Inventory
Working out the inventory size
Working out the size of what you need to move takes a bit of time, but it is really important to make sure you get a correct quote to make sure your move happens smoothly on the day.
Follow these steps
- Make a list of everything you need to move
- Measure big items to work out how big they are
- Estimate for each room how many boxes (of whatever size you decide) everything else will need
- Add it all up!
An example for an average fridge/freezer
|
Length |
x Depth |
x Height |
=VOLUME |
|
0.55 metres |
0.55 metres |
1.65 metres |
= 0.50 cubic metres |
|
55 cm |
55 cm |
165 cm |
= 0.50 cubic metres |
|
1.9 ft |
1.9 ft |
5ft (18 cubic feet) |
= 0.50 cubic metres |
Calculating in feet? Take the total cubic ft and divide by 35 to get your cubic metres. Please use the following estimates as a general guide only! (cbm = cubic metres)
|
Average 2 seater sofa / settee |
2.00 cbm |
|
Armchair |
1.00 cbm |
|
3 piece suite |
3.00 cbm |
|
Futon |
0.5 cbm |
|
4 boxes of pots, pans, crockery, books etc. |
0.5 cbm |
|
1 Microwave ovens 1 cubic metre |
1.00 cbm |
|
Executive office desk |
1.00 cbm |
|
PC Monitor / printer / keyboard / box software |
0.5 cbm |
|
Office chair |
0.3 cbm |
|
Table and 6 Chairs (Stackable) |
2.00 cbm |
|
8 Boxes of garden tools and equipment |
1.00 cbm |
Also in this section
- Moving to the Netherlands: Getting started
- Getting a quote: How it works
- Inventory: Working out the inventory size
- Which company: Choosing a removal company
- Before you move: A checklist of things you have to consider
- Professional removal companies: How to work with them
- Doing it yourself: How to arrange your move abroad
