Moving house is a challenging experience, not only emotionally but also physically. Once you start the ride on this emotional roller-coaster, your body will also show signs of stress or actual physical injuries if you do not make the necessary preparations to ensure safe and risk-free removal. Even if you choose to hire a top-notch man and van in West Heath SE2, for example, you still need to take steps to ensure to protect yourself from injuries. Here are a few useful tips to consider that can help you stay safe.
When packing boxes
One of the common mistakes people do during their removal is over-packing boxes. Heavy boxes are very hard to lift and carry up or down the stairs, even if you have all the necessary moving equipment. The ideal weight of the boxes is about 50 pounds. If you are unsure of its weight, try to lift it. If you can do it without too much strain, you have done a great job. Additionally, make sure you learn basic lifting techniques in order to avoid back injuries. For example, bending over and lifting weight is not recommended. Instead, try lifting with your entire lower body by squatting down and keeping your back straight.
Moving equipment is a must
Moving house or office without a proper equipment will make your removal a lot more difficult than it already is. Not only you won’t be able to move and handle large, heavy and bulky items, but you are also risking various injuries if you attempt to. Therefore, make sure to rent essential equipment from the best man and in Kingsbury NW9, including:
- dolly and trolleys – you can stack heavy boxes or use it to move large items
- straps and ropes – use them to secure boxes
- ramp – loading belongings into a moving van is easy with ramps
- sliders – they are useful when moving heavy appliances, for example
If you opt for a full service, a trusted home removal company in London will bring all necessary moving equipment and tools with them.
What about special items?
Moving pianos, pool tables, heavy and antique furniture and other valuable items require professional assistance. If you have such belongings, consider hiring professional movers because not only handling and moving such items is hard and may cause damage and personal injuries, some of them are hard to dismantle or reassemble too.
Inspect your property
One of the things to focus on before moving items is inspecting your property for areas that can be dangerous and cause injuries. Make sure you follow the route to a place where a moving van will be parked and inspect if there are any uneven surfaces, steps that are easy to overlook, slippery areas, check for hanging obstacles, etc. Mark everything that might pose a threat to your safety as you move your belongings.
Just in case
Unfortunately, accidents happen and no one can foresee them. Hopefully, you won’t need it but it is a good idea to keep a first aid kit on hand, filled with some bandages, painkillers, alcohol, etc.