Moving is a challenge no matter how far, but if you’re moving interstate, further planning is required. Here are a few tips to keep in mind when you’re trying to plan out an interstate move.

Initial Preparation

You need to pick a moving day and lock it in, ensuring everything is ready for the day. This is important for any move, but an interstate move can have even more significant consequences if there are delays. You want to have your removalists booked at this stage too. Make plans for fragile items and ensure televisions and other delicates are moved safely.

The Finer Details

Once you arrive at the new property interstate, you are going to want to be sure that all electricity, gas and water are connected upon arrival. Also, make sure any essential items are easily accessible for the initial days of your arrival. You also need to update your address details with Australia Post, your banks and your medical practitioners.

The Final Stages of the pack

Ensure that water is drained from washing machines and dispose of or store in n esky any food that is still in your fridge. You’ll need to thoroughly defrost the refrigerator to move, so ensure this is actioned. If you’re driving your car interstate for the move, then ensure you see a mechanic for a tune-up before the move.

Get moving

You need to have everything ready to go on moving day. To help things run smoothly, ensure everything is dismantled and all boxes packed and labelled for the removalists. Consider what you’ll need first when the trucks are being loaded. Don’t forget to redirect your mail and deliveries and ensure the utilities have been turned off. Then, you should be ready to go!

If you’re looking to move interstate or anywhere around Victoria, contact Andersons Removals to help you with advice on packing and relocating your home and family. Call today.