May I soon welcome you as a fellow resident of the great city behind the dunes? When moving to The Hague, you have chosen a beautiful, cozy and lively city. The Hague is a wonderful place to live, with all facilities just around the corner. Are you planning your move within the next few weeks?
Here are HouseScout's 12 practical moving tips for you.
1. Start on time
A move can never start early enough. So plan ahead and don't start packing your boxes the night before.
2. Notify your change of address in time
When registering in the municipality of The Hague, your address details are not automatically updated for all parties. So make a list and write to parties that do not automatically change their address.
3. Apply for a removal allowance
Sometimes you may be eligible for a moving allowance through your CAO or employer. You may receive one or two days off at your employer's expense. Check whether this arrangement still exists in your CLA.
4. Buy moving boxes
By bundling and storing everything in moving boxes, you make things easier for yourself. Especially when unpacking and decorating. There are many used moving boxes on Marktplaats.nl. This can save you a lot of money.
5. Rent a moving van
Your car will never hold everything you need to move to your new home. So rent a moving van and make it easy on yourself. These are available from as little as 20 euros per day.
6. Consult with the movers
Do you want to avoid stress on moving day? Consult as much as possible with the movers and make clear arrangements. It might be a good idea to meet with the helpers a week before the move to go over the planning.
7. Enlist the help of family and friends
Don't feel like packing everything on your own? Call on your family and friends to help you. Often they are also very enthusiastic about your new home and are happy to help.
8. Make sure you have enough food and drink
You and your helpers should not lack anything on moving day. Make sure you have something to drink.
9. Wrap glass and crockery
Glassware breaks easily. Use paper and old newspapers to wrap everything.
10. Don't let children help
No matter how nice children are, they are not useful when moving house. For example, bring them to grandparents and give them a nice day there.
11. Never wait until the last minute
When moving, never put things off, but make sure you are well prepared.
12. Check your checklist
Is everything done? Check your checklist again to make sure you haven't forgotten anything. Are all your belongings with you? Do you have internet? Is everything still in one piece?
Living in The Hague
Moved successfully? Then it's time for a house warming! Are you still looking for living space in The Hague and do you want to spend your energy on the organization of moving and a party? With HouseScout you can outsource your search through a search! Get in touch with us!