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Arrange to have the gas, electricity, water meters read
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Start running down freezers
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We advise against moving freezers full. If you require your freezer moved with food
inside, wrap the contents in newspaper, boxes or trays. Full or frozen freezers
are moved at your own risk*
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Clear the loft unless we have agreed to do so
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Dismantle sheds, greenhouses etc. unless we have agreed to do this for you
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Drain fuel from lawn mowers / motor cycles
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Remove any fixtures and fittings you are taking
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If appropriate, arrange for children to be looked after on the move day
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Fabrics that are being stored will benefit from anti-moth treatment
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If moving in or out of a block of flats, arrange to have the manual override hey
or priority use of the lift the day before your move
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Have TV aerials or satellite dishes taken down if they are part of the move
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Disconnect any light fittings you are taking
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Seal packets and tighten jars of food
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Defrost refrigerator and freezer. (If you don’t intend to empty your freezer, please
read our earlier advice*)
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Prepare plants for transit
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Chest of drawers may be left full depending on the make of furniture.
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Set aside an area marked “do not move” for coats, handbags, snacks, tools and cleaning
materials
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Arrange separate transportation for any dangerous substances
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Lock your valuables somewhere safe and carry them personally to your new home
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If household goods are being stored, remember to retain important items – passport,
driving license etc
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Do not put perishable or flammable items in storage
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Before the removal van departs, check nothing has been forgotten or moved in error
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Ensure that our crew has directions to your new propery and a phone number to contact
you
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Arrive at your new property with all the keys before the removal van arrives
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And – most important: pack the kettle and tea pot last
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