Moving into a Shared Student House? Here is Your Relocation Checklist

Moving into a shared student house with friends or classmates is one of the best parts of the university experience. However, coordinating multiple people moving in on the same day can quickly lead to chaos. Follow this simple checklist to keep your move organized, stress-free, and budget-friendly.

1. Coordinate Arrival Times & Parking

Student streets in areas like Cathays (Cardiff) or Uplands (Swansea) are famously narrow and parking space is highly competitive. If all roommates arrive at 10:00 AM with different vans, you will block the street and struggle to park. Coordinate with your housemates to stagger your arrival times by at least two hours.

2. Split the Cost of a Larger Van

If several of you are moving from the same area or hometown, why book multiple small cars or vans? On Hefted, you can book a larger Luton or long-wheelbase Sprinter van. You can coordinate your pickups, load everyone's items in one go, and split the transparent Hefted booking fee. It's cheaper, faster, and much better for the environment.

3. Complete a Joint Inventory on Arrival

Before you start unpacking your boxes and setting up your rooms, walk through the house together. Take photos of any pre-existing damage, check that utility meters are read, and test that all appliances work. Keep these records in a shared group chat to ensure you get your full security deposit back when you move out.