Being environmentally friendly is something we should endeavour to do in all aspects of our life. We can do this in numerous ways, such as having regular recycling programmes in our home or workplace, using recycled goods, installing solar powers, using a hybrid car, turning off electronics when not in use and more. These steps all have an impact on the environment and allow us to all do our part. Seeking more ways to be green is vital and it can be done when you are undergoing relocation.
If you are about to undergo removals in London, you may have you work cut out for you. There is a lot of work necessary to transfer from one address to another. This will include bookings services, planning the process, obtaining the required items, packing your goods, handling furniture removals, transporting things and much more.
Adding green removal aspects to this may seem like a lot of work but it isn't as you will soon discover, as well as the other benefits it brings.
The first aspect of the removal you can make green is one of the most important. Obtaining the right packaging for a move is necessary to keep items safe, clean and dry. These materials, whether they are wrapping or boxes can often be items that cannot be recycled. This revolves mostly around plastic, as it is a non-biodegradable material. So, bearing this is mind you should avoid using this material when handling your move. However, if you do go forth and use plastic boxes, then you should not throw them away. Keep them for strong various items, hold onto them for when they may come in useful or gift them to acquaintances who may be in need of them.
You can save money and help the environment with your move by using second hand packing material. Your removals will require a large amount of material to keep the goods secure and you may already have such items available. Using old newspaper, cloth, clothes, sheets and more can save you money on the process and it prevents you from buying new goods. You may have old boxes lying around you can use, and you can use the packaging and box an item originally came with if you still have it. These materials are also easily recycled, so they are worth using for the packing chore.
You may have such items already, but you can ask friends, family, co-workers, etc for these types of items.
The removal van you use for your relocation should be carefully considered. Vehicles have a major impact on the environment, so you should think carefully about what you use. It is beneficial to use one vehicle and take one journey, so avoid using multiple smaller vehicles that cannot fit all your goods inside. This may require you to hire a man and a van service to get this done, but it will ensure a safer time for your goods and less emissions will be released.
When you are finishing with your removal, you will find yourself with a large amount of packing materials. You shouldn't just throw these away as you should carefully go through them and see what can be recycled. Paper, cloth and cardboard are the easiest, as you will likely have a local recycling collection or bins where you can leave them. Remember that keeping hold of the materials can be useful, or you can give them to someone you know who has need of such items.
Moving house can be made green, so follow these tips for an eco-friendly removal.
