{"id":11447,"date":"2019-04-03T04:52:41","date_gmt":"2019-04-03T04:52:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.kravelv.com\/?p=11447"},"modified":"2022-04-11T22:28:34","modified_gmt":"2022-04-11T22:28:34","slug":"6-proven-strategies-to-avoid-moving-damage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kravelv.com\/6-proven-strategies-to-avoid-moving-damage\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Proven Strategies to Avoid Moving Damage"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

One of the challenges\nof moving house is keeping your items and your home free from damage. In\naddition to protecting your items, you\nshould also implement ways to keep your home, regardless of whether it\u2019s old or\nnew, from being damaged during the removal. <\/strong>After all, the cost of fixing\nscratched walls and flooring, holes in the walls, and broken handrails can add\nto your overall moving costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Large furnishings and\nappliances could get damaged during the move. Also, they could cause scratches\nand other forms of damage to your home\u2019s wall, ceilings, and flooring. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fortunately, there are\nstrategies you can implement to avoid or minimize potential damage associated\nwith your <\/a>home removal in Sydney<\/a> or anywhere in Australia. Below are six solutions you can consider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1.\nMeasure the items to move vs. the space you have<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before everything else,\nyou have to measure your furniture to figure out if everything<\/a> will fit\nperfectly through your doors, hallways, and stairwells. By knowing the dimensions of your space in relation to the furnishings\nthat should be moved, you can develop a plan and a moving strategy to prevent\ndamage.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2.\nDismantle the furniture whenever possible<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If your beds, tables or\ncabinets are so huge that they can\u2019t fit whole through your doors<\/a> and hallways,\nyou should consider dismantling them to make them easier to take out of the\nroom. Read the owner\u2019s manual to figure\nout how to safely take off all the detachable parts<\/strong>, such as the handles,\nlegs, and other protruding sections. Keep these parts in sealable bags and\nlabel them properly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can tape these bags\nto the furniture they belong to, or place them in the right moving box to make\nreassembling a lot easier in the new house.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3.\nPack the valuable items first<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Packing your valuables\nfirst will help minimize problems involving potential damage. These include\nyour family heirlooms, electronics,\npieces of artwork, costly appliances, and fragile items like glass and dishes<\/strong>.\nKeeping these items out of the way early on will not only make your removal a\nlot easier and more organized, but will also keep them safe<\/a> from accidents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When packing your valuables\nand other items, make sure to use high-quality\npacking supplies<\/strong>. Durable boxes, tape, bubble wrap,<\/a> and packing paper will\nfurther minimize the risk of item breakage throughout the move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4.\nProtect the flooring, walls, ceilings, and door frames<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether your house has\ntile, carpet or hardwood flooring, you must take measures to protect it. Take\nnote that your flooring is susceptible to cracks, scrapes, dirt, and heavy foot\ntraffic. So make sure to cover your\nfloors with doormats, plastic sheeting, flattened cardboard boxes<\/a> or moving\nblankets<\/strong>. Using non-slip runners\n(like the <\/strong>non-slip mats used in bathrooms for safety<\/strong><\/a>)<\/strong>, especially in high-traffic areas is also\nhighly recommended to prevent falls and slips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The same is true with\nyour walls \u2013 you have to cover them. You can make use of wooden boards, bubble wrap or thick cardboard to protect the walls of\nnarrow hallways and rooms<\/strong>. Hanging drop cloths can also do the trick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As for your door\nframes, you can protect them with doorway\npads, strong tape, or towels<\/strong>. Take note that even careful removalists may\nbump into tight door frames while passing through them, so covering these areas\nis an excellent preventative measure. Door\njamb protectors<\/strong> are great tools because these covers have flexible spring\nclamps that can easily attach to your door without causing any damage.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

5.\nCover your furniture as well<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It is not enough to\ncover your walls, floors and door frames. You also need to cover the actual\nfurniture with moving blankets or pads<\/strong>\nto make sure that they will arrive in your new home damage-free. Pay attention\nto the corners and edges as well by covering them with corner guards<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6.\nEnlist professional help<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moving is not something\nyou do on a daily basis. Without enough experience and knowledge, you could end\nup damaging your items and your home no matter how careful you are. It is for\nthis reason that you must enlist the help of professional removalists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Experienced removalists\nwill not just ensure that your move runs smoothly. With their expertise and specialized equipment, you are assured that\nall your items will arrive in your new home in perfect condition and that your\nhome remains scratch-free. <\/strong>They can pack and move your items in the safest\nmanner possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your removal company\ncan also provide you with high-quality\npacking materials and expert tips<\/strong><\/a> should you wish to pack some of your\nbelongings yourself. Most importantly, they can offer you a reliable storage solution<\/strong> for as long as you need it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rushing the removal job is one of the main causes<\/a> of damage during the move. By planning in advance and hiring reputable removalists, your moving day should run smoothly and you can adequately protect your items and your home.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

================================================================<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

AUTHOR BIO:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Robert Wise, Sales\nAdministration Manager at Nuss Removals, has been a respected figure in the\nremovals industry for over 20 years. His attention to detail and the ability to\ntruly understand the needs of the customer have ensured the successful\nrelocation of thousands of satisfied individuals and families. For moving and\nstorage across Australia and around the world, Robert’s wealth of experience\nensures his customers are in safe hands.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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