Kirtleys Removals & Storage

Once you know you are moving...

• Create an inventory of belongings you will be moving to your new address.
• Contact Kirtleys on 01752 301177 and request a quotation.
• Separate items you no longer want and sell, give away or dispose of as necessary. Now is a great time to have a clear out!
• Book your removal and provide a provisional date. Try to get this confirmed as early as possible from you solicitors/estate agents.
• Make sure you have notified everyone that you are moving including your home insurers, doctor, bank, utility companies, other insurers, any subscriptions and charities etc.
• Remember to cancel existing delivered items such as newspapers and milk.
• Arrange any storage you may require - Kirtleys has its own secure storage units available to rent.
• Get packing!

Packing materials... Kirtleys can help with boxes and portable wardrobes

• Strong boxes, uniform sizes.
• Wardrobe boxes with hanger bars - make sure you have enough!
• Brown packing tape.
• Bubblewrap, wrapping paper/newspaper.
• Marker pens.

Packing tips...

• Begin packing well ahead of your move if possible. It reduces stress and gives more time to have a proper clear out of unwanted items.
• Use bubblewrap/paper to wrap all of your glass, china and other breakables. Pack these fairly loosely and mark the boxes as 'FRAGILE'.
• Newspaper can leave ink marks on items so it is best to use as outer wrapping only.
• Towels and old linen can also be used for extra protection.
• Avoid bin liners! These will more than likely split and spill their contents. Zipper bags can generally be easily sourced from discount shops and provide a much better way to store clothes, shoes and odds and ends.
• Ensure the bottoms of your boxes are properly taped and avoid flimsy cardboard.
• Do not make your boxes too heavy! For books and other heavy items, use smaller boxes or half fill with books and top up with lighter objects such as towels.
• Do fill your boxes as much as possible - this helps the boxes stay in shape during transportation.
• Concentrate on one room at a time and clearly label your box with room and contents.
• Keep out any items you are going to need between now and your move date!
• Separate your extremely important documents, jewellery etc. and consider transporting these in your car.
• For small appliances, if possible, pack into their original boxes and tape securely.
• Ensure you find and have ready transportation bolts for washing machines etc.
• Loosen handlebars on bikes if possible and cover chains and pedals.
• Protect large mirrors, paintings and artwork with cardboard.
• If possible, disassemble out furniture but remember to keep any nuts, bolts and screws safe and clearly labelled.
• Roll up rugs and secure with string or tape (to the underside).
• Empty any petrol from lawnmowers or other machinery and safely dispose of any other flammable or poisonous household products.

Keep items such as a vacuum cleaner and dusters to one side as you are likely to want to give the house a 'once over' when it is empty. It is also a good idea to keep tea/coffee making items easily accessible for when you arrive at your new home... it will also keep your removal team happy!