If you’re thinking of organising your removals to another European country and looking to save money when moving, we have a few tips.

Most people would agree that relocating to another country isn’t exactly cheap. Most moving companies and removers will charge you a hefty sum to move your belongings from one country to another. And most importantly, they’ll charge you for the empty return route, thus burning a hole in your pocket.

Moving home often is indeed expensive, but it doesn’t have to be this way. Here at European Moving, we never add extra costs for our vans’ return route, which allows us to keep costs low and offer a reliable yet affordable service to our clients.

What else you can do to save money when moving home? Keep reading to find out!

1. Declutter as soon as possible

Your quote depends not only on the distance but also on the volume/weight of the things you’re moving. That’s why you might want to consider what things are worth taking with you and what you should leave behind by giving them away to someone who really needs them.
We usually tend to hoard things because “that’s too nice to throw away”. So it goes in the garage, or in the loft. But you do not want to pay to move what you’ll probably never use again.  This way you will earn some extra cash which can be put aside to pay for your moving costs.

2. Furniture and books.

Family heirlooms aside, make sure that they will fit in your new interior; remember that you are going through an important lifestyle change, and that may be easier in a new interior. Likewise, how old is your bed?
Books are very heavy . Take the ones you are likely to read again, and those who represent something special for you, but sell or give away the rest.

3. Book with a low-cost moving company.

Imagine you can move your belongings to your new home for a reasonable price by booking with a low-cost company? Would you choose the more expensive option only because they say they offer a premium service?
The main reason that low-cost removers can offer a cheaper price is that they have an extensive partnership network of transport providers who readily accept longer or shorter routes all across Europe optimising empty capacity.

Another great benefit that removals firms such as European Moving offer are the early bird discounts. For example, if you fill out our online form, we’ll send you a moving quote within three days. And even better, if you book your move with us within five days of receiving your quote, you’ll get a 10% early booking discount.

Three tips when choosing an affordable moving service:
1. Do your research well in advance and don’t go with the first removals company you come across
2. Try to avoid moving around holidays as it’s usually more expensive
3. Get familiar with any hidden charges

4. White goods and wardrobe.

Your domestic large electronic items like fridge, washing machine, etc are bulky and heavy items to move. Its an ideal choice to sell them off. Television set likely will not work in your country of destination, but its fragility increases with size. Its better sold.
Your wardrobe should reflect the climate you’re going to. If you’re moving to sunnier climes, you may not need your many overcoats. Like as above sell your unwanted clothes, give it to families or friends, to charities, whatever but cross those things off the list of what you take.

5. Save money when moving by saving on packing

Undoubtedly, packing is considered to be one of the most dreaded chores. However, what most people don’t know is that packing your personal belongings can also turn out to be quite expensive.

Professional packing materials such as wrapping paper, bubble wrap and padding materials can cost a small fortune. If you are considering buying professional wrapping materials, make sure to research the prices at different shops, brick-and-mortar, and online so that you find the best deals. It is also worth paying a visit to your local pound shops.

Note that most moving companies and removers can provide a packing service for an additional cost, so if you want to save money you would be better off packing your belongings by yourself. A good way to save money on packing is by asking family, friends or even the nearby supermarkets for free card boxes, newspapers and wrapping paper. You can even post on various social media groups – you’ll be surprised how many people are willing to help and pass on packing supplies they no longer need for free.

Here’s a recap of the most important things you can do to save money on packing:
1. Get creative and use things you already have at home
2. Source free packing materials
3. Get rid of all the things that you don’t need

There you have it – five efficient ways to save money when moving home! Keep them in mind for a cheaper and easier move.

Curious to see what we can offer? Get your free, no-obligation moving quote now at www.europeanmoving.co.uk.