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WHY PREPARATION IS KEY TO A STRESS-FREE MOVE

Mark Pinder News 25 May 2020

I think it's safe to say that moving house is widely accepted and acknowledged by most, to be a daunting and extremely stressful experience, with few, relishing the monotonous assault of the endless to-do-list which lies ahead.

By setting some time aside for yourself, and getting everything written down on paper, you'll soon see there's a lot more to do than what you first anticipated. But with some careful planning and preparation you can make moving day seem like a breeze! 

It's quite easy to give yourself a false sense of security, thinking you've got a lot more time than you actually have. But the last thing you want to be doing is frantically rushing about, trying to do everything at the last minute. The old adage rings true here: By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail. Not that you're going to fail at anything here, but you get the gist! By having a firm grip from an operational standpoint, you can save yourself some serious coin (and we all respond well to that!) and some much needed breathing space.  From packing boxes, sorting bills and utilities, to booking a removals company, you've still got a fair bit to do...  so, batten down the hatches it's time to get stuck in! 

CREATE A MOVING CHECKLIST - 

After sorting out energy providers, broadband and all the usual bumph, you can now get stuck into the meatier aspects of the moving process. 

Let's get started:

REMOVAL BOXES

If you're carrying out a self-pack, giving yourself plenty of time and investing in some quality packing materials is a good place to start. It might be tempting to nip down to the local corner shop or supermarket to grab some boxes, but chances are you're going to end up with some shoddy, inferior containers that are well and truly passed their prime. Having quality moving boxes also makes your removal company's life easier too. They won't have to struggle trying to stack open bags or deal with weakened boxes which are likely to tear and spill their contents over the removals van whilst in transit. 

You can find a range of moving kits here for every type of relocation. Remember to label all boxes and tape shut. Be careful not to overload them, think of your poor movers backs. We will provide tips on how to pack the perfect box in future blog posts. 

DISMANTLE FURNITURE

Wardrobes, beds, tables, and other large pieces of furniture may need to be dismantled prior to moving day (even more so if you live in a house). Not only will this assist your removals company of choice, greatly, it will also save you a few extra quid!  Place screws, nuts and bolts into freezer or sandwich bags and attach it to the relevant furniture with strong tape. Or better still, keep them in your possession (just remember to mark them!). 

WHITE GOODS

Getting your kitchen appliances ready for transit is probably one of the last tasks you're going to complete. Making sure your fridge-freezer and washing machine are void of any water is paramount to a smoother move (trying to contend with a paddling pool on the back of the removals van is no fun!) So, winding down the food in your fridge-freezer a week or two before moving day is the ideal thing to do (ordering a few cheeky takeaways is allowed under these particular circumstances). Disconnect the washing machine and drain any excess water as best you can. Secure pipes and plugs to the machines with electrical tape.

The other household appliance that's going to require disconnection, is your oven. Whether it's gas or electric, you can find some useful online tutorials to help you along the way. If you're still not sure, seek some professional advice. 

By tackling these tasks in bite-sized chunks, you'll be shocked at how much easier moving day will flow, and how much extra cash you'll save in the process. 

BOOK A REMOVALS COMPANY -

Move My Stuff are a professional Man and Van removals company based in Lowestoft, Suffolk. Our team can help with all your removals, packing, dismantling and storage requirements. We offer cost-effective hourly and day rates for moves carried out within Suffolk and Norfolk, and fixed prices for moves going further afield. If you need some friendly advice please contact - Mark direct on 07811140064 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. - we're always happy to answer any questions you might have. 

 


 

 

MOVE MY STUFF - THE EAST COAST'S PREMIER MAN AND VAN REMOVALS COMPANY

Mark Pinder News 10 May 2020

If you're in the process of planning your next move, it's always a good rule of thumb to have a rough gauge of how many possessions you have to relocate. With this estimated amount of boxes, furniture and white goods in mind, you can then start looking at a suitable removals service to fit your requirements. However, if you feel a bit overwhelmed with the whole process and you're uncertain about where to start, you can personally call me and I will advise you of where to begin.  

Also, now is a great opportunity to get rid of any unwanted stuff and pieces of furniture that have now become surplus to requirements. Your pocket will thank you for it as you won't have to pay for unnecessary stuff to be loaded and hauled to your new address. 

Removals Lowestoft - Affordable and reliable Man and Van services

Move My Stuff is a Lowestoft removals company based not too far away from Ness Point (3 and a bit miles if you want exactitude), Britain's most easterly location. You can often see us navigating the town's challenging road system (which is no mean feat in itself) bouncing back and forth from places such as Kessingland, Oulton Broad and Gunton when we're on our local removals duties. With this unique base of operations, we're also in prime position to serve the adjoining town of Great Yarmouth and its surrounding villages such as Hopton, Bradwell and Caister to name but a few. 

You can also see us traversing the A47 moving families and individuals up to Norwich and other parts of Norfolk. 

Move My Stuff - Man & Van Company - Flexibility is the watchword -

Should you have a demanding job which requires you to work long and unsociable hours, we will always try our best to accommodate your needs and work around your schedule. So, if you need us on a particular time and day due to work or family commitments we will do our utmost to meet your requirements and provide the service that you deserve. This is why we are operational seven days a week - so booking your home removal with us shouldn't present any problem at all, should you be restricted by particular times and dates. 

Can-do attitude as standard

All Man & Van bookings come complete with a 3.5 tonne Luton van (with tail lift) and a two man crew - all necessary tools and equipment is carried on the vans, which include covers and removal blankets for protection and tool kits, should any dismantling be required. You can book our crews for £60.00 per hour (2 hr min. charge applies) - the hourly rate is most suitable for smaller homes (1-2-bed) or fewer items of furniture. Day rates are applied to larger homes (2-3-bed and up) and are charged at £450.00 for an 8 hour day with the option of bolting on anymore time should the need to do so arise. 

Price transparency and good old fashioned customer service is our ethos and it's what we pride ourselves on. 

If you would like any advice about what type of removals service is most suitable for you, or maybe you have some questions regarding preparation for moving day - please feel free to contact Mark direct on 07811140064 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. - I'm always happy to answer any questions or queries you might have. 

 

 

 

 

 

MOVING IN LOWESTOFT?

Mark Pinder News 01 April 2020

REMOVAL COMPANIES LOWESTOFT 

After careful deliberation, you've chosen not to move too far away from your current address. Having viewed properties throughout Suffolk, and even breaching county lines by crossing the imaginary border into Norfolk, you've carefully casted a wistful eye upon the outliers of Great Yarmouth, such as, Caister, Bradwell, Belton and Hopton, as you go - but nothing seems to have quite the same appeal as your hometown.

With all of this in mind, you've come to the conclusion that Oulton Broad in Lowestoft, will be your suburb of choice. 

Let's say, you're currently residing in Pakefield, and you've found an attractive property on Tubby Walk, in Oulton. With its leafy, suburban setting, modern design and cost-efficiency, it's hard not to resist its magnetic charm. That short journey across town, is going to take roughly 15 minutes (even if you factor in the dreaded Bascule Bridge) and stands at around 4.3 miles from end to end. 

Now, moving out of a two bedroom cottage and travelling such a short distance, is not going to require an oversized transporter.

So, what are your options? 

LOWESTOFT'S MAN AND VAN REMOVALS COMPANY - MOVE MY STUFF

Move My Stuff is a Lowestoft removals company that provides cost-effective man and van services - the perfect solution for moving locally. If, flexibility and affordability is what you're after, then this type of removals service has got it in spades.

Every booking comes with a Luton sized van (complete with tail lift) and two expert team members (who have negotiated every angle imaginable) - so you're in safe hands! The vans are equipped with all moving essentials to make sure your goods are protected in transit, this includes, furniture covers, removal blankets and webbing ties to fasten goods into place - there's also a sack barrow to assist with those extra heavy items. 

How much does the service cost? 

We offer two types of pricing depending on the size and type of your relocation.

Hourly rate

The hourly rate is best suited to rental or smaller properties which have fewer items to move. You may just want the bulky, heavy items to be shifted from A to B but don't feel confident enough to drive the vehicle or handle the furniture yourself (after all, it is back-breaking work). Whatever the reason, our Man and Van teams can take care of it for you. 

Day rate

The day rate is applied to those larger properties (three-bed and up) or where legal restrictions apply. This is charged at a flat rate of 8 hours - so is ideal, should your move require an extra run. You can also add extra time, should your move need it. 

You can find our charges here for both our hourly and day rate man and van removals services. 

If you have a move in Lowestoft coming up and would like some advice on what type of removals service is going to be the most suitable for you - contact Mark direct on 07811140064 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. - we're always happy to take any questions you might have.

 

 

FLEXIBLE HOURLY RATES FOR MOVING SMALLER HOMES - MOVE MY STUFF

Mark Pinder News 19 March 2020

MAN AND VAN REMOVALS LOWESTOFT

After having that swanky, new two bed apartment overlooking the River Wensum in Norwich, set firmly in your sights for some time, you're now in the enviable position of  making your dreams become a reality. With your quaint cottage nestled near The Broads in Lowestoft, successfully in the process of being sold for the desired price, you can now consider your next move.

With a moving date nearly in the bag, now is the time for you to look for a reliable removals service.

But, after having a successful declutter with the now defunct garden furniture and other unwanted bits and bobs, you've now got considerably less stuff that you have to transport to your new dwelling.  

So, what type of removals service do you require? 

MOVE MY STUFF - THE EAST COAST'S AFFORDABLE MAN & VAN REMOVALS SERVICE -

Our Man and Van service charges by the hour for smaller moves, so is the ideal relocation package for those of you moving from a one-bed or two-bed house or apartment. Even if you live in a larger property, and have fewer possessions, our hourly rate option might still be the most cost-effective for you, especially if you're moving locally. 

Smaller moves, need smaller vehicles

Our Man and Van vehicles are perfectly suited for town, city and rural relocations. With their innate ability to turn on a sixpence, they can manage and easily navigate, heavily congested city areas. So, traversing down a side road in order to find a quicker route pose no problem at all for these bastions of the removals industry. Going off grid is a cakewalk too, tackling rugged, narrow country lanes with aplomb - unlike their larger counterparts.

Our Luton vans come equipped with all moving essentials, ranging from removal blankets and padded sofa covers for extra protection, webbing ties to secure and fasten your furniture into place and also a sack barrow to assist with those heavier items and rough terrain. They also have a tail lift for hoisting those bulky items of furniture (we also cheat and use them for your appliances, too). 

Cost-efficiency as standard 

A two man crew comes as standard with all of Move My Stuff''s man and van bookings. This ensures that all furniture and appliances is handled in the correct manner. What's more, you can manage your move from the sidelines, instructing us along the way, making sure things are put in their correct position.   

You can book our man and van crews for £60 per hour (2 hour minimum charge applies) this includes a Luton van (with tail lift) and a two man removals team.  

If you're moving from a two-bed house or apartment, or anything smaller, either from or to Lowestoft, Great Yarmouth or Norwich, then our small home removals package could be just what you're looking for. 

If you have any questions or would like some advice on what relocation package is the most suitable for you - please call or text Mark direct on 07811140064 or email us on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. - we're always happy to help.  

 

 

 

 

 

BEWARE THE BOGEY-VAN - TIPS ON AVOIDING THE MOVING SCAM

Mark Pinder News 07 March 2020

You may or may not be aware that Stephen King's, The Outsider is drawing to its conclusion over on Sky Atlantic. The premise of the story follows a shapeshifting entity called 'El Coco' a mythical bogeyman that preys on unsuspecting individuals in order to get stronger and grow. This shadowy figure of the occult was also depicted in a painting by Francisco Goya back in 1799.

Now, this Lowestoft removals company isn't here to tell you about what new season to binge watch or legendary artists from the 19th century. 

Far from it. 

We're talking about another sinister force at work, and this is no urban myth - The Home Removal Scam.

AVOIDING THE BOGUS REMOVAL COMPANY -

The removals industry on the whole is full of removal companies trying to provide a trustworthy and professional service, with staff who are intent on making sure your relocation goes as smooth and as stress free as possible. Unfortunately though, like every industry, there are shady individuals lurking in the shadows.

With horror stories ranging from complete no-shows, customers being held to ransom for more money (price hike), to what must be the worst case of all to date - a young couple having the entire contents of their home stolen by an unscrupulous 'removals company' they found on Facebook (they even stole the baby's toys!} - just when you thought it couldn't get much lower! 

Whilst they're not total red flags if a company has or has not got them - here's a few things you should look for when you're searching for a reputable removals service provider: 

Have they got a website?

Most if not all reputable removal companies will have invested in a company website. While this might seem like a complete no-brainer, in this digital age, it's always a good place to start. By visiting this you can get as much information as possible. Make sure you read all relevant content on, services offered, prices (if displayed) and contact pages - which should include numbers. Company address is also something else you should look out for (this can usually be found on the footer of the homepage). By having a solid and updated online presence, it cements the company's legitimacy. 

Facebook page only

Now, this one is not a total red flag, as many legit operators trade only from a Facebook page. But, why would any burgeoning removals company or business for that fact, not want to have a piece of their own internet real estate? (excuse the Americanism). Social media pages lack the credibility and uniqueness a polished and personalised website can offer - they also don't  provide the same perceived value (social media marketing should only run in conjunction with your website, and not be your primary focus). 

You might attracted by a regularly updated page with a gazillion likes and glowing five star reviews across the board - but remember, likes and reviews can be bought! So, make sure you tread carefully and do your research.  

Online reviews

Every removal company worth its salt will want to nail the 'perfect move' each and every time - but movers are not machines and certain issues on moving day may throw up certain curveballs, and try as they might to resolve these issues, not every customer is going to be totally satisfied. So, if you see nothing but a multitude of 5 star reviews, proceed with suspicion. No moving company is infallible. 

Pricing

Don't be lured in by the company that quotes a ridiculously low price just to win your business - however tempting it might be. The original price quoted can quickly escalate come moving day (known as the price hiking scam). So, if you get quotes saying they can move your three bed home for £200 - alarms bells should well and truly be ringing! Get your removal company of choice to make sure they guide you through their pricing structure. This could range from a fixed price, day or hourly rate - just make sure you get everything written down and confirmed by the removal company. 

This is just a few hints and tips that you should pay particular attention to when you think about booking a prospective removals company - we hope it provides you with a bit more knowledge.

And remember, beware the 'El Coco'!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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  2. HOW DO YOU PACK A REMOVALS VAN?
  3. PREPARING FOR YOUR HOUSE MOVE
  4. USING A MAN AND VAN COMPANY FOR AFFORDABLE REMOVALS

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