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Packing, Moving and Storage

Putting some of your worldly belongings in storage or moving most of them across the country can be a big undertaking. I know this from experience. Last year, I decided to relocate my life and move from Brisbane to Perth. I had no idea what this would involve. I was planning on doing this myself but my friend said I was insane and suggested that I contact a professional moving and storage company. I followed his advice and I was so pleased with the service they offered to me. They provided me with boxes, picked up my stuff and took it to a secure storage unit and then transported the rest to Perth. I hope you find the advice on this blog useful.

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What You Should Know Before Driving a Minibus
Are you planning to hire a minibus to transport your friends from one location to another? Read on and discover some of the things you need to be aware of before you start driving the hired vehicle. Longer Braking Distances The minibus is likely to be heavier than the personal car that you have been accustomed to driving. Its weight is likely to increase even further once your friends have boarded the minibus.

Three tips for moving house when you have young children
If you have young children, the process of packing up your belongings and moving to a new home can be difficult and tiring. Here are a few tips which may be of use to you if you are in this type of situation. Pack during nap times Trying to pack your possessions when your children are awake is not a good idea. The noise and chaos that they will make could distract you, potentially to the point where you pack some items incorrectly.

Why You Should Pack Your Items in Plastic Containers And Not Carton Boxes
Packaging your household items is a critical task when you are moving. This is because it ensures that your goods will be safely transported and delivered to your new house or office. While moving, you have the option of packing your items in plastic containers or carton boxed. Below are reasons why you should request the moving company to pack your items in plastic containers. Safeguards your items from external impacts

3 Tips on How to Organise Large Appliances and Frequently Used Items in Self-Storage
Moving house can be an exciting experience, yet overwhelming at the same time. Self-storage units are particularly useful when embarking on a relocation as they provide an intermediate store for your belongings before settling in your new home. Large appliances such as washing machine, fridge and oven are more prone to damage during a move due to their bulkiness and different parts they come with. Hence, it is crucial to ensure that they are securely put into self-storage.

Two reasons to rent a storage unit before you downsize to a smaller property
If are planning to move to a property that is significantly smaller than your current home, you might want to rent one of the storage units at your local self-storage facility before the moving process begins. Read on to find out why. It can spare you the hassle of repurchasing items in the future If your new house is a lot more compact than the one you are currently living in, you will probably not be able to take all of your possessions with you, as there won't be enough space for them.

Time-saving moving tips
Moving into a new home is an exciting time full of possibilities, but it can also be very stressful, especially when you're struggling to fit moving activities into a busy schedule. To make your house move more efficient, try some of these time-saving strategies.  Reduce before packing Nothing's more frustrating than packing something for your move only to throw it out when you arrive. Before you even start packing, have a clear-out.