AnyVan's Ultimate Moving House Checklist
At AnyVan, we do an average house move every 10 minutes, so we know a thing or two.
We've asked moving experts to contribute to our ultimate moving home checklist.
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8 super useful details for your move
Take stock of your stuff
Write a list of what you have to move. Do this room by room, marking full boxes on the sides (so these can be seen when boxes are stacked) with what room they will be going to and if any fragile items are inside. If you are renting the property, ensure you have the inventory identified in your contract so you can check what needs to be left, reduce disputes and speed up the return of your deposit.
Check your fixtures and fittings
If you are a seller, you should have your 'Property Fixtures and Fittings Form' to hand to know what you have agreed to leave behind in the property. It's easy to leave behind things like curtain rails, light fittings and carpets - but refer to the contract to ensure you take what you are entitled to move. You will be shocked to hear that we've heard stories of people moving into houses with no door handles or light fittings!
Move ALL of your items
Remember to check the loft and outbuildings like sheds and greenhouses. If you're lucky enough to have a garage, ensure you've considered that. You usually always have more than you first thought.
Pick a removal company
The best option is only sometimes the cheapest when moving your items, so when comparing quotes, do so based on each company's service, ratings and feedback, not just the price. Why not try an instant quote with AnyVan?
Double check your timings
Find out when you must leave the property and agree with the removal company to vacate by then. You’ll also need this information when you’re actively preparing to move, as you may need to allocate time to your white goods, such as defrosting your freezer or unplumbing your washing machine.
Do you have the right insurance?
Check with your insurance company what cover your items have when moving. When engaging with removal companies, check their insurance price and what it covers. We've got some handy info on Goods in Transit and Public Liability Insurance to get you up to speed.
Don't forget about the cleaning
Consider having a professional cleaning company come in after you have left; it will save you time and effort. For some tenancies, this may be a contractual requirement.
How to make your move easier
While this is a comprehensive list of what you need to be thinking about, we also have a guide on making moving easier to aid the moving process.
Who to tell when you move house
When you're moving house there are so many people and places you'll need to tell, it can actually feel quite overwhelming! We've taken some of the stress away by compiling this easy to use list.
4 things to plan for your move
Best ways to get packing
If you’re looking for more information on how to pack properly, you can consult our guide on how to pack for moving house. We've got plenty of great tips to make your move run smoothly.
Move your fridge/freezer
Leave enough time to defrost and drain your refrigerator and freezer. A few hours should usually suffice. When you're ready to move your fridge freezer, we've got all the tips.
Prepare your washing machine
Unplumbing your washing machine before your house move is simple and, ideally, something you can do a day or two before you move. We've got you covered if you need to know how to transport a washing machine.
Disconnect your gas oven / fireplace
Disconnecting a gas oven requires a Gas Safe registered gas engineer. We recommend booking in advance to get this done before moving. If you need tips on moving your oven, our guide can help.
Why not give us a go?
At AnyVan, we’ve helped over 2.9 million people move their belongings. So if you’re moving soon, let us help you take a load off with our home removal experts.