Removals Corby

Packing for a UK Move

At Lund Conlon, we understand just how important it is to use only the best packing materials for your move.

We train our staff to pack and wrap your precious belongings carefully and skillfully in order to avoid damage to your property.

On your move day, the removal team will arrive with all the materials required to carry out your move.

Your belongings will be carefully placed into a range of different-sized boxes.

Depending on what is being packed; books, clothing, glassware, china, pots, and pans, our team are fully prepared to pack any items you may have.

We are proud to say that our cartons are made from environmentally friendly materials so can be fully recycled.

Bubble wrap and tissue paper are used to protect your fragile items.

Anything requiring specialist care, such as antiques, will be packed in made-to-measure wooden crates for extra protection.

You may be relocating to a new home a few miles away or traveling thousands of miles to an international destination.

Irrespective of the distance, our comprehensive knowledge of the packing process will mean your effects will arrive safe and sound

There is rarely a situation we have not encountered.

You can rest assured that you are in safe hands with Lund Conlon Removers & Storers.

Packing for a European or International Move

Lund Conlon has as many years of experience in moving people to Europe and Internationally as it has within the UK.

The packing process is largely the same for moves further afield. However, extra padding and covering will be used to minimize movement during transport.

As the packing commences, the team will complete a comprehensive inventory of all your belongings as each box is filled or item wrapped.

Our experienced pre-move surveyor will provide you beforehand with the customs regulations pertaining to your destination country.

Depending on where in the world your consignment needs to go, your effects could travel by sea, air, or road.

International consignments are generally containerised, and sent by sea.

Journey times vary but, it can take several weeks for your consignment to arrive at its destination countries port of entry.

It is vital that everything is secure and well packed as these large vessels often encounter rough seas.

Long road journeys are subject to a lot of vibration which can sometimes result in load shifting.

Protecting and securing the load tightly is  imperative.

Irrespective of how your goods are transported Lund Conlon’s first-class packers work hard to make sure that everything arrives in one piece.

Insurance

At Lund Conlon we pride ourselves on delivering a first-class service.

However, no matter how meticulously our moves are carried out, there are risks involved which are outside our control.

Transporting your consignment is a classic example.

We endeavor to pack and load your effects with utmost care and attention. However, there is always a possibility, that an accident could occur whilst they are in transit.

This is why we offer our customers insurance cover.

If you provide us with an insurance declaration of the value of your goods, the amount of our liability to you in the event of loss or damage to those goods will be a maximum of £50,000.

We can accept insurance liability for a higher amount, in which case we may make an additional charge.

If you decide not to take out any insurance with us, you may find your own house insurance has some form of cover for goods in transit.

For anything we move for you which is not covered by either your own or our insurance, in the event of any loss or damages, caused by negligence or breach of contract on our part.

Our liability to you will be assessed as a sum equivalent to the cost of their repair or replacement, subject to a maximum liability of £40 per item.

Just speak to our helpful surveyor when he undertakes your house move survey and he can clarify the process for you.

Shopping in Corby

When you are searching for a new place to call home, you want to be sure that among other things you are not having to travel miles to the nearest store or shopping centre.

In the large Willow Place Shopping Mall, you will find big brand clothing names such as Next, Primark, H&M and New Look. For household  items there are stores such as Argos, Home Bargains and Wilko.

Willow Place also fits the bill when it comes to a relaxing lunch, a quick fix takeaway on the go or a cup of freshly made coffee.

For a sit-down lunch, La Fonte Italian Restaurant serves an impressive variety of authentic Italian favourites and is well-priced.

While a grab-and-go at Subway, Burger King or Greggs is ideal if you don’t have much time.

JD Wetherspoon is always good for a hearty but reasonably priced breakfast or lunch.

In fact, there are over 140 stores, restaurants, cafes, and banks present in the mall.

In addition, running since 1201 the now indoor market is held Monday – Sunday each week giving a variety of products depending on the day you visit.

With Tesco, Morrisons, Lidl and an Asda superstore also present in the town. Meaning there are plenty of places to do the grocery shopping too.

Located on the corner of Alexandra Road is the Oasis Retail Park where there are even more shopping choices.

Having so many shops close to hand in Corby means you certainly won’t have to look far for an all-round retail experience.

Working in Corby

There is no point moving anywhere if you are unable to find work in the area.

Thankfully, Corby has many employment opportunities across a wide section of industries.

Much of Corby’s industry is concentrated in purpose-built industrial estates on the outskirts of the town.

Employment is biased towards manufacturing, public administration, health, and education.

Several large food manufacturers have bases in Corby. Weetabix produces their popular breakfast cereal Weetos here. The Zwanenberg Food Group UK has been in Corby since 1988 making cooked meat snacking products.

Jobs within the education sector are available at Corby’s many schools.

Outside the town there at three universities within commuting distance also providing gainful employment to local residents.

Retail work is always an option, whether it is in a customer service role or at management level.

To quickly find out if you would be able to land a good job in Corby. Visit an online human resource company such as Totaljobs or indeed.com.

Both these sites have hundreds of vacant positions available in Corby.

Schools & Education in Corby

When you are in the early stages of planning your move, high on your agenda of must haves are good schools.

Even if you don’t have children at the time of your move, chances are you might in years to come.

Buying a home close to a good school is obviously going to benefit your children.

But a good school can also improve the desirability of your home, thereby increasing its value.

Corby has some great schools for all ages, many of which are Ofsted-rated “outstanding”.

Corby Primary (3-11 years), Brooke Weston Academy (11-18 years) and the Maplefields Academy for children with special needs (5-19 years) have all been inspected and rated “outstanding”.

Plus, there are many more “outstanding” and “good” schools available.

Older students can attend the Corby campus of Tresham Institute of Further and Higher Education. It provides a range of vocational courses for post-16 students and adult learners.

The nearest universities are the University of Northampton, 23 miles and both the University of Leicester and De Montfort University in Leicester, both around 25 miles away.

Getting around Corby

As its convenient connections are one of Corby’s selling points, it comes as no surprise that getting around the town or travelling outside it is a sinch.

The added bonus or the cherry on the top is that you can work in London and live in Corby easily. The commute is a direct one into St Pancras if you use the fastest service which takes just over an hour.

To book tickets or enquire about prices log onto the Trainline website.

Corby’s road network is different from that of older towns with several dual carriageways. Wide reservations and high-speed limits make travel fast and generally free-flowing.

Corby is served by six bus routes under the Corby Star brand name. It provides routes to major places in the region such as Peterborough, Kettering, Wellingborough and lots of other towns in between.

Useful Contacts in Corby

It takes a few weeks to settle into a new area.

During this time, you need to explore what is available with regard to the practicalities your new area offers.

The nearest hospital, refuse collections days, council tax and other useful information are all going to be important to you.

Your local council website is the ideal place to find this sort of information all in one place.

Most council’s also advertise local meet up groups, childrens clubs or sports events.

These are all perfect if you are feeling a little lonely when you first arrive.

Corby Town Council, provides all you need to know in order to settle quickly and become part of the local community.

Property in Corby

Another vital piece of the relocation jigsaw is how much you can expect to pay for a home in the town.

For a location with commuter links to the capital, prices are temptingly low. Some homes even selling below the £95,000 mark.

The town has a huge number of semi-detached properties that are very popular with buyers.

First-time buyers are not forgotten as Corby also supplies properties for this end of the market.

As Corby expands, new build sites are popping up all over the town.

Visit OnTheMarket to discover if there is a brand-new home that is right up your street.

Renting a Home in Corby

Finding a suitable rental home is becoming increasingly difficult.

The current financial crisis has sadly created a number of problems for buyers trying to get a mortgage, which has had a knock-on effect for renters.

With the cost of buying a home increasing rapidly, it makes saving for a deposit almost impossible.

Rental homes have never been in such high demand.

Leasing a home has become for some, the only option.

It is good to know that although rentals market is competitive, there is a good selection of homes vacant and ready to let in Corby.