer to get your new home settled than your expected.
Money Saving (and Making) Moving Hacks
Moving home can be an expensive project, but it's important that you do it right. Here are a few ways in which you can recoup some of your cash without compromising on your professional removalist.
Have a yard sale
Moving house is the perfect opportunity to have a good sort-out of your possessions and to prune things down to what you actually need and use, versus what you've just hoarded. A yard sale is the perfect means of converting your unwanted items into extra cash that could go towards the cost of your move.
Four Removals Tips for Flatmates Who Are Moving to New Places, Apart From Each Other
If you live with a bunch of flatmates and you are all moving out to new homes, the removals process can be a bit complicated. However, with the right tips, you can make the move as easy as possible. Take a look at these ideas:
1. Use colour to organise.
As each of you pack your stuff, you want to be sure that the boxes don't get mixed together. After all, you don't want to end up in Adelaide with your flatmate's shoes while he or she is in Melbourne with a box of your favourite books.
Tips For Moving House When You Have Reduced Mobility
Relocating your home is stressful and tiring enough when you are completely mobile, but when you have a disability, it can be even more frustrating. Whether you have arthritis, have just had surgery or an injury, or are in a wheelchair, the following tips will help you pack and move with ease.
Keep Your Moving Boxes Small and Light
Regardless of the mobility issues or disability you have, it is going to be more difficult to move large and heavy boxes.
Follow these rules for using a self-storage unit
Self-storage units provide a convenient and secure way to store items you don't need any time soon, whether you store furniture during a move or your boxes of comic books you don't need. Regardless of the purpose of using the storage unit, it is important that you keep certain things in mind. Here are some important rules to follow when you are using a self-storage unit.
Know What Not to Store
Guidelines on Reducing Cumulative Moving Expenses
There are numerous expenses that are associated with moving into a new residential space. The common costs of acquiring the new home include transaction and realtor fees, legal charges, stamp duty and mortgage fees. In addition, the actual removal and transportation of your items from your old house to the new building can be costly. You can choose to hire a truck or trailer and move without professional movers. You can also engage expert removalists for assistance through the process.
Moving? Learn About Pet Removal Services & Why You Need Them
If you are planning a removal and your household has pets, it is important to plan ahead for their special removal. Doing so will ensure that you find a provider in time for your removal. It will also ensure that your pet is well looked after during the move. Read on to learn more about pet removals.
Where can you get a pet removal service?
Many furniture removalists offer pet removal services.
2 Major Considerations When Renting a Self-Storage Facility
The longer you live in your residence, the more items you accumulate over the years. However, homeowners will not realize this until they have to move house, especially if the new home is smaller. At this juncture, you have a few options to consider: give less used items away, hold a garage sale and make some money off your items, or opt for a self-storage facility. Generally, homeowners may opt for self-storage if they are in a transition period and would like to reclaim their belongings once they have access to a bigger space.