Consider whether to move yourself or use removers

Consider cost/size weight of your furniture/ease of egress-access/steps/stairs

Consider help available/friends/paid help

Assess cost of van hire. Is a tail lift available? Max wt 7.5 tonnes on private licence

Consider insurance for your things/helpers in case of loss/damage/injury in transit

Consider season/daylight/weather

Consider using a removal firm .             

If removal firm book early.

Get up to three written quotes. Is VAT included? Ask for references

Check parking restrictions at new house/arrange space/cones/borrow police no waiting cones.

Consider taking photos of your furniture/belongings before packing starts

Save boxes from supermarkets

Throw away/car boot/auction off any unwanted possessions

Consider time and distance to assess balance between many trips by you versus one trip by removers lorry

Consider need for specialist help with heavy piano/specialist dismantling/electrical goods

Ask about insurance/packing arrangements/lorry size and access requirements

Consider storage for items you don’t have room for