If you are moving house in Merseyside or further afield and don’t have much time to play with, you might have pondered whether you can get it done in one day.
The quick answer is yes, you can move house in one day. Physical loading and transport typically take between four and eight hours for most standard properties.
Realistically, what you are moving and where you are moving to will be the determining factors in whether a one-day move is possible.
This article takes a look at the typical schedule for a one-day move in Merseyside and offers some tips to bear in mind.
What to expect on moving day
Let’s look ahead to the big day itself and consider a workable schedule to get your move done in good time.
A useful rule of thumb is to be fully moved out by noon or 1pm. Not only will this leave you ample time to travel to your new home and unload, but it is often the move-out deadline for property completions in the UK, allowing the new buyers to collect the keys.
Property size comes into it. The contents of a one-bedroom flat may take four to five hours to unload. For a three-bedroom house, you may be looking at six to eight hours. Larger properties like this may require a full morning of loading, starting at the crack of dawn. They would also usually require more vehicles and more moving personnel.
For a one-bedroom property, professional movers would usually arrive around 8am to start loading.
Tips for a one-day move
Let’s end with some parting advice to make your move go as smoothly as possible:
Pack in advance: Box up non-essential items several weeks beforehand and label every box clearly by room.
Hire professionals: Use an experienced removal team to speed up heavy lifting and transport.
Prepare an essentials bag: Pack a separate bag with chargers, medication, toilet paper and snacks so you do not have to search through boxes on your first night.
At Merseyside Movers, our know-how comes from 20 years of experience in home and commercial property moves. Any queries? Reach out to our friendly house removals team in Liverpool on 0151 546 3819.
