Moving home can be a stressful time, without throwing festive activities into the mix. That said, there are ways to ensure everything goes smoothly.
It’s a wonderful time of the year, and it doesn’t have to be any different just because you are moving house. There’s no need to let the chaos of moving overwhelm you, and with a little organisation and foresight you can make sure that you and the whole family have a brilliant first Christmas in your new home.
Here are our top five tips for moving house at Christmas:
Book the Removals Company Early
Removals companies will be stretched during the Christmas period, with staff taking time off while poor weather conditions make everything that bit more difficult. Make sure you book them early to get the timeslot you prefer.
Get Christmas Shopping Completed Early
The Christmas period will feature a lot of packing and storing your goods, as well as moving them and sorting them in the new home. You will be busy in the immediate build-up to the big day, so get all the gift buying out of the way early.
Secure All Gifts and Valuables
Keep your peace of mind by securing all valuables – including wrapped gifts yet to be opened – somewhere you can keep an eye on them. Knowing where your most valuable items are at all times will greatly reduce the stress of the move.
Protect Your New Home from Mucky Feet
Talking of poor weather conditions, make sure you are prepared for the worst! If rain or snow is forecast on your moving date then get some protective material for the floors of your new home to keep them from getting mucky from all the walking back and forth with boxes and furniture.
Easily Access Your Christmas Decorations
Keep all your tinsel, baubles and stockings easily accessible so you can decorate your new home and celebrate your first Christmas there in festive style.
If you’re thinking about buying a property some time soon, then check out the fantastic listings we have available in our forthcoming property auction. You may just find your dream home, or even an excellent buy-to-let investment opportunity, this side of Christmas.