Packing, moving and storage tips!

Research has shown that moving house is one of the most stressful life events – but it doesn’t need to be! Follow these top ten packing and moving tips in order to make sure that the first stage of your house move goes as smoothly as possible in order to keep everything stress free:

1. Don’t Overload

One of the most important things you should do when packing is make sure you don’t overload your boxes. Always make sure you pack books in smaller boxes and lighter items like bedding in larger boxes. If a box is over loaded it could lead to damaged items if the box breaks, it could also lead to health problems if you attempt to lift an over loaded box.

2. Use a System

Don’t just chuck things in a box but have a clear system of how you are going to begin packing. Always pack each room in turn so you don’t miss anything in the room.

3. Label Clearly

Once you have identified your system and started packing your items you need to make sure you clearly label all your boxes. Always write on the box the name of the room and a list of what the box contains. This will make life a lot easier when you are unpacking your boxes.

4. Wrap Valuables and padding boxes

In order to prevent damage from occurring use bubble-wrap or packing paper. Make sure that your fragile items are placed in separate boxes and don’t pack your delicate ornaments with heavy objects. If you have breakables packed within a spacious box then make sure you pad it out with materials such as bubble wrap or even your sofa cushions in order to stop items from hitting each other. If you are packing your kitchen make sure you individually wrap each plate or glass.

5. Spread Weight Evenly

Don’t put all of the heavy items in one box as this will only cause damage to the box and the person carrying out. Try to distribute the weight of items evenly across all of the boxes to make sure your move goes as smoothly as possible.

6. Stack Logically

Once your boxes are packed make sure that you stack them logically to avoid damage. Always stack your heavy boxes at the bottom, with the lighter and fragile ones towards on top.

7. Load Large Items First

When you are packing your van make sure you put items on furniture on first. You should put your chest of draws in then place some protection on top of it like a removal blanket, followed by your boxes. Always try and stand your sofas on the ends as this will save you
space in your van. Remember to keep your valuable and fragile items in a safe place.

8. Start Early

Leaving packing to the last minute is the easiest way to create a stressful move. Start early and make sure that you give yourself plenty of time to get things sorted. Try and pack your non essential items early and stack the boxes in your garage or spare room. This will save time on the day of your removal.

9. Leave the Essentials Until Last

It is easy to get carried away when packing, but remember that you still need to live in your current residence till you are ready to move. Leave packing essential items, such as the kettle, till last to ensure that you are able to enjoy your home before the move.

10. Put items in storage

If you are placing your items into a storage unit, always make sure you put your essentials at the front of the unit. You don’t want to have to unload the whole storage unit just to get that essential item out a few days later!

If you need to purchase any packaging please visit our packaging shop on our website http://www.barretts-selfstorage.co.uk/

If you need a quotation for a removal, storage or both! Then please contact us at info@barretts-selfstorage.co.uk or telephone 01865 891406

Storage and Fulfilment services in Oxford

Whether you are a Power Seller on eBay, have an ecommerce website or just having a dabble in buying and selling online, your stock might be cluttering up your living space. So, why not reclaim the space in your home and place your stock in a secure location with Barretts Self Storage.

As your business grows, so do your costs. See how switching your operation to Barretts Self Storage fulfilment services could save you serious money and help your business grow. We can help businesses of any size, wherever they are in the World, with selling and distributing products in the UK, the whole of Europe, or globally. We can offer a complete package depending on your business needs, whether you’re sending one item a week or one a minute, we can help. We can cater for any size products to anywhere to in the world from a small box to a complete engine

How our fulfilment services work

• We hold your stock at our storage facilities in Oxfordshire
• You sell your products as normal, through your website, mail order or eBay.
• You provide us with your order details by email
• We process the order, securely packaging it, and dispatch it to your customer the same day

Benefits of our Storage services

• No Business Rates to pay
• Store for as little as seven days or as long as you want
• No complicated or legal leases to sign
• Change your unit size without charge
• We will accept your stock deliveries on your behalf and then contact you
• 24hr digital CCTV and perimeter fencing
• Fork lifting service available
• Drive straight up to your storage unit
• Free parking

If you need any further information please contact us on 01865 891406 or email at info@barretts-selfstorage.co.uk

http://www.barretts-selfstorage.co.uk/fulfilment.htm

PARCEL MAILBOX SERVICE

Never miss your parcel deliveries at home again! At Barretts Self Storage we can receive your deliveries or oversee the collection of your outgoing packages 6 days a week. This service saves you wasting time waiting for deliveries or collections at home or at work, worrying about delivery vans visiting your empty home, risking valuable goods being left unattended or wasting time receiving deliveries at your office or shop.

We check deliveries for quantity and obvious damage and ensure that they are placed in a secure storage area. When your items have arrived at our storage centre, we will then contact you either by e-mail, text or phone to let you know your delivery has arrived.

Our Delivery Reception service is available for £15 per month which includes 10 deliveries or collections. Additional receptions or collections are £1 each.

If you need a larger space we can provide you with your own secure, private storage unit for a small extra cost.

We can also arrange to send your items anywhere in the world using our DHL Service Point service.

If you need any further information please contact us on 01865 891406 or email us


http://www.barretts-selfstorage.co.uk/

Business Mailboxes & Mailing Addresses

Home businesses or startups – a mailbox will keep your running costs low, your personal and business lives separate and present a credible business address from our storage site in Oxfordshire.

Expanding businesses – our mailbox and mailing address services allow you to grow your business without the office running costs. Our mail forwarding can further support your business’s expansion.

Businesses requiring a confidential mailing address, or receiving secure mail – our staff will sign for Royal Mail and courier mail deliveries during our office hours, so you don’t need to worry about being available. We’ll also forward your mail anywhere in the world to you if needed.

If you need a larger space we can provide you with your own secure, private storage room for a small extra cost.

If you regularly require courier services our DHL Service Point allows you to maximise your time by arranging deliveries whilst you visit your mailbox or storage unit.

For more information please contact us on 01865 891406 or email us

Do you need more time to send your Christmas gifts?

DHL Servicepoint offers later mailing dates than other postal services– giving you more time to find that perfect Christmas present and send it anywhere in the world.

Do you have parcel to send to a family member or friend either in the United Kingdom or anywhere in the world? Why not drop into our Self Storage Centre on the Monument Business Park in Chalgrove, Oxfordshire and we will be able to help you. You simply choose from one of the six robust, specially designed FREE DHL boxes and pay for delivery only.

Key Highlights of this service:

• UK and International delivery
• Free online parcel tracking
• Free packaging for your goods
• All packages are signed for on delivery
• Easy to reach out of town location.
• Available to business and general public.
• Convenient choice of payment - cash, debit or credit car
• Simple pricing structure - priced by size...... if it fits in the box it goes!
• Cheaper than most other ways to send parcels

How it works:

• Choose one of six robust, specially designed DHL boxes
• Complete some simple paperwork and we scan the barcode
• We will store the parcel in a secure storage room until the DHL courier arrives to collect it.
• All parcels are then signed for on delivery at their destination.
• Confidentiality is assured

Where we are:

• Easy to find - your local DHL SERVICEPOINT is located on the Monument Business Park in Chalgrove, OX44 7RW. For more details Contact us
• Easy to park - drive into our Storage Centre for easy drop-offs and pick-ups
• Easy access - open 6 days a week. Monday to Friday 8.30am till 5pm and Saturday mornings 9 till 12

If you would like any further information on our services please don’t hesitate to contact to us either via email at info@barretts-selfstorage.co.uk or telephone on 01865 891406

http://www.barretts-selfstorage.co.uk/barretts_dhl_postal_service.html

Mailbox in Oxford

We now offer a mailbox service at our Self Storage Centre in Chalgrove, Oxfordshire. With one of our secure mailboxes you don't have to worry about packages going astray or mail being left at your home address when there is no-one there to collect it. We can receive your mail and packages from Royal Mail or courier companies, leaving you to collect them from us at your convenience. We are also able to forward your mail and parcels to you anywhere in the world.

Our mailbox in Oxford is a cheap service that is very simple to set-up, our bronze package mailbox for letters only is £10 plus vat per month, and our silver package for letters and parcels is £15 plus vat per month

Why Mailboxes?

• Mailboxes can be used for business customers working from home who need a creditable address.

• For people in shared accommodation wanting a secure mailbox & find mailboxes reassuring & safe.

• Those people who are in the process of moving home, or are regularly on the move can find a mailbox more convenient.

• Ebay Sellers & Buyers.
• Small Businesses.
• Maybe you are moving abroad but need a UK base.
• If you are living at a temporary address
• If you need a temporary mailing address

Mailbox Address:

Your Name / Company name
Barretts Self Storage
50 Monument Business Park
Chalgrove
Oxon
OX44 7RW

If you would like anymore information of this services please contact us via email or by telephone on 01865 891406

http://www.barretts-selfstorage.co.uk/barretts_MailForwardingService.html

DHL POSTAL SERVICE IN OXFORDSHIRE

Barretts Self Storage has partnered with DHL ServicePoint to provide our customers and the public with an easy way to send parcels within the United Kingdom and Internationally.

Do you have a parcel to send? Drop into our Self Storage Centre on the Monument Business park, simply purchase the appropriate DHL box or envelope for your items, then pack and track your items with their FREE online tracking service, it’s that easy!

DHL Service Point is ideal if you have a parcel to send and don’t want to wait in all day for the courier to turn up. The Service Point also allows you to have your DHL parcels delivered to us and collect when a time is convenient for you.

Key Highlights of this service:

• UK and International delivery
• Free online parcel tracking
• Free packaging for your goods
• All packages are signed for on delivery
• Easy to reach out of town location.
• Available to business and general public.
• Convenient choice of payment - cash, debit or credit car
• Simple pricing structure - priced by size...... if it fits in the box it goes!
• Cheaper than most other ways to send parcels

How it works:

• Choose one of six robust, specially designed DHL boxes
• Complete some simple paperwork and we scan the barcode
• We will store the parcel in a secure storage room until the DHL courier arrives to collect it.
• All parcels are then signed for on delivery at their destination.
• Confidentiality is assured

Where we are:

• Easy to find - your local DHL SERVICEPOINT is located on the Monument Business Park in Chalgrove, OX44 7RW. For more details http://www.barretts-selfstorage.co.uk/contact_us.html

• Easy to park - drive into our Storage Centre for easy drop-offs and pick-ups

• Easy access - open 6 days a week. Monday to Friday 8.30am till 5pm and Saturday mornings 9 till 12

Who can benefit:

• All businesses
• EBay sellers
• Home workers
• Gap year students
• Anyone who has parcels or important documents to send

How much it costs:

Pay one simple price based on the size of parcel and delivery location (United Kingdom, European Union, USA/Canada or Rest of World). See below for details.

Prices include VAT. Transit times are a guide only and not guaranteed. Items sent on weekends or Bank Holidays will be collected by a DHL courier the next working day. Carriage is subject to DHL Terms and Conditions. Please note, some items will not be carried and may be prohibited. For details on prohibited items please click here. All shipments will be subject to inspections.

If you would like anymore information please contact us.

www.barretts-selfstorage.co.uk