|
Backloads & Backloading,
Local furniture removals,
Gold Coast
GTS Furniture Removals
~
Home
~
Company Profile
~
Boxes & Packing
~
Online Quote
~
Contact Us
Choose your move
type
~
Local Furniture Removal
~
Interstate Relocation
~
Backloads & Backloading
~
International Relocation
~
Vehicle Transport
~
Just a few items
~
Storage
General Section
~
Coverage
~
Hints & Tips
~
Inventory List
~
Feedback & Testimonials
~
Links
GTS Furniture Removals
~
Main Page
~
Our Company Profile
~
Boxes & Packing ?
~
Online Quote
~
Contact Us
Choose your move
type
~
Local moves
~
Interstate moves
~
Backloads & Backloading
~
International Moves
~
Vehicle Transport
~
Just a few items
General Section
~
Our Coverage
~
Some Hints & Tips
~
An Inventory List
~
Feedback & Testimonials
~
Links
|
TIPS & HINTS
FOR MOVING HOUSE
Planning any
furniture removal or backload can be very time consuming and stressful ...
That's why GTS Furniture Removals moves you with a personal touch, taking
care of everything from start to finish.
Furniture to Empty -
Furniture such as
wardrobes, desk, wall units and dressers must be emptied, the structural
integrity of these items will be compromised if the furniture is moved
with loose weight inside.
Chests of drawers need to have breakables, loose, and heavy items removed.
Light clothing may remain. Never tape drawers shut.
Number of Items -
Where possible
reduce the number of items to be moved, bundle all small items together,
such as mops and broom, and place all smaller items into cartons. They not
only travel better in this state, but also reduce the time required to
complete your relocation.
Dismantling -
All items which can
be dismantled, should be dismantled. The likes of beds, swing sets,
mirrors off dressers, and items of furniture which were assembled after
purchase, such as flat pack desks etc. These are not designed to be moved
when assembled, and will most likely result in damage if they are not
prepared for moving. We can complete this on your behalf, however this
will reflect in the cost of your relocation.
When dismantling furniture, ensure that you keep all of your bolts, screws
and keys in an easily identifiable place, and remember where you placed
them. They are going to be required almost immediately when you arrive at
your destination.
Ensure the hoses on your washing machine are disconnected and removed, and
placed inside the machine, and all water is drained from them so as this
same water doesn't leak onto your other furniture and or cartons during
transit.
Use Quality Boxes -
The type and
quality of cartons that you use to pack your belongings will reflect
directly as to how your goods will travel. The use of cartons sourced from
your local supermarket, or small open cartons which cannot be stacked for
transit, take a lot longer to load and unload than purpose built cartons.
Also remember the weight that one or two men can be reasonably expected to
lift/move, cartons which are 'oversized' will only dramatically slow the
moving process due to the awkwardness, and weight.
The use of purpose built removal cartons will speed the removal process
and ensure the safe transit of breakables packed inside.
Reduce Distance -
Ensure accesses are
cleared prior to the arrival of our removalists, and where possible to
save money have all items packed prior to day of uplift. Each trip to the
truck takes time, so the closer to the where the vehicle will park, that
you can ready your cartons and smaller items, the less time that the
loading will take, and hence the lower the cost of your removal. Please
ensure that small children and any pets are controlled at the time of
uplift and/or delivery. At times these distractions can present a risk to
all involved, and the last thing we would want to see is injury to your
loved ones, your pets and/or our removalists.
Fridges/Freezers -
Do not defrost your
fridges or freezers less than one week before moving. The water that
gathers in the 'drip trays' creates problems when it comes to moving those
items of furniture. Have ready for the day of moving sufficient esky's for
your cold perishables, and freezer contents, and we will loads these items
onto the truck last of all, and unload them first thing. This will ensure
that you food spends as little time as possible out of the fridge, and the
fridge/freezers will spend as little time as possible unplugged.
Neighbours -
Arrange with your
neighbours for sufficient parking space to be allowed at the front of your
property for the parking of the removal truck on the day of uplift. ensure
that there is no items belonging to your neighbours which may impede the
access for the removalists. Most neighbours are understanding and are
happy to assist in moving their cars, boats etc.
Unwanted Goods - Dispose of any unwanted goods prior to the day of uplift,
this will ensure that minimal time is spent completing your removal, as
the removalists will not be wasting time carrying boxes of rubbish. This
will also assist with the positioning of furniture and cartons in your new
home without the clutter of unnecessary items/cartons.
Important Items -
Ensure that all of
your important items, such as keys, remote controls, wallets, sunglasses,
and any other important items that you may require on your person are
placed in a safe place to ensure you know their whereabouts at the
delivery location. A good idea is to create 1 carton which is last loaded,
and first unloaded within which may be a good idea to keep the kettle,
coffee/tea and other items which may be required earlier than when other
cartons are unpacked. Items such as bags of screws, and nuts/bolts, from
the dismantling of furniture etc, can easily be located if they are all
placed in this one central location.
Furniture Placement - Have an advanced plan for the placement of furniture
at your new address and ensure that you have a representative onsite at
destination to direct the delivery of the furniture to ensure that it is
placed correctly the first time. This will expedite the delivery process,
and ensure a stress free completion to your removal, whilst also assisting
in your unpacking.
Cleaning Items - Ensure that you have cleaned the BBQ, and items such as
wheelbarrow, rubbish bins, wheelie bins, and garden furniture. This will
ensure that your other furniture being loaded with these items does not
become soiled as a result of contact with dirty items. It also ensures
that dirt, mud and grease is not spread throughout the removal truck, to
only be walked through your home as a result.
Brand New Premises -
When moving into a
premises which has only recently had building work completed, there is
often a chance that the site has dirt, mud and debris in the yard, which
may present a problem if near to the access to the property. Ensure that
if dirt is prevalent on site, you have access to, or know where to source,
sheets of plywood just in case of rain on the day of your removal. This
will ensure that mud will not be tread through your new home.
Unfortunately, Workplace Health & Safety prohibits the removal of
shoes/boots from our removalists. The likely hood of injury to feet is
increases considerably with the absence of footwear.
Plants -
Some States
prohibit the transportation of plants and fruits. If you have household
plants and can’t take them with you, you need to dispose of them. Give
them to a friend or relative before the day you are scheduled to move. If
you can take plants with you, do not water them just prior to removal day.
You may need to contact the DPI (Department of Primary Industries) to
check on the area you are moving from and if any special requirements are
in force; such as those for 'Red Fire Ants' in South East Queensland.
Washing Machine - To prepare your washing machine for removal, disconnect
from the water supply, drain hoses and check with the manufacturer (or
your removalist) for advice on travelling brackets etc.
Who to Notify -
* Taxation office (within 7 days)
* Roads and Transport Authority (within 7 days)
* Government Departments - Family allowance, Superannuation,
* Pensions and Insurance
* Insurance companies - life assurance, cars, home and contents, and any
other insured items.
* Employers - Group Certificates, Superannuation
* Australia Post - mail can be redirected for up to 12 months
* Telstra - phone and internet services
* Solicitor
* Schools
* Automobile associations such as NRMA, RACQ etc.
* Telephone, water, gas and electricity authorities
* Rental and hire purchase companies
* Bank and financial institutions - accounts and credit cards
* Doctor, Dentist and Private Health Funds
* Electoral Roles (within 4 weeks)
Finally -
Should any
questions arise, please, don't hesitate to contact our office. Friendly
advice with regard to any part of the removal process is only a phone call
away. Chances are we or our clients have experienced the same
circumstances as your are in your move. Our advice is FREE, and without
obligation. Again this is reflects our commitment to customer service. All
of our staff from the Managing Director through to the removalists on the
job care for your move, and want nothing more than for you to recommend
our service to everyone that you speak with. We can only be sure of this
by exceeding your expectations and making this move, your best move.
Interstate Furniture Removals &
Backloads
The Backloading
Specialists, Australia wide.
Local Furniture Removals
Suburb to suburb,
or within the same suburb.
In every major
city, 7 days a week.
Gold Coast and Brisbane,
Melbourne and Adelaide,
Perth, Cairns and Sydney,
Darwin and Hobart.
|
