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Dealing with Last-Minute Moving Problems

A man sits on a box in a disordered room filled with unpacked items and scattered debris, visibly dealing with moving problems. He looks pensive as movers carry boxes outside through an open door. An alarm clock lies on the floor amid various scattered objects around him. Dealing with Last-Minute Moving Problems
Author Avatar Manny Sahmbi
23 Sep 2024
4 Min. To Read

You’ve created the moving checklist, started packing early and have your house removals company booked—so everything should go smoothly, right? Unfortunately, no matter how prepared you are, there’s also the possibility that last-minute moving problems will crop up. Here’s how you deal with them. Assess Your Situation Quickly First of all, don’t panic. Assess your situation and figure out exactly what the nature of your moving day issues are. Is it that you can’t get a large piece of furniture out of your old home, or into your new one? Has a friend or family member that promised to help…

Avoid These Common Moving Mistakes

A moving truck is parked in front of a two-story house with gable roofs, its side boldly displaying "Avoid These Common Moving Mistakes." Scattered around the truck are numerous cardboard boxes and packing materials, as families bustle about, eager to avoid moving mistakes and start their new chapter right. Avoid These Common Moving Mistakes
Author Avatar Manny Sahmbi
23 Sep 2024
5 Min. To Read

Moving house is exciting, stressful and hard work—but it’s also something most people only do a handful of times in their lives. This means it’s hard to become an expert at moving house and, as a result, there are some common moving errors that people make. Read on to discover these five moving mistakes to avoid. Mistake #1: Failing to Plan Your Move Early You might think moving home is ‘simple’. Afterall, it’s just putting everything you own into boxes, right? If you’ve ever moved before, you’ll know it’s not that easy. A successful house move requires some planning, and…

Sustainability Tips for Commercial Moves

An eco-friendly logistics center with green vehicles and staff moving boxes highlights Commercial Moves. Trucks labeled "Eco" are parked, and workers are loading boxes. The building, surrounded by greenery and a recycling symbol, promotes sustainable practices amidst an urban backdrop with Sustainability Tips. Sustainability Tips for Commercial Moves
Author Avatar Manny Sahmbi
08 Sep 2024
3 Min. To Read

More and more businesses across the UK are embracing sustainability, looking at ways they can reduce their carbon footprint and make a positive impact on the environment. There are both practical and ethical reasons behind this, and the companies that are most effective at doing so consider sustainability in everything they do. You might think commercial office moves are difficult to include in that. After all, they require large trucks and lots of packaging, but it can be achieved if you work with the right company and do the right things. Why Sustainability Matters in Commercial Moves Sustainability matters because…

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Author Avatar Manny Sahmbi
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Whether you’re a first-time buyer, relocating across the country or looking to downsize after the kids have (finally) moved out, getting an offer accepted on a property is very exciting. You start thinking about how you want to decorate your new home, where all of your furniture will go and what new things you’re going to need, but you also need to be aware of what might need fixing—and what those fixes might cost you above and beyond the value of the property. And this is where property surveys come in. But what exactly is a property survey, and what…

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Author Avatar Manny Sahmbi
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Settling into your new home after a move can be a daunting task, but with the right approach, you can make it a smooth and stress-free experience. Moving house can often be cited as one of life’s most stressful events, but understanding how to manage moving house stress effectively can significantly ease your transition.  Here’s a detailed guide on how to settle into your new space 1. Unpack Your Belongings When moving into a new home, starting with a clean slate sets a easy and organised foundation to build from. Begin by thoroughly cleaning every nook, including wiping down walls,…

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Author Avatar Manny Sahmbi
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This guide walks you through the steps involved when vetting and ultimately choosing the best removals company for your move. Now we appreciate that there is an obvious bias with us being in the removals space ourselves, and yes to save you from scrolling, we are (in our humble opinion) one of the best options available in the London area. This article allows us to explain exactly why we believe this - think of it as a mini elevator pitch! We've reviewed ourselves and our competitors using the exact same criteria to ensure fairness, and we openly admit when other…

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Author Avatar Manny Sahmbi
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Starting a home renovation or engaging in property development necessitates an abundance of planning and organisation, especially in managing one's possessions in construction. For those struggling to revamp spaces in London, the quest for the best removals and storage options becomes a matter of convenience and an essential element of the refurbishment process. Indeed, modern homes rarely boast surplus storage areas, thus prompting property owners and developers to explore storage solutions. Whether clearing out a room for a new bathroom suite or ensuring your furniture items are not subsumed by the dust and debris of a remodelling project, securing a…

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Navigating a Family Move in London: Beginning Your Journey

Author Avatar Manny Sahmbi
19 Jan 2024
10 Min. To Read

Navigating a family move to or around London can be an overwhelming task for anyone, although it is especially challenging for families. Managing budgets, timelines, and logistical arrangements alongside work while taking care of kids can be a big ask.  As an experienced removals company in London, a large portion of our customers are families - and it’s safe to say we have learned what you should, and what you shouldn’t do if you want to enjoy a smooth family move. Recognising the stress involved, we’ve compiled insights on how to deal with stress from your upcoming move, offering strategies…

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The 4-Step Moving Day Checklist for Families

Author Avatar Manny Sahmbi
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4 Min. To Read

D Day Moving Day* is a massive (and sometimes challenging) event for any family, especially when young children are involved. So, we thought it would be helpful to put our years of experience to use to produce a moving day checklist for families that we believe to be accurate and easy to follow. As we (Happy2Move) are based in London, this post is mainly geared towards families moving into or around the big city. Although, we’re sure there are valuable insights for every family to take away with them! To further assist in your preparation, we also offer comprehensive support…

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Why should you avoid cheap packing materials?

Author Avatar Manny Sahmbi
24 May 2022
4 Min. To Read

Moving house or transporting valuable or fragile goods is a major undertaking. It’s natural to want to try and find savings wherever and whenever you can. But while you can shop around and find a great packing and removals company that can help you at an affordable price, one area you should always steer clear of is using cheap packing supplies, In this guide, we’ll explain why using packing materials that are cheap can do more harm than good highlight the top-quality boxes and supplies that we use at Happy2Move. Why should you avoid them? Because packing materials generally look…

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Author Avatar Manny Sahmbi
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4 Min. To Read

Moving house can be an extremely stressful time, as well as physically exerting if you decide to do it yourself. Ensuring all your furniture, possessions, and valuables are loaded and unloaded into a vehicle and protected from damage in case of accidents is paramount. It’s for that reason that it’s often better to leave everything to the professionals and let a removals specialist look after things for you. But does your preferred removals business provide packing and unpacking services in London? And are they experts in packing for moving? This guide explores why it’s best to work with a company…

How to Assess Movers and Packers in London How to Assess Movers and Packers in London

How to Assess Movers and Packers in London

Author Avatar Manny Sahmbi
26 Nov 2020
4 Min. To Read

Obviously you want a great service when you hire movers and packers in London. But what exactly does a ‘great service’ entail in this industry? How far should a removals and delivery company go, beyond simply upholding their end of the basic agreement? What are the key traits that make one ‘man with a van’ service substantially better than another? You won’t be surprised to learn that, here at Happy2Move, we’ve certainly got our own views on appropriate answers to all of the above. We’ve developed them over years of dedicated and reliable customer service, helping countless new and returning…

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How to Pack When You’re Moving House

Author Avatar Manny Sahmbi
31 Aug 2020
4 Min. To Read

We’ve all heard the old adage that moving house can be one of the most stressful times in your life. Although to be perfectly honest, here at Happy2Move we see no reason why it should be! One thing we can all agree on, though, is that packing your belongings ahead of a move can be a bit of a chore. As long-established moving experts, we’ve learned a few things over the years about how to pack for moving house. As ever, we like to make things as simple as possible for anybody tackling a change of location. Hack your packing…

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