Here’s your moving house checklist to make sure you don’t miss a beat when it comes to those niggly but necessary admin tasks.
You hand your address details out a lot over the years, so here’s a full list of all the companies and organisations you should think about informing when you move house.
Inform the following:
The most important thing to do a month before you move is, to inform the relevant companies and organisations about your move (see list above).
You should also:
Find a removal company – but which removal company is best?
Do your research to find out which removal company is best – Checkatrade is a good place to start, as it lists reputable removal companies in your area. Also, make sure you get quotes from several removal companies so you know that you’re getting a removal company for the best price.
Prepare your home for the new owner.
While ultimately, it’s down to the new owner to come in and spruce the place up, it’s always good to leave your home as you would like to find it.
Aside from that, make sure the new owner has all the keys, including windows keys, the patio door key, and the garage door key. Label them to make it easier for them to identify.
Leave them the paperwork for things like the boiler, hot water tank, and any white goods that you’re not taking with you.
Make sure your house is left as stated in the purchase agreement – if you have damaged anything, make sure it’s dealt with before the exchange date.
What should I do if I want to redirect mail?
The Post Office offers a redirect service that’s easy to sign up to. You’ll just need the names and dates of birth of everyone in your household who needs their mail redirected and the addresses and postcodes of your new and old houses. It costs £33.99 for three months, and £8 for three months for every additional person.
If you’re thinking about moving house in the South, get in touch with Chimneypots Estate Agents. We’ll take care of your move from start to finish – from marketing your property to negotiating offers on your behalf. If you’re after a friendly, local service, give us a call on 01489 584298 to discuss your impending move.