Your ultimate moving checklist – brought to you by Man With a Van Brighton
Moving house is a big life moment, and while it’s exciting, it can also be seriously stressful. From packing up your life to making sure everything arrives in one piece—it’s a lot. But don’t worry. Whether you’re relocating across town or just a few streets over, we’ve got your back.
At Man With a Van Brighton, we’ve helped hundreds of locals move smoothly and safely. So here are our top 10 expert-backed tips to make your move around Brighton totally stress-free.
- Start Planning Early
Moving always takes longer than you think. As soon as you have a move date, start preparing. Create a moving checklist, set goals for each week, and give yourself plenty of time to pack.
Pro Tip: Booking your removal service early gives you better availability and better prices—especially in busy areas like Brighton & Hove.
- Declutter Before You Pack
Why move stuff you no longer want? Use this as an opportunity to get rid of old clothes, furniture, or things collecting dust.
Donate, sell, or recycle unwanted items. You’ll save time, money, and space in your new home.
- Label Everything Clearly
When packing, label every box with what’s inside and which room it belongs to. This saves loads of time when unpacking and helps your movers know where to put things.
Bonus Tip: Use colour-coded stickers for even quicker sorting!
- Keep Essentials in a Separate Box
Pack a “first-night” box with your kettle, phone charger, toothbrush, toilet roll, snacks, and anything else you’ll need right away.
Nothing worse than digging through ten boxes just to find your pillow.
- Use the Right Packing Materials
Don’t just throw everything into bin bags! Use strong boxes, bubble wrap for fragile items, and packing paper to keep things safe. You can even use towels and bedding to cushion breakables.
If you need packing materials or help packing, Man With a Van Brighton offers full packing services too.
- Inform Utilities and Update Your Address
Make a checklist of who to notify about your move. Think: electricity, gas, water, broadband, council tax, GP, banks, DVLA, and more.
Doing this in advance avoids any last-minute stress or missed bills.
- Take Measurements
Measure doorways, staircases, and furniture before moving day. You don’t want to find out your sofa doesn’t fit halfway up the stairs!
Our team at Man With a Van Brighton is experienced in tricky moves—we’ll help disassemble and reassemble furniture if needed.
- Keep Valuables With You
Important documents, jewellery, passports, and other valuables should travel with you—not in the back of the van.
Better safe than sorry.
- Don’t Overload Boxes
It’s tempting to fill every box to the top, but heavy boxes are hard to carry and more likely to break. Keep boxes under 20kg and spread heavy items across several.
And remember—books get heavy fast!
- Hire a Trusted Local Moving Company
This is the big one. A professional, friendly moving team can make all the difference between a nightmare move and a smooth experience.
At Man With a Van Brighton, we offer:
Experienced, reliable movers
Fully equipped, clean vans
Local knowledge of Brighton’s streets, flats & parking challenges
Packing, disassembly, and single-item options
Fully insured service
From one-bedroom flats in Kemptown to family homes in Hove, we’ve moved it all. Let us take the stress out of your move so you can focus on settling into your new home.
Final Thoughts
Moving house doesn’t have to be chaos. With a bit of prep and the right team on your side, it can actually be exciting—and even enjoyable. Follow these 10 tips, and you’ll be well on your way to a smooth, stress-free move in Brighton.
