If you’re thinking of moving – lock stock and heavy barrel – to another part of the world you may find cutting ties with the “old country” are not as easy as you thought! It’s not just a case of closing bank accounts, store cards, club memberships and work details. You’ve got the clearing out, the packing and the selection of one of a mystifyingly large selection of container shipping companies to choose from.
It’s very probable that the Estate Agent who is enabling your move will recommend one that’s both known to him and that is reasonably priced. However, you might want to do a bit of research before taking his advice.
The Eurogroup is one of the largest and more reliable Shipping Companies. If you are going to be loading your own heavy metal container be sure to load the weighty, big items such as washing machines or dishwashers first. The items must be packed close together so they can’t move about in transit. Work your way slowly along loading from bottom to top, then fill in any gaps with softer items like bedding or soft toys.
You’d be advised to make sure your furniture is well covered by bubble wrap, old blankets cardboard. I once sent a rattan garden set consisting of two chairs and a table. It was bubble wrapped many times over, but still one of the chair legs was bent backwards when it arrived.
Moving abroad can inevitably be a stressful time, even if hopes are high for an exciting, successful new life. Take every chance you can to lessen that stress.