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Everyone is welcome here. It doesn’t matter what your age or gender is, it is never too late to learn self-defense. But Krav Maga is more than just a martial art. Our instructors share the belief that training in Krav Maga teaches discipline, and dedication and have overall positive benefits on our students' physical and mental health. That is why one of the core tenants at the Krav Maga School of East London is that our work does more than teach students how to defend themselves in shifty situations.

Moving to East London

The moment has come to move to a new place and start a new life. There is a lot of work ahead of you since you need to make thorough and detailed preparations. One of the key elements of any removal is creating a moving checklist. Once you create yours and look closely at it, you will see that packing is one of the trickiest and most time-consuming moving tasks. Therefore, you need to think about your packing options before you even set up your budget and start looking for a company for your relocation. The big question is: should you pack on your own or hire a reputable and reliable man and van company in London to pack your belongings professionally and quickly? Hiring professional packers will save you time but it will cost you more money. Self-packing will save you a lot of money but it requires much more time and effort on your part. Plus, you risk running out of time and not finishing before the moving day, as well as damaging your belongings.

Before you make your decision, make sure you check the following advantages and disadvantages of packing yourself and determine if DIY packing is truly the best option for you.

Advantages of packing on your own

Some people choose to pack at their own pace because the idea of other people meddling with their personal belongings doesn’t feel comfortable. DIY packing can ensure peace of mind because you have control over what to pack and when to pack. Other advantages of self-packing are:

• Reduced expenses;
• Packing on a flexible schedule;
• Relying on a personal packing strategy;

Reduced expenses

If you choose to pack on your own, you will save money regarding the service itself. However, you may need to spend some on packing material including boxes, wrapping, padding, and other. But it is possible to save money here as well if you have the time and are willing to put a little effort in it. You can try to get free boxes from your local stores or use linen as padding or use newspaper as packing paper, etc. However, when it comes to delicate and valuable items, you should get quality packing supplies to prevent damages or scratching. Packing majority of your items shouldn’t be a problem to you but you might consider seeking professional help when disassembling your bed or packing furniture, or when packing or handling specialty items.

Packing on a flexible schedule

When it comes to stressful experiences such as moving, flexibility is a relevant element when trying to reduce stress levels and ensure a smooth relocation. If you opt for a DIY packing, you can take as much time as you want and pack for an hour a day or more, or even pack at night. You won’t feel the pressure, which will make you relaxed and focused, hopefully. Packing in a convenient time will allow you to sort out your belongings in a stress-free way and pack them safely and meticulously. Additional benefit of packing on a flexible schedule is ensuring peace of mind because when packing your belongings, you will always do it with utmost care.

Personal packing strategy

Another advantage of packing your belongings by yourself for your removal is creating a packing strategy according your individual needs and preferences. This means that you will pack your items strategically and you will know at any time where to find a certain item. You will be able to go through your stuff first and sort them out. It is advised that you declutter first and decide what items to take with you and what items to toss into trash or sell. Then, you can group your belongings according to their destination room, type or other way meaningful to you. You can create your own labelling system for the boxes so unpacking them should go smoothly and quickly. Additionally, this will help you when you arrive at your new home and need essential items for the first couple of days.

Supplies you will need when packing for a move

Must-have supplies	Great extras you can also use
Moving boxes – different sizes	Box cutters
Tape	Gloves
Scissors	Coloured stickers
Coloured markers	Newspapers
Bubble wrap	Old towels or blankets

Disadvantages of packing on your own

On the other hand, packing on your own also has few disadvantages. People who are moving and packing for the first time might find this task challenging and there is a risk of not completing it on time, before the moving day. Before you make your final decision, consider these cons of DIY packing when moving.

You risk running out of time

Running out of time when packing is one of the worst things that can happen when moving. The last thing you want is to just throw your possessions in boxes in the last minute. People usually underestimate time they have to make preparations or pack. They postpone tasks thinking they have enough time but usually end up stressing and facing unpleasant consequences. Therefore, when you choose to pack on your own, you have to make thorough preparations and plan packing in detail. You can be flexible and you have a freedom to decide how many hours a day you want to spend packing, but you also need to be realistic and understand that the time is something you never want to underestimate, especially when moving.

You risk damaging your belongings

When packing your own stuff, you will be careful, no doubt about that. You will put an extra effort to carefully pack fragile items, valuable items, and other. You are also aware of the damage risk during transportation and this will motivate you additionally to do your best when protecting your belongings. However, you are not a professional packer, you don’t have experience and you are not familiar with certain packing techniques. Additionally, if you don’t use proper and quality packing materials, you will end up with broken items, damaged valuables and shattered breakables. Bottom line, carefully consider packing everything on your own. Decide whether you are ready to take this risk.

What about insurance?

Usually, when you hire professional to pack and move your possessions, you can choose what type of insurance you want. But, if you pack on your own and only rent a van or book a trained man and van in London, the movers will not be responsible in case of something breaks or get damaged. This will be all on you. Therefore, think carefully about your options.

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