Packing up your entire house for a removal can feel overwhelming, but breaking it down into manageable steps will make the process much smoother. Here are some essential tips to help you pack efficiently and effectively:

1. Start Early and Plan Ahead:

• Don't wait until the last minute! Begin packing non-essential items several weeks or even months before your move.
• Create a packing schedule: Allocate specific days or weekends to tackle different rooms or areas.
• Gather your supplies: You'll need sturdy cardboard boxes (ercan supply, sell or loan you these), packing tape, bubble wrap, packing paper, markers and scissors.  

2. Declutter Ruthlessly:

• The less you pack, the less you have to move! Go through each room and be honest about what you no longer need, use, or love.
• Sort items into three categories: Keep, Donate/Sell, and Bin.
• Dispose of unwanted items responsibly: Donate to charity shops, sell online or at a car boot sale, or take items to the recycling centre.

3. Pack Room by Room:

• Focus on one area at a time to avoid feeling overwhelmed.
• Keep items from each room together and clearly label the boxes with the room name and a brief description of the contents. This will make unpacking much easier.

4. Use the Right Packing Materials:

• Sturdy boxes are crucial - Please contact us on how you can purchase, or rent boxes on loan from us.
• Wrap fragile items individually with bubble wrap or packing paper. For extra protection, place wrapped items inside another layer of padding within the box.
• Use packing paper to fill empty spaces in boxes to prevent items from shifting and breaking.
• Heavy items should go in smaller boxes to make them easier to lift and carry.
• Books should be packed flat to prevent damage to their spines.
• Use soft items like towels, blankets, and linens to wrap delicate objects and fill gaps in boxes.

5. Label Boxes Clearly and Specifically:

• Use a thick marker to write the room name and a brief description of the contents on multiple sides of each box.
• Consider numbering your boxes and keeping a master list of the contents of each numbered box. This can be helpful for insurance purposes and tracking.
• Mark fragile boxes clearly with "FRAGILE" in large letters.
• Designate "Open First" boxes for essential items you'll need immediately upon arrival at your new home (e.g., toiletries, basic kitchen supplies, phone charger, medications).

6. Pack Smartly:

• Take photos of how electronics are connected before disconnecting them to make reassembly easier. Keep cables and accessories together in labelled bags.
• Empty drawers and cabinets unless they are very sturdy and the items inside are lightweight and well-protected.
• Pack a separate "Essentials Box" that you will keep with you during the move. This should include important documents, medications, valuables, phone chargers, snacks, water, and a change of clothes.

7. Double-Check Everything:

• Before sealing a box, ensure it's not too heavy and that the contents are well-protected.
• Use plenty of packing tape to securely seal all seams and flaps of the boxes.

8. Speak to us on the day:

• Inform us of any particularly heavy, fragile, or valuable items that require special handling.
• Clearly mark boxes that should be loaded last (e.g., those containing items you'll need immediately at your new home).

By following these tips and taking your time, you can significantly reduce the stress and chaos associated with packing for a house removal, and using Realise Removals to take the stess away.