5 Tips to Make Moving House This Summer Less Stressful

Every summer, thousands of people across England and Wales move house.

According to analysis by HomeOwners Alliance, using data from more than 700,000 removal quotes provided by reallymoving, August has been the UK’s busiest month for moving home for the last 13 years.

The research also found that almost three in ten moves take place on a Friday, with the last Friday in August consistently ranking as the busiest moving day of the year.

It’s easy to see why. Families often move during the school holidays to reduce disruption. The longer days and better weather also make the process easier.

However, there are downsides. Removal companies become busier and completion dates can change at short notice. Homes can also fill quickly with boxes at exactly the time you are trying to stay organised.

At Storage Giant, we help customers across England and Wales take the pressure out of moving day. Whether you are waiting for completion, renovating your new home or simply need extra space, self storage gives you flexibility when you need it most.

1) Make Your Home Easier to Sell

First impressions really do matter.

Research from Rightmove shows that well-presented homes are more likely to attract buyers, while their market analysis found that properties listed at the right time and presented well have a greater chance of successfully completing a sale.

One of the simplest ways to improve the presentation of your home is to reduce clutter.

Removing excess furniture, toys and packed boxes helps rooms feel larger, brighter and more inviting. It also allows potential buyers to focus on the space itself rather than your belongings.

An indoor storage unit gives you somewhere secure to keep everything until moving day, helping your home look its best for photographs and viewings.

2) Take the Pressure Off Moving Day

Property chains rarely run exactly to plan.

You may have exchanged contracts and have time in-between exchange and completion. Your new home might not be ready yet, or you could be staying with family for a short time while everything falls into place.

Rather than filling someone else’s spare room or garage with furniture and boxes, self-storage provides a safe and secure place to keep everything until you are ready to move in.

Having that extra flexibility means one less thing to worry about during an already busy time!

3) Pack Little and Often

Packing an entire house over one weekend can quickly become overwhelming.

Starting a few weeks earlier will allow you to pack books, decorations, seasonal clothing and anything that you don’t need straight away. Moving these items into storage frees up valuable space at home and makes moving day much easier to manage.

4) Protect Your Furniture During Renovations

Moving into a new property often comes with huge to-do list.

Whether you are painting, replacing flooring or carrying out larger renovations, it is much easier when your furniture is safely out of the way.

Temporary self-storage keeps your belongings clean, secure and protected until your home is ready.

5) Everything You Need Under One Roof

Moving home is about much more than storage.

Every Storage Giant store sells a wide range of packing materials, including strong moving boxes, bubble wrap, packing tape, furniture covers and padlocks.

Whether you are moving from a one-bedroom flat or a large family home, you can find everything you need to pack safely and confidently.

Supporting Movers Across England and Wales
Whether you are moving just around the corner or relocating to a completely new area, Storage Giant has a local team ready to help.

If you are moving in the Midlands, you will find Storage Giant stores in Cannock, Kidderminster, Kingswinford, Oldbury, Telford, Stoke on Trent, Leicester and Nottingham, making it easy to find secure, flexible self- storage close to home.

For customers relocating across South Wales, we have convenient locations in Cardiff, Newport, Cwmbran, Bridgend, Swansea and Llanelli. If you are moving in the South West, our Bristol store is on hand to help, while customers across Oxfordshire can take advantage of our Bicester location.

No matter which Storage Giant store you visit, you will find clean, secure storage units, flexible rental options, quality packing supplies and a friendly team ready to make your move as straightforward as possible.

Ready to Make Your Summer Move Easier?
Moving house is one of life’s biggest milestones, but it does not have to be one of the most stressful.

Whether you are preparing your home for viewings, waiting for completion (click here for a helpful guide!), renovating your new property or simply looking for somewhere safe to store your belongings, Storage Giant is here to help.

Let us take one thing off your moving checklist this summer so you can focus on settling into your new home.

Call your local Storage Giant store or get an instant quote here.