10 tips for a stress-free move
Moving house does not have to be stressful. With a little planning and the right crew, moving day can run calmly and without surprises. Here are the ten tips we share most often with our customers in Keratsini and across Attica.
Start early and make a list
Ideally start planning three to four weeks ahead. Write down what will be moved, what will be donated and what will be thrown away. The less you move, the faster and cheaper the job.
Our ten tips
- Book your date early. Weekdays and mid-month dates are quieter than weekends and month-end.
- Ask for an on-site estimate. Volume, truck size and time are calculated properly, with no surprises on price.
- Use proper materials. Sturdy boxes in two sizes, tape, packing paper and bubble wrap for fragile items.
- Do not overfill boxes. Keep each box under 15 to 20 kg, heavy items at the bottom, light on top.
- Label every box. Destination room and contents, on two sides.
- Pack a first-night box. Kitchen roll, chargers, medication, toiletries, a change of clothes.
- Photograph your cables. TV, router and computer are reconnected in minutes.
- Empty fridge and washing machine a day before. They must travel dry and unloaded.
- Tell us about parking and access. A narrow street, no lift or the need for a hoist changes the plan.
- Keep valuables with you. Documents, jewellery and cash travel in your bag, not in the truck.
On moving day
Be at the property before the crew arrives, with boxes sealed and corridors clear. Point out items that need special care. At the new home, a simple plan of where each piece of furniture goes saves a lot of time.
How we can help
Karathanos Trans handles the whole move: packing, furniture disassembly, a hoist where needed, transport and reassembly. Call us on 698 663 5420 for a free estimate or request a quote on the Contact page.