Avoid These Common Mistakes on Moving Day

If you have been reading our blog since the early days then you know moving can be a stressful experience. Or perhaps you have moved homes once or twice yourself and know first hand what we are talking about.

Below are a few things to keep in mind to keep those stress levels right down.

Don’t Leave Everything to Late!

Procrastination is a killer and you know what we are talking about.

Every soul on the planet is guilty of it. Don’t do it! It’s tempting to say you will deal with planning your move tomorrow and then repeat the same thing a week later but if you are not organised on moving day things will be a mess.

If possible start planning your move one month in advance. 2 weeks is the absolute latest you should be planning the move if you are really busy and pressed for time.

This means you should start packing one month before you plan on moving. This way you can slowly segment your move instead of cramming everything the day before moving.

DIY Is Not For Everyone

DIY moving is an option but it’s not for everyone. It’s actually not as cheap as you think it’s going to be as there are always several added costs that will come up like extra fuel and movers insurance. This is especially true if you are moving across the country.

It’s always better the hire a moving company that does full service moving. For example removals Swindon or at least go for a man and a van option. Unless of course your day job is in the transport industry already and you know you are going to have everything covered.

Don’t Forget Your Moving Day Survival Kit

When you move into your home you are going to have something like 100 boxes that are all taped up. It is foolish to try to rummage through everything to find things like your toiletries or your phone charger.

It’s much better to plan to pack a box or two that is going to have the first few days worth of essentials that you will need. Such as toiletries, electronics, maybe some kitchen equipment and utensils, makeup for the ladies and a week’s worth of clothes.

This way you know if you need something on the first or second day in your new home it’s going to be in your survival box. If you stick to these tips you will make your move much smoother!

You can also watch this video for some bonus moving house tips.

 

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The Trucking Industry and the Changing Face of Urban Transportation

Never in recent history have we seen the world developing at such a rapid pace. With new social movements and changes in political agendas, all industries are being impacted in some way.

The trucking industry is certainly a space that will be seeing significant changes coming into force in the coming years as a result of the changing face of urban transport. In this article, we explore the changing what this means.

Pollution

The control and reduction of pollution plays a big part both in social pressures and political targets in the UK. Plans to reach these targets have placed a particular emphasis on the reduction of pollution from the transportation industry.

The UK Government have set out an ambitious plan to reach net-zero emissions by 2050. However, with only 0.5% of all vehicles on the road being ultra-low emission as of 2018, there is still a long way to go to reach this target.

The reduction of transportation where possible, as well as the increase in renewable fuels and ultra-low emission vehicles, will become increasingly important in achieving the UK’s goal by 2050. Also, we may see a rise in the popularity of the used vehicle market such as those supplied by MHF UK, as new efficient vehicles become more expensive and the pollution offset in reducing the production of new vehicles comes into play.

Although this could be a significant change, it is likely to be a positive one, ultimately saving transportation businesses costs and making the roads less busy.

Pedestrians & Cycling

Cyclists can cause a serious hazard and risk for trucks on the road. As people move towards cutting their carbon footprint, we are seeing more bikes on the road.

However, as the Government updates the infrastructure of the UK in pursuit of emission targets, they are also likely to focus on creating better networks for transportation beyond cars, such as safe walkways and cycle paths.

Although initially, this may be a negative thing for truck drivers, eventually this will have a positive impact on the transportation industry, leading to fewer cars being on the road. It will also lead to the development of a safe system for cyclist and pedestrians to get around, meaning less risk and traffic as a result of them using highways.

City Centre Traffic Bans

Many city centres including Bristol, Brighton, York, Birmingham and Bath are already looking to ban traffic as a way to eliminate congestion.

Of course, this will result in many challenges for the transportation industry, namely issues with accessibility. However, this will likely be considered by local councils when it comes to the needs of local businesses.

Traffic bans in city centres will bring around positive change for most in the transport industry. We will see an increase in investment in the road infrastructure that surrounds cities and a reduction in overall traffic, ultimately making it more efficient for transportation in those areas.

Public Transport

The government recently announced that they will be spending £5 billion on public transport over the next five years. This is due to a focus on updating current vehicles like buses to more environmentally friendly options, as well as a move to try and cut congestion in the busiest cities around the UK.

Ultimately this is going to help clear roads and make transportation easier for those on crucial journeys such as those within the transportation industry.

 

Urban transportation is undergoing a period of change. Many of these changes are going to have a large impact on the transportation industry, some positive and some negative. Businesses that understand and plan for these changes are likely to position themselves to benefit from them the most in the future.

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Top Tips for Moving a Mattress

High quality mattresses can make all the difference when it comes to a good sleeping experience.  A high quality mattress can help you feel well-rested, pain-free and refreshed the next morning.  However, mattresses can be expensive, so most people will choose to move their mattresses instead of buying a new one when relocating.  The problem arises when you need to go about moving the mattress.  This article will provide some information and top tips for moving a mattress.

Before you begin to move the mattress, it is essential that you assess the condition of the bed accessory and determine if it is worth the move.  This early assessment can save a lot of effort, time and money.  If you feel the mattress has served its purpose and needs to be changed, then it may not be worthwhile moving the item.  If, however, you are satisfied that the mattress needs to be moved then there are steps to be followed.

What Are the Different Mattress Packing Tips?

Without a doubt, the simplest means of moving a mattress and transporting it to a new residence is by hiring professional movers.  Professional packers and movers will not only move the mattress, but they can move the bed as well.  This being said, the services of a professional moving company can be costly.  It may not be as expensive as one may think, but it is more expensive than using a DIY approach.  If you choose to move the mattress independently, it is recommended that you use a mattress cover.  This piece of packing material will make all the difference when relocating and transporting a mattress.

Mattress covers are available in different forms, but the plastic mattress cover is most beneficial as it protects the item from dust, dirt, water, moisture and other damage.  The protector is widely available and affordable costing approximately $10 from a home depot store.  Durable mattress covers can also be ordered online if you are willing to wait for its delivery.

If you do not have time to search for and purchase a plastic mattress protector, then you should consider using furniture blankets.  Cover the mattress completely using the blankets, then secure the blankets using rope, twine or packing tape.

What Are the Mattress Moving Tips?

Here are five tips to help you move your mattress.

#1:  Using the Correct Moving Vehicle

Once you have adequately prepared the mattress for moving, it is time to relocate the item.  As long as you have the correct moving vehicle, the task is not very challenging.  It comes as no surprise that the most significant part of the moving vehicle is to have enough space to accommodate the large bed accessory.  If you own or can rent a pick-up truck, then you should not have problems fitting a standard-sized mattress in the vehicle.  If you are using a large SUV, then it is possible to fit the mattress by putting the seats of the car down or folding the mattress in half.  A moving truck is the ideal moving vehicle as you can definitely fit any size mattress in this type of automobile.

#2:  Asking Friends for Assistance

It is important to remember that moving a mattress requires more than one pair of hands.  This is because mattresses are very heavy and too large to be handled safely by a single person.  If you have decided not to hire professional movers, then it is advised that you ask friends for assistance in moving the mattress.  Be sure you ask for help from at least two other people.

#3:  Clearing an Exit Route

Before moving the mattress, it is recommended that you inspect the exit route from your bedroom where the mattress is packed to the moving vehicle.  This will help assure the path is clear of obstacles that could damage the mattress or cause injury.

#4:  Carrying the Mattress To The Vehicle

When carrying the mattress to the vehicle, it is advised that the item is placed on its longer side with a moving strap under the corners.  If the mattress has handles, it is possible to use these handles instead of straps.  You and your helpers should lift the mattress at the same time to ensure the weight is evenly distributed.  Even distribution of weight is essential to remain balanced, so you will need to move slowly in the direction of the moving vehicle.

#5:  Loading the Mattress

Using all of the manpower you have, load the protected mattress onto the moving vehicle securing it with rope to immobilize it.  Gel and memory foam mattresses should be transported flat to avoid any damage to the item.

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Tips And Tricks for Unpacking after your House Relocation

The process of house relocation, or moving from one home to another, can be quite stressful. It means packing everything up from one home and physically transporting it all to your new one. That’s also on top of wrapping things up at your old home and finding a new one. If you’re selling a previous home and buying the new one, there’s a world of work that goes into all of that as well, and even if you’re just going from one rental to the next, you have to leave your previous rental by the end of the lease and make sure you have a new home lined up in time. It can even get more complicated if you’re leaving a rental for a mortgage and home you bought, or vice-versa.

Once it’s all said and done, you think you’d be quite relieved to be living in your new home, but you have to unpack it all once your house and family are relocated. Fortunately, there are a number of tips and tricks to make this go smoothly.

You may be exhausted by this point and no longer able to really think big. However, you can actually use that to your advantage. Once you’re in your new home, you’re not likely to really be under the gun in terms of deadlines looming over you or hanging over your head. That means you can pace yourself and take things in phases, breaking down the whole process of unpacking into manageable steps.

First of all, if it’s possible, avoid moving into any rooms or portions of the home that you want to do immediate upgrades, improvements, or renovations too. All that work is a lot easier to get done before you unpack.

Secondly, you might want to look into renting a storage unit or even getting a portable storage unit to put in your driveway or yard for a while where you keep as many things as you can for a while. Long-term storage items and things like seasonal decorations or lawn and yard equipment are probably things that can just wait until you need them.

Third, try and set up two rooms in the home for the unpacking process. One will be for storing boxes, and the second will be a staging area for going through things. So that you and your family can start living, try and do this in rooms you might not need immediately, like a guest room, office, or formal dining room. Just get used to eating around the TV for a while and using the laptop from the kitchen table or counter.

Fourth, set up the kitchen first and foremost. Everyone has to eat, and you’ll all need to stay fueled up as you settle in. Eating out, or getting carry out and delivery might work for a while, but this is the one room where you can start your new routine as a family. Bathrooms and bedrooms come next, as everyone can settle into their own spaces and unpack their own things.

Once you get through all this, your unpacking won’t be all done, and you might even have most of it ahead of you still, but you’ll have broken the ice on it enough that there will be momentum and enough breathing room to get the rest done.

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Moving Houses with Pets

It’s estimated that more homes have pets than don’t, and when it comes time to move houses, you need to take your animal family members with you, along with all their things. However, you should realise that they’re not going to understand what’s going on. All they’ll see is their familiar environment and surroundings being packed up and dismantled, and that stress can cause them to do funny things. Keep reading to learn tips about moving houses with your pets.

If you have dogs and cats, which are very common pets, you should know that they respond very differently to family relocations. Dogs are very social creatures, and the more time and attention you give them, the better they will adjust to new surroundings, especially if they know you are not going to leave them. Cats, on the other hand, put more emphasis on their surroundings, so they don’t change as quickly. A formerly independent cat might get unusually affectionate and even clingy. On the flip side, a cat that is typically demonstrative might suddenly get reclusive.

When everything is getting packed up, get your animals into crates or carriers, or just confine them to a specific room. Leave them there until everything is packed up and ready to go, but have someone look over them if need be.

Make sure that during the vehicle transit that they are comfortable. A favourite blanket or toy can help them out, and their carriers need to have proper ventilation. Don’t just pack them in with all the boxes.

If your transit is going to mean staying somewhere overnight, be sure you’re staying someplace pet-friendly. Never take a chain’s word on it. Call the specific hotel you’re staying at to make sure. Also, make sure the rooms don’t have hazards for your pets or potential for their escape.

An overnight kit that you can get to easily is a great thing to pack, including food, litter, grooming tools, and toys. If you can, bottle up several gallons of water from your old home. The consistency of water changes from place to place, and while you might not notice it, the familiar taste can make things easier on your pet.

If you will be moving far enough to have to change vets, be sure to get in touch with your old one. You’ll need to take prescription medicines and records with you. You might even be able to get a recommendation for a new vet after you move.

If you’re moving with fish, then you need to know that they respond quite strongly to stress. Moving homes can prove traumatising to them, if not outright fatal. Try and transport them in their old tank water with the right supplies for a short distance. A long haul might just mean giving them to a local friend and getting new fish once you arrive.

Guinea pigs are another animal known to suffer badly from any sudden changes or getting jostled around. They have particularly susceptible hearts, so be careful with them. Transport them in a small carrier that is warm and comfortable.

If you’re moving with birds in particular, then you should know that moving day is a risky time to fly the coop. If you’re one of those owners that love telling friends that your bird has never flown away from your shoulder, then your complacency might cost you. Birds are like many other pets in how jittery they get about change, so even if your parrot resists the idea of being caged, do it anyway on moving day.

If it all possible, just have your pets stay with someone they already know and trust while you move. Bring them to your new home once you’re done and unpacked, so they can just skip all the stress and trauma of the process. It can make the adjustment much easier for them if done right. When done wrong, the moving process can be quite dangerous for pets, and you might even lose them, which is certainly something you never want to see happen.

If you are moving into a place that you are going to let instead of own, make sure you can even have pets there legally.

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Packing Fragile Items for your House Move

Moving is a huge undertaking and it can be very time-consuming. If you have fragile items that need to be packed these packing tips can help you to get your fragile items safely from your current home to your new home.

Choose Quality Sturdy Boxes

Always start with a good quality sturdy box for your packing needs. A box that is breaking down on the sides and made of thin cardboard isn’t going to offer your fragile goods a sturdy packing container. Thick cardboard boxes are important to the survival of your fragile items. Make sure that the boxes have a sturdy lid to go along with them.

Choose Quality Packaging Supplies

Use a good bubble wrap for your packaging. You can also use plain newsprint (printed newsprint sometimes will transfer the print onto your fragile items) and you can use packing peanuts. Acid-free papers are also good for packing fragile items. You’ll want to have plenty of this on hand so make sure to stock up before you begin packing. You don’t want to have to stop while you’re in the mode to pack and run to the store for more. You may also wish to check with stores that get liquor and see if you can get some of the inserts that the liquor bottle come in (cardboard dividers) or make your own. These are ideal for packing glasses, vases, and taller fragile items.

Choose Dish Boxes For Packing Dishes

Moving companies offer a myriad of different boxes for sale. Choose their specialized boxes for your dishes You can use these for plates and other items. Be sure to wrap plates in bubble wrap and take care to not allow anything to bang together. You may wish to add in some packing peanuts as well to ensure that your plates never have the chance of touching and breaking. You can use your dish linens to add some additional padding in between your dishware. Tuck dishcloths, pot holders, dish towels and tablecloths in between the already padded bubble wrap dishes.

Protect The Stems Of Glassware

Champagne and wine glasses require more padding than you may think. Be sure to wrap some bubble wrap around each stem and finish this by wrapping the entire champagne or wine glass with even more bubble wrap. Secure the bubble wrap with some crumpled paper and you may wish to add some masking tape to that to hold it securely on your stemware. After you’ve wrapped it well, tuck it gently into a divider from a liquor store or some cardboard dividers so that it won’t dislodge or clang together. Add in some packing materials such as packing peanuts or shredded paper to help pad it even more.

Don’t Hesitate To Disassemble

Take the time to remove lampshades and other components. Remove light bulbs as well. Wrap the cords around the lamp overlapping it and then secure the cords to the lamp itself. Follow this up with some packaging paper and finally with some bubble wrap. Make sure that you’re securing every layer separately so that if one layer becomes dislodged you still have the next one protecting your precious fragile items. Pack all of this into a sturdy box and secure the lid well. Be sure to mark the box as fragile.

Pack Fragile Items Early

Pack fragile items early so that you’re not scrambling to pack them at the last minute. This way, you’ll avoid any risk of being in too much of a hurry and damaging anything that is fragile. It’s never too early to begin packing. The sooner you begin, the easier the move is going to be.

Move Carefully

Don’t be in a rush to load items into the moving vehicle. Make sure that lids are secured and those fragile items are placed where they can’t fall over or become banged up. Taking care while loading and unloading will be the final steps to the survival of your fragile items.

Following these tips for packing and moving fragile items will go far in helping you to keep from breaking any of your items while you’re moving. All it takes are a few easy steps and your fragile items will be safe and sound upon their arrival at your new destination.

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Moving In Summer Vs Winter

If you plan on moving eventually, then you might be wondering which time of year is the best to move. Is it summer? Or is it winter? You might have heard that the winter has slightly lower rates in terms of renting a van, truck, or lorry. However, each season as difficulties that you might encounter.

The peak moving season for many households typically runs from late spring until early fall. However, prices might be higher for the services and things you need. However, don’t base your decision entirely on saving money. Other primary factors going into cost include the distance traversed, storage requirements and needs, and how much weight is being hauled.

Wintertime is usually slower, which can mean savings of up to 15 percent, although the holidays might see a slight peak. Two downsides to the winter include it getting darker so much earlier and the weather. Travel plans can get interrupted, and the available daylight might mean a work crew has to split their labour over two days instead of one, which can run up your costs.

You also need to consider the nature of the items that you are going to move. If you have antiques, items with or made of glass, and musical instruments, or any other fragile items. They’re going to fare better in the warmth of summer. There will also be much less chance of anyone moving crates or boxes of slipping on ice or snow. Many movers will take great effort to protect your things from temperature changes, but cargo areas of vehicles are rarely environmentally controlled, and so the climate can affect your sensitive possessions. Ultimetly the choice is yours, if you’re moving in summer or winter, both have pros and cons.

Summer is a more popular time for many to move, because it might be easier to get time off from work and kids might be out of school. The warm temperatures and long hours of daylight also just make it physically easier and safer to move, as compared to the potential for treacherous weather in the middle of winter.

Still, since many are moving, it can be more expensive to get packing supplies and hire vehicles and labour to help you out.

Whether you let or own can make a difference about when it’s better to move. Summer and heading into the fall is the peak season for selling homes, so it’s more likely you’d get a better price, find more potential buyers, make your sale, and then have to move.

One thing you can do to save money in either season is to try and move around the middle of the month. Many families moving with children that are moving do so at the beginning or end of a month, so it can be cheaper if you’re not competing with them. For that matter, try and move during the middle of the week to make things even better, considering how many try and target the weekends.

So, the decision of which season to move really boils down to what flexibility you have and what factors are important to you. If you can move during the winter over the summer, you’re likely to save up to 15 per cent off the season alone, and even more, if you move on weekdays near the middle of the month.

The downsides of winter are going to be the cold temperatures affecting your sensitive or fragile possessions, wet ground putting people in jeopardy, and short days and inclement weather meaning you need a labour crew for extra days.

Summer means competing with the crowds that are also moving, and prices are higher. Having said that, the days are much longer, and you’re far more likely to get a better offer for your home if you are selling your previous residence.

Whenever you wind up moving, try and do as much as you can ahead of time, including packing things up as much as you can on your own, getting rid of anything that doesn’t need to move with you, and possibly carrying what you can in your own vehicles to minimise the services and assistance you need from professionals.

Having said all that, rain or shine, warm or cold, best of luck to you in your new home and congratulations, regardless of what time of year it is!

And it does not matter when you move. You still need to make sure you have a solid packing guide to go by and a good moving checklist.

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Delivery Tracking

Benefits Of Delivery Tracking

By implementing and utilising technology solutions, you will be able to optimise your business in a variety of ways. The use of mapping websites and GPS mobile devices can enhance your delivery tracking and offer you many benefits. Below, we will be going over some of the clear benefits of delivery tracking for your business.

Benefits Of Delivery Tracking:

1. More Efficiency

The main benefit that you are going to be able to enjoy when you invest in delivery tracking for your business is greater efficiency. You will be able to utilise various tools that can help to automatic various aspects of your business which is going to prevent all kinds of issues that you might have without it. Along with this, you are going to be able to streamline everything involving your business systems ranging from purchase order systems to everything else.

2. Spot Potential Issues

Another benefit that you are going to be able to enjoy when you implement this type of tracking into your business would have to be the ability to spot potential issues. Due to the ability to utilise automation and tracking in your business processes, you are going to be able to see where the broken links are in your entire chain of supply and it is going to allow you to effectively spot potential issues that you might be having prior to even having them. This can end up saving you money by allowing you to correct instances where your supply or delivery chain might be broken.

3. Fewer Lost Packages and Wasted Time Responding To Requests

Another big benefit that you are going to be able to get as a business is the ability to have many fewer lost package requests. Because you are going to have tracking, it is going to allow your customers to be able to see packages as they travel and you will be able to identify where they are during their journey. This is going to end up saving you a lot of money and a lot of time.

4. Competition

Another big benefit that you are going to be able to get by investing in your own delivery tracking solutions is the ability to keep up with your competition. By being able to keep pace with your competition, it is going to allow you to maximise your ability to compete in the marketplace. You don’t want your competition having an advantage when it comes to any aspect of your business. Because an increasing number of customers are shopping online, you particularly don’t want them getting an advantage over you when it comes to package tracking.

5. More Effective Troubleshooting

Another benefit that you will be able to get from making this sort of investment is the ability to much more effectively troubleshoot any issues that you have or come across within your organisation. Because you are going to be able to do everything from rerouting deliveries and track various logs, it will enable you to deploy much more effective troubleshooting procedures.

Overall, there are so many different benefits that you will be able to get when you make the investment in delivery tracking. It is going to allow you to sustain pace with your competition as they are likely already investing heavily into it. Along with this, it will allow you to save money by optimising your processes and by being able to better handle all of your delivery questions and requests. By making the investment, you will be able to maximise the benefits that you are able to get from getting complete automation and better end-to-end efficiency throughout your entire organisation.

Overall, there is a lot that you are going to be able to gain when you make the investment in delivery tracking solutions. You will be able to increase the rate at which you are able to track deliveries and the effectiveness at which you are able to do it. You are also going to be able to correct issues that you might be able to spot in your supply chain that can save you a lot of money. Making the investment in delivery tracking is one of the best investments you can make.

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Recycled Packaging

Tips To Make Shipping Parcels Environmentally Friendly

If you’re looking for ways to make your shipping parcels environmentally friendly, you have come to the right place. In this article, we are going to discuss several ways to lessen the environmental impact of shipping packages. There are several advantages of making your shipping parcels more environmentally friendly as it will not only lead to lower costs for your business but you are likely to gain new customers as many consumers these days want to engage with businesses that take an environmentally friendly approach in their business processes. Here is a list of some of the ideas to help you keep the earth green when shipping parcels.

Recycled Products

One of the best ways to make your shipping parcels environmentally friendly is to use recycled content. There are several certification agencies that provide certification for recycled products. You can get more information on these agencies as well as the logos used by them for marking products that have been made using recycled content by searching online on your favourite search engine. It is important to keep in mind that while recycled content is more environmentally friendly, it does come at a higher cost as compared to the regular shipping materials.

Thanks to the increase in awareness about materials that are not environmentally friendly, there are a number of options available in the market to make your shipping parcels better for the environment. One of the most common filling materials used in shipping parcels is Styrofoam. It’s an extremely useful material as it protects the products inside the box against heat, cold, drops as well as bumps but it is not environmentally friendly.

It is a petroleum-based product which means it is non-sustainable and you should also know that the manufacturing process leads to a generation of a lot of waste. Thankfully, there are several other options available today. One of the options include corrugated inserts and there are also some biodegradable materials available in the market at an affordable price.

Volume and Size of Your Packaging

You should also seriously think about reducing the volume and size of your packaging. It has several advantages. One of the biggest advantages is that you will use fewer materials and you will also save some money on shipping costs as it will take up less space on a truck or a plane which will also help in improving your carbon footprint. Needless to say, it will add to the bottom line of your business.

It doesn’t matter what materials you use, there is always going to be somewhat of an environmental footprint of the materials you use for shipping parcels. Thankfully, there are options available today to help you offset the carbon footprint. There are many companies that can help you with that.

When it comes to making your shipping parcels more environmentally friendly, you should also carefully think about the fuel costs of shipping a package from one place to another. Try to make the process as efficient as possible in order to reduce your carbon footprint as much as possible.

These are only some of the ways to help you reduce your carbon footprint when shipping parcels. However, the best way to reduce your carbon footprint and make your overall business environmentally friendly, you need to take a hard look at all the business processes. This will help in identifying processes with scope of improvement to reduce your carbon footprint.

Keep in mind that making your business environmentally friendly will cost you some money initially but you are also likely to gain more new customers if you use this aspect in your marketing. The consumer of today is environmentally conscious and many brands have taken advantage of this by consistently advertising this part to corner a bigger share of the market.

Overall, it can be said that making your overall business environmentally friendly should be seen more of as an investment in your future instead of just looking at it as an additional cost of doing business. While some of these options may seem expensive today but it will reap you rich rewards in the near future. So, do your research and start looking for materials that have lower carbon footprint as compared to the materials you are using currently in order to make your shipping process more environmentally friendly.

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7 Helpful Moving Tips For Seniors

Moving is stressful enough for anyone, but it’s particularly difficult for seniors. There is a lot of stuff involved with moving, but there are a few tips seniors can keep in mind that can help them. Below are a few moving tips for seniors.

1. Create A Plan Of Action

You’ll want to create a plan of action before doing anything, which will involve deciding how much of the move you’ll handle yourself and whether or not you’ll hire a moving company to help with certain aspects of the move. Decide if any items you own will be put into storage and make a list of things that have to be done and when they should be done. A written out timeline from now to your moving date will come in handy.

2. Break Everything Down Into Smaller Tasks

Tackling large tasks on a daily basis or trying to do everything in a single day or weekend can make things even more overwhelming. Instead, break everything down into smaller tasks and split single large tasks into 2-3 tasks that you can do over the course of a few days. As a general rule of thumb, you should give yourself 4-8 weeks to complete all of your tasks or as long as necessary. The bottom line is doing a little something daily will eventually add up over time.

3. Visit The Property

Make sure you actually visit the property you plan on moving too, even if it’s a retirement community, assistant care community, apartment, condo or anything for that matter. You want to have a feel for the place, the location and the nearby attractions and neighbourhood in general. The more familiar you are with the location before you move, the better.

4. Prepare For The Big Day

You’ll want to prepare for the big day by getting suitcases, packing boxes, packing tape and things of that nature. Pack everything in suitcases and boxes, but do label them as essentials, non-essentials, appliances etc. . . Decide what items are important and pack them first, and think about getting rid of the items that aren’t that important and which items are kind of important and should be placed in storage.

A useful tip is to make a checklist of the most important things to do. The top of the list should be the most important things that need to be done. The bottom of the list are the things that can be done later on.

5. Pack Medications

Many seniors are on medications and you want to make sure any medications you take are packed first. Leading up to the day of the move, keep checking to make sure the medications are still in the spot you left them because it’s easy to take them and put them somewhere else, which can lead to you forgetting to bring them with you on the big day. In fact, you should set an alarm reminder to alert you about your medication. Set the alarm to go off the day before the big move.

6. Notify Contacts

Notify any of your contacts, and tell them when you are moving, where you’re moving too, who is helping you and things like that. Tell them both the small and big details of the move because it’s always better to be safe than sorry. As a general rule of thumb, you should tell the people who are the closest to you about the move.

7. Ask For Help

Finally, ask for help with any tasks you know you can’t handle yourself or for the things you would like help with. This includes packing, organising logistics, getting rid of belongings and so forth. Like your family, friends, co-workers and anyone else, you know if they can lend a helping hand. You might be surprised at how willing people are to help, but you need to ask.

As a senior citizen moving homes, it’s a good idea to ask for help and notify contacts of your move. Don’t forget to pack your medications, prepare for the big day and visit the actual property you’re moving too. Breaking everything down into smaller tasks and creating a plan of action can go a long way too. If you keep those things in mind, then your move should be easier.

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The Best Transport Ideas For Moving Internationally

If you are moving your home internationally, you need to consider what the transportation options are. Your options will vary depending on the number of items you want to move and where you are going to move to. The most common transport ideas will be sea freight, air freight and land transportation.

Why You Should Choose Sea Freight

If you are moving internationally, the first transportation idea you should consider is sea freight. This will involve placing your possessions in a shipping container and having it sail to your international destination. There are a number of reasons why you should look into this transport option with the primary one being the cost.

Sea freight is generally the cheapest transportation option when moving internationally. Of course, there is a downside to this that you need to be aware of. This is the fact that sea freight is also the slowest transportation option. The slower speed is one of the reasons why this transport method is much cheaper than the others.

The amount of time that it takes for your possessions to reach their destination will vary depending on a few factors. The first is where you are moving to. The farther the final destination, the longer the transportation is going to take.

Another factor is how often the sea freight company you use sails. There are some companies that only sail to certain destinations once a week while others will sail every few days. The more often they sail, the sooner you will generally be able to get your possessions.

Why You Should Choose Air Freight

Another transport idea will be air freight which is one of the faster methods of moving your possessions. Most moving experts would recommend that you choose sea freight instead of air freight for a number of reasons. The cost will generally be the most important because air freight is much more expensive than sea freight.

Another reason will be the fact that you cannot actually send as much with air freight. If you are moving your entire home, you would be spending several thousand on air freight for and some items may not be taken. Of course, there is one primary benefit that many people consider when looking at this transport option.

This is the speed with which you will get your possessions. Air freight can take a few days to reach your new home while sea freight could take up to a month. If you are willing to spend more to get your possessions as quickly as possible, this will be the best transport idea for you.

Why You Should Consider Land Transport

Land transport is not something you can always consider when moving internationally. This will only be a viable option if you are moving to a country that shares a land border with the one that you are leaving. If you are moving from the UK to continental Europe, you will be able to choose land transport via the channel tunnel.

There are a lot of moving companies that offer land transport when you move internationally. This is a good option when you want to get your possessions in a timely manner, but do not want to break your bank account. Land transport is faster than sea freight, but slower than air freight. It will also carry a cost that is in the middle of the other options.

Reduce Your Possessions

When you are moving internationally, you need to look at reducing the number of items that you want to take with you. This is important regardless of the transportation option you are going to choose. When you have fewer possessions, you will be able to save money and potentially time.

If you have a small consignment for sea freight, it can often be placed in a container with other freight. This could result in your possessions being shipped sooner. You will also pay less because you are not using as much space in the container or moving truck.

There are 3 ways that you can transport your possessions when you move internationally. The cheapest is sea freight, the most expensive is air freight and the middle option is land transport. However, it is important to note that land transport will not always be an option depending on where you are moving to.

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