THE KNOWLEDGE ASK THE EXPERT Moving day
Eden Cobbold explains how a good removals company can make moving to France easier
When and how should I start planning for a move to France? First fi nd a reliable removals company. Since Brexit, it has been more important than ever to use a credible and knowledgeable removals company for a relocation to France. The upheaval of packing,
moving and re-establishment of custom formalities can cause unnecessary stress. Therefore, it is crucial to know that your removals company can provide support while keeping up to date with the latest regulatory requirements for moving household goods to a country within the EU. We advise getting in contact
with a trusted removals company around three months prior to the date of your move. Most companies off er a free no- obligation home survey, video appointment or household removal form to base your quote on. We recommend a house survey, especially for such an important move. Meeting with a removals surveyor allows your needs to be fully understood and the services can be tailored to your requirements.
France is notorious for
small roads so it is best to share any information you have with the surveyor! For example, an apartment in Paris could require a furniture lift for bulky furniture or a parking permit – these are all circumstances a good removal company should know so they do not come as a surprise.
How can I reduce the cost… and the stress? Naturally, the volume of your goods has an impact on your
removal charge. Therefore, if you are looking for a cost- eff ective solution or don’t have enough items to fi ll a whole van, it is always worth enquiring about part-loads. Unlike a door-to-door removal, you do have to be fl exible, however, as other loads are being generated in order to fi ll the vehicle. The best way to decrease your volume would be to declutter and self-pack. Removal companies off er
a variety of services that customers can benefi t from to reduce the stress of a move – from packing and unpacking services, dismantling and reassembling to housemaid and handyman services. Once you have accepted your
quote and a proposed move plan, it is best to start thinking about dates. Getting ahead of the game can defi nitely settle nerves so organising the delivery of your packing materials with your chosen removals company, and
“We off er extra services such as disposal, recycling and charity donations of items for any last-minute bits”
beginning to gather paperwork required for customs can provide peace of mind. Before you conclude your packing, it is best to sort through the documentation that will be required for French customs, before it is packed away in boxes. Customs can be a stress- free process with the right removals company as they will relieve you of this burden by providing you with a list of what is required early on.
Any tips for the big day? Whether it is a direct-move or using storage facilities as a hiatus off ered by removal companies, everything should be sorted by moving day. Your removals company will guide you through everything you need to do in the run up to the move day, such as providing a pre-arranged time of arrival. Once the crew arrives
at your property, they will introduce themselves and begin preparing your home for the move, including protecting carpets and surfaces. We off er extra services such as disposal, recycling and charity donations of items for any last-minute bits. We also like to keep customers in the loop once vehicles have gained UK and French customs clearance. Labelling boxes and
furniture with which room you want items placed in can be incredibly helpful, e.g. living room, bedroom 1, kitchen. Once delivery is completed – congratulations! You have successfully moved to France. ■
Eden Cobbold is a European Logistics Coordinator at Ollands Removals Tel: 01603 754735
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