Moving house can be expensive but there are ways to move on a budget. Here, we will delve into our top ten cheapest ways to move house. 

Moving house causes a lot of stress. It is often voted at the most stressful life event and for good reasons. There are a lot of decisions to make, things can go wrong and it can be really expensive. But there are ways to move house on a budget. 

Within this article, we will look at our top ten cheapest ways to move house. We cannot alleviate all the stress but we can help to make it a little cheaper. 

Let’s get started!

1. Make A Plan Before Your Moving Day 

Before you begin any of your packing, you should make a plan. You should begin making your plan 6-8 weeks before you are moving and you should start with your moving budget, including everything from removal fees to packing materials. This will let you know if you need to cut back on anything. 

You should make a list of everything that you need to do before moving day and another for all that needs to be done on moving day. 

2. Declutter Your Home

The less stuff you have to move, the less boxes you need and the smaller removal van you can use so it is a really good idea to have a declutter before you move. 

Plus, you do not want to be bringing a load of stuff to your new home that you don’t really want or need. 

3. Compare Removal Companies Early To Find The Best Deal

If you want to use professional movers, this will be one of the biggest costs that you pay during the moving process with the average removal company cost being £1,044.

There are ways to save some money though and it is all about comparing removal companies. 

You should get quotes from a few companies and make sure to check their website or to ask them about deals or discounts. Before you decide which company to use, make sure to check reviews. You do not want going for the cheaper company to lead to your getting bad service. 

4. Use Free Packing Materials

The packing materials that you use are very important because they are what will be keeping your belongings safe during your move. This does not mean that they have to cost you the world. There are some ways to get cheaper or free packing materials. 

You could go to local shops and supermarkets and ask for boxes or you could also set your friends and family on saving boxes for you. You will just need to check them all to make sure they are in good condition and that your belongings will be safe within the boxes. 

Along with finding free boxes, you could also wrap fragile items in towels, blankets or clothes instead of using bubble wrap. We would still suggest using bubble wrap on any items of immense financial or sentimental value. 

5. Pack Yourself

Professional packing can cost, on average, anywhere from £200 to £400. And it can really be worth it as professional packers will prevent breakages and make sure your items are transported safely.

Packing yourself is a cheaper way of moving though but it is important that you do it properly. You need to make sure that you don’t overfill boxes. If they are too heavy, the box could break or it could be hard to lift. It is also really important that you don’t underfill boxes because items can move around and could easily be broken. If you don’t have anything else to put in the box, add in packing peanuts or a blanket or towel to fill the space. 

You also need to make sure to label all your boxes with what is in them and what room the items have come from. 

6. Disconnect All Utility Services

One way to spend unnecessary money is by paying for utilities after you move out. You can avoid this by scheduling disconnections and reconnections ahead of time.

Transfer contracts where possible as this will save you money on new setup fees. You also need to remember to cancel things like gym memberships and newspaper deliveries. 

7. Choose The Right Time To Move

Summer is the most expensive time to move and moving during peak times, like a summer weekend, can make moving costs go up by 20-30%. If you can, aim for a weekday move, in the autumn or winter as prices will be cheaper. 

8. Have Food And Drinks Ready

On moving day, you will get hungry so it is important to have drinks and snacks at hand. But it is also a really good idea to have some proper food in the house or, if you can, have some meals pre-prepared. This will mean that you don’t have to spend money on takeaways. 

9. Get Your Mail Redirected

Royal Mail will redirect your mail from £39.50 for 3, 6, or 12 months to a new UK or overseas address. 

We know this is another cost but, ultimately, it could save you money in the long run as you will not miss any bills saving you money on late fees and service disruptions. 

10. Choose The Right Self Storage Facility 

Self storage can be a big help during a move. Again, it is another fee but it will give you a safe place to store your belongings whilst you get your new home ready. What you gain in peace of mind will be worth it but you need to choose the right self storage facility. 

What is the most important aspect of a self storage facility that you should be on the lookout for is the level of security that it has. 

At Cinch Self Storage, all of our storage units are fitted with an alarm and smoke and fire detectors. We have 24/7 CCTV surveillance around all of our stores, alongside pin-code access. 

10 Ways to Move House on a Budget

Moving house can be expensive but there are some ways to make it cheaper. It is a good idea to make a plan and a budget to begin with. It is also a really good idea to have a declutter so you aren’t moving items you don’t really need or want. 

Next, you should see if you can find any free packing material and compare the prices of removal companies. You can consider packing your belongings yourself. And do not forget to disconnect utilities from your old home, to get your mail redirected and to have food and drink ready. 

And, if you find yourself in need of self storage, make sure to pick the right self storage company. 

We hope you have found this article helpful. If you would like to know more about our self storage, please click here to find your local store.