1. Start your packing 4-6 weeks before your move date and plan carefully. Careful planning and packing will save you time, money and a lot of aggravation. 2. Only take what you need or love so start clearing out the shed/loft! Ebay/Freecycle/Gumtree/Charity shop/ Car Boot sale all unwanted items. 3. The other alternative is to have our team of highly trained packers come and pack your belongings for you. Please contact Steve on 01273 77657. 4. Use strong cardboard boxes filled sensibly (not overly heavy) and taped up at the top and bottom. Label these with the room they need to be put into in your new house or storage facility. 5. You can order boxes, bubble wrap and packing tape etc to be delivered FREE NEXT DAY within the Brighton, Hove and Worthing area via our online shop www.nicemanbigvan.co.uk/shop 6. Dis-assemble any items of furniture that will need flat packing before the day. Keep all fixings in clear sandwich bags, label and store in a Tupperware box. We can disassemble items ourselves but cannot be held responsible for these items. 7. Wrap glass and chinaware in paper before packing into the boxes which should be lined with bubble wrap and label these boxes fragile. Pack plates on their side not flat, make sure the boxes are tightly packed (heaviest items on bottom) with any soft items in any spare space on top. 8. Clothes can either be transported in a wardrobe box or a decent strong, box, bag or suit case (wrapped pictures and mirrors may be moved in the bottom of wardrobe boxes). 9. Wrap all mirrors and pictures in paper first (to prevent paint sweating) and then bubble wrap slid into a flattened packing box or at least with cardboard covering the glass taped up. Mark these as fragile. Any glass table tops etc to be bubble wrapped and edges protected. 10. Empty and de-frost the freezer and fridge. Disconnect washing machine, dishwasher etc. 11. Pack an essentials box for items needed over the first couple of days – see list overleaf 12. If it is wet weather on your move day please ensure cardboard or mats safely cover the carpet. 13. Make sure any flammable or hazardous products are left as they invalidate insurances. 14. Last but not least…Pack the kettle last! ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO MOVING Brighton’s favourite local removal company 01273 776570 • 07812 581360 [email protected] www.nicemanbigvan.co.uk 01273 776570 • 07812 581360 [email protected] www.nicemanbigvan.co.uk Phone chargers Phone/camera to take Utility meter readings at both properties on the day Cash for cleaners, tradesmen, tips, takeaways etc House paperwork in a folder with pen Kettle, tea, coffee sugar, biscuits, milk, mugs Chocolate/snacks/drinks - you might need the energy boost! Scissors, sellotape, marker pen, adhesive labels Screwdrivers, adjustable wrench and allen keys for furniture reassembly Loo roll, kitchen cloths, kitchen roll, anti-bacterial spray and washing up liquid Hand wash/soap Takeaway menus Clean bedding to make up beds Breakfast items for the first morning in your new home. MOVING DAY SURVIVAL KIT! PACKING TIPS ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW TO MAKE YOUR MOVE SMOOTH & STRESS FREE AVERAGE RATING 9.8/10 Brighton’s favourite local removal company We accept: f nicemanbigvan t @nicemanbigvan f nicemanbigvan t @nicemanbigvan