A move day goes sideways in ordinary ways. The agent is late. The street is full. It rains on a sofa. The loft had more in it than anyone admitted. None of that needs a dramatic story. It needs a phone call and a decision.
Keys and access
If you will not have keys at the time we agreed, say so early. A crew can often wait a short time that was allowed for in the quote. They cannot invent an hour that belongs to the next job. For a new build, this is the usual risk. For a sale, it is the chain. Meet the van yourself or send someone who can make decisions. We will not take instructions from a neighbour who is being helpful but does not know the list.
Parking and weather
If the bay you hoped for is taken, we look for the next lawful stop and carry. We will not block a bus stop because it is raining. Wet weather means mattresses and fabric need covers, which we bring, and means paths in villages can be slippery. Allow the extra minutes. Bollington hills and Prestbury lanes are slower in bad weather than a drive in Broken Cross.
The list changed
If you packed three extra rooms, tell the crew before loading, not after the van is full. We will say whether it fits the booking. Quotes stay valid for 3 months for the job that was quoted. A different job needs a different agreement. Insurance is provided. Ask us what is covered when you book, and do not expect cover for items you asked us to leave in the rain “for a minute”.
A small kit that saves the day
Keep phone chargers, medication, kettles, tape, scissors and bedding in the car. Photograph meter readings before you lock up. Walk every room, including the shed. House removals still depend on you knowing your own house. If you want the fragile rooms done the day before, add packing so moving morning is only carrying.
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