Dont do It (Tips on moving home)

Member Name: spam330

Product:	Tips on moving home
Date:	25/10/09 (16 review reads)
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Advantages: New Home

Disadvantages: Grey Hair

I have recently moved home and would like to share my tips so that maybe someone can benefit and avoid just a little of the stress moving home involves!

I have moved home before (on quite a few occasions) but this time found it very stressful. So here is my tips-

1) Don't start to pack boxes to early. I would start ten days before moving. My advice is to clear out all your cupboards etc. throw out stuff you don't want and have it ready to pack. In my experience, any earlier and you end up unpacking again looking for things, especially if you have children
2) Don't estimate sizes in your new home, always try and obtain exact measurements. For example don't assume that your tumble dryer will fit in the space because it looks the right size. I did this and it meant lifting a heavy dryer from one house to another and then having it in my bedroom until I get another one that actually fits in the kitchen. Sound like common sense I know.
3) Over estimate the amount of money you will need. Never underestimate, especially if you are on a tight budget. I found that for the first few days every time I stepped out the door I was spending money, its all the little things that you don't consider.
4) Always ensure you have plenty of help. I had lots of help and it made things so much easier. I try to be independent but I know now there are things that I am physically unable to do, like lifting a tumble dryer down a flight of stairs.

Hope this helps someone. 9 weeks later and I have more grey hair than ever lol.

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