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The benefits of managed storage containers
You’ll have heard of self-storage containers, which you can access 24/7 and add or take your valuables from as needed, but what about managed storage containers? We often get asked what the difference is between managed and self-storage, and the answer is more complex than just ‘we manage it on...
How to be sustainable when moving house
If you’re due to move house soon, you’ll likely have started your list of things that you’ll need - however, it’s also important to consider how you can make your move as eco-friendly as possible. Most people don’t realise that packing, cleaning, transporting and unpacking a home can use a...
Looking to sell your home? Declutter with short-term storage
Any estate agent would tell you that having a decluttered house can definitely help you to sell your home or attract a higher offer. Presentation is absolutely key when you’re taking photos and hosting viewings because it helps your property look more appealing, and allows prospective buyers to visualise living...
Moving house and have furniture you no longer need? Here’s some suggestions
If you’re set to move house but have items of old furniture that won’t fit within your new home, there are plenty of options for what to do with them. Before you go ahead and order yourself a skip or do a tip run, it’s worth exploring what else you...
Our advice for lifting heavy items
Unless you’re using a team of professional movers, it’s likely that you may need to lift some heavy items when you’re moving house. It’s important to remember that lifting any item can be dangerous - especially if they’re heavy. If you’re not careful, you could end up causing yourself a...
How to pack for moving house: expert advice
Moving home is one of the most stressful experiences that we can go through. In fact, a recent survey by estate agents Yopa found that many homeowners ranked moving home as taking more of a toll on them than finalising a divorce, getting married, starting a new job or even...
Ways to redirect post and change your address
Let’s face it, there’s SO much to do when you’re moving house - sorting, packing, tip runs, organising and labelling to name just a few tasks! One thing that some people forget about until the last minute is changing your addresses and redirecting your post - an important step can...
Worried about the hassle of moving abroad? We’re here to help
Do you dream of relocating to another country, but are worried about the scale of the upheaval? Here at Ballards, we are experts at moving customers to other countries, with France being one of the most popular destinations of choice. Moving to another country and establishing your home there needn’t...
Moving house during a heatwave? Don’t sweat
We’ve faced a series of heatwaves this summer and, despite temperatures reaching a scorching 40 degrees, we’re very proud to say that all of our clients were still able to move as planned. If you’re concerned about upcoming hot weather impacting your house move, there’s no need to stress. Our...
Setting the standard: Why accreditations are essential for removal specialists
If you’re looking to move house, one of the first things you’re likely to do (after choosing the right home, of course) is check out the Google reviews of local movers to see if they’re reliable, trustworthy and, essentially, that they do what they say ‘on the tin’. While customer...
I’m buying/selling a house – should I be worried about the housing market?
Over the last couple of years, the housing market has been thriving and stronger than ever, but there have been reports in recent months that this may soon change. As interest rates rise, there have been concerns that property prices might slow or even reduce. After the stamp duty holiday...
We stand with safety: why new HGV laws are putting licences before lives
When it comes to moving you from A to B, it goes without saying that we handle your belongings with care and caution - but what about navigating other dangers, such as the nation’s roads? We’re a tried and tested family-run removals company with 44 years of experience under our...