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The ultimate guide to moving homes in the summer

Author: Kim Jacobs | Last modified on: December 26th, 2017

Moving van

Home moving is always hard, but when you have to do it during the one season which is ultimately associated with vacation and leisure, things are likely to become even harder. Well, there are cases when you just have to get around certain jobs, because they need to be done, so the best course of action would be, without further ado, to start making the necessary preparations. In order to help you, we have gathered the ultimate guide to moving homes in the summer.

The conventional preparations

In many respects, moving in the summer months does not differ from moving at any other time of the year. Because of this there are certain aspects of the job that need to be handled following the conventional methods of the industry.

The proper preparation for a domestic removal of any scale and natur...

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Mediterranean Islands where you are going to find paradise

Author: Kim Jacobs | Last modified on: December 26th, 2017

Santorini

If you are looking for a great vacation spot that would be different from anything that you have ever experienced in your life, then some of the fine islands that are lined along the Mediterranean coast would definitely be up to and beyond your wildest dreams. Be advised however, if you spend a week in paradise, you are more than likely to start checking out your local moving companies for help with permanently relocating to some of those place.

Sardinia

The second largest island in the Mediterranean is located to the west of Italy’s mainland. It has the status of an autonomous region that is regarded to in official documents as Regione Autonoma della Sardegna / Regione Autònoma de Sardigna. The largest city of Sardinia, which occupies the functions of a capital as well is Cagliari...

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Who is Lionel Bart?

Author: Kim Jacobs | Last modified on: December 26th, 2017

Lionel Bart

Maybe because of our own plain lifestyles and existential dread, or because of each and every one of us becoming more anonymous and sheep-like by the day, we have gown to enjoy watching the lives of the wealthy and/or famous. It is a strange sort of voyeuristic pleasure that we find in peeping on the daily routines of those “different” from us, either by the amount of material possessions they own, their affinity for scandals or just their plain ignorance. Many a producer have sought to capitalize on this by overexposing the life of those people, so we are becoming more and more unfazed by such actions. There was one person however who surpassed all the decadency of our contemporary “stars” by a great margin at his heyday.

From humble beginnings

One could not fully appreciate the huge leap...

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6 Great Places to Visit in Edinburgh

Author: Kim Jacobs | Last modified on: December 26th, 2017

Planning to visit or maybe to move to Edinburgh? If you are not yet familiar with the Scottish capital and do not know all the beauties of the city, we will help you explore it so you can enjoy it after you settle.

  1. Edinburgh Zoo

What an amazing way to get to know the city better! If you have kids, day at the zoo will be the perfect way to enjoy as a family. They will be thrilled to see pandas, cute koalas, zebras, armadillos and other animals they haven’t had an opportunity to meet before. The zoo organizes special events as well, where you can learn a lot about animals by listening to the real experiences of zoo keepers, and many other. The zoo was opened in 1913.

  1. Farmers’ Market

Farmers’ Market in one of the best places to eat in Edinburgh...

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Travelling specifications in the Middle Ages

Author: Kim Jacobs | Last modified on: December 26th, 2017

Medieval traveler

We travel every day for different reasons – we commute to work, we drive couple of hours to see our relatives during the weekend, we fly to exotic destinations. We move a lot and take our staff with us. It is not complicated at all – we have suitable bags and suitcases, special packing and wrapping materials, we can even ship some of our belongings or use a specialized moving company if we are changing places. We can choose the means of travel we use and generally they are also quite comfortable, which makes our voyaging an overall pleasant experience.

Travel was not that easy back in time

Travel in the Middle Ages, for example, was quite complicated but people did travel nonetheless...

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Who to notify when moving

Author: Kim Jacobs | Last modified on: December 26th, 2017

UK post office

Removal is a complex process that includes planning, packing, moving items, then unpacking, getting to know your neighbourhood and your neighbours, etc. There is also an important task to complete once you decide to move: you need to let others know about your removal. This is an important factor of every move because if you do not do it on time, you might have certain problems, like misplaced mail if the post office isn’t notified about your new address. Therefore, find time to complete this task and let others know that you are moving to a new location.

Utilities

You are obligated to notify your utility providers about your removal...

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Removal budget and unexpected costs

Author: Kim Jacobs | Last modified on: December 26th, 2017

Pounds

When moving, be prepared for unexpected costs because the amount you are about to spend is not always obvious. You can approximately calculate how much money you need for moving services, renting a truck, packing services, etc., but there will be fees and small costs you cannot predict.

Renovation

If you plan to sell your house, you will probably fix some things before you go so you can list it for a higher rate. Usually, these kind of tasks cost more than originally planned. There are some tasks you can do on your own but some are just out of your scope and you need to hire a professional. Build these costs in removal budget.

Cleaning

Before you move out, you need to clean your old place...

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Can a single item relocation be actually hard?

Author: Kim Jacobs | Last modified on: December 26th, 2017

Table

When moving things we typically think of complete household relocations or something of the kind. When most people are asked about a single item move they typically assume that this is a safe and easy job. One that doesn’t require a lot of time and effort and can be completed without the presence of a lot of workers. In fact it is believed that many single item moves do not even require a man and van company to be hired.

Seeking reliable van rental assistance is usually essential

All of the above can be quite wrong as there are a few factors that can make a simple move look exceptionally tough. We will look at the three possible scenarios where transporting just one item can turn out to be a challenging task...

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Interesting places in North London

Author: Kim Jacobs | Last modified on: December 26th, 2017

Theatre Royal, Stratford East

North London is the area of the English capital that sits on the northern side of the Thames River. According to the last census, the sub-region spreads over 926.22 square kilometres and is home to a population of about 4.7 million people. North London is questionably the most visited area of the city, as it is the location of numerous internationally renowned landmarks.

Royal Air Force Museum

Founded in 1972 and commonly known as RAF Museum, this exhibition gallery is based in five major buildings and hangars that were once part of the Hendon Aerodrome. The museum is decided to the history of aviation and the Royal Air Force, and displays a rich collection of aviation related items. Some of the most famous exhibits of the gallery are:

  • Bleriot XI
  • North American P-51D Mustang
  • Airspeed Oxf...
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Tips on Choosing a Moving Date When Expecting a Child

Author: Kim Jacobs | Last modified on: December 26th, 2017

Pregnant woman

One of the most important aspects of planning your home relocation is picking a moving date. For most people, the day of the big move depends on things like:

  • The season
  • The expiration date of their lease
  • Their personal schedule

But for those who are expecting a baby, scheduling a move can be particularly tricky. That is because they are struggling to answer one huge question: Should we move before or after the child is born?

Moving before the due date

Moving a house when pregnant is anything but fun or exciting. It is stressful and incredibly tiring, especially when you are in the final weeks of your pregnancy...

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