Moving from one home to another is often thought of as a stressful, time-consuming process. However, moving doesn't have to be as difficult as you think it might be. If you want to make your move as easy as possible and take some of the hassle out of relocating, you can do certain things before and during the move to simplify the process.
By using a premade checklist or creating a new one, you can stay better organized and have an easier time staying on schedule. This checklist can include every task that you'll need to do on the days leading up to the move as well as on the moving day itself. From organizing and packing items to scheduling services, try to include all the important details on your list so that nothing important is missed.
You'll be less likely to lose things if you label your moving boxes clearly. Each label can include some of the specific items in the box as well as the room that the items belong in to make keeping track of them easier. You can organize your items better and locate them easier when you need to unpack by including numbers or color codes on the labels.
One of the best ways to downsize your moving load is to get rid of items that you no longer want or need. Old clothes, toys, and books can be donated or thrown away if they're no longer in useable condition. To reduce paper clutter and downsize your load even more, try digitizing some of your documents if this is possible.
You likely don't want any of your most important documents to get mixed in with your other items and possibly lost. Gather these documents and keep them in a separate portable file box during the earliest stages of your move. Making digital copies of these documents can also be helpful. Some of the most important documents to keep separate include:
Some of the items that you already own can possibly be used as packing materials, which can save you money on packing supplies. Suitcases, backpacks, and duffle bags can be used to pack some of your clothes and other small household possessions. Small plastic containers may also come in handy. Pillows and stuffed items along with some of your clothes can be used to provide padding for fragile items.
Household cleaners, personal care products, and other liquids that you plan to move could leak even if you think that their containers are sealed tightly. Transport liquids upright in plastic bins, and use additional plastic material to line the bins. You can also prevent leaks by applying tape to the tops of the containers for a tighter seal.
Refrigerators and freezers can also leak while being moved if the ice inside melts. By remembering to defrost your refrigerator and freezer before you move, you won't have to worry about cleaning up any water messes that could damage some of your belongings.
By hiring movers, you can avoid much of the stress that usually comes along with DIY moves and have professionals do the heavy lifting and transporting for you. Professional movers can also provide packing assistance to save you time. You can even get help with canceling or transferring certain services if you choose to take advantage of the concierge relocation support that's available.
The effort that you put forth to simplify your move can pay off big in the end. Modern Moving is a full-service moving company that can handle your move from start to finish and help you manage many of the important details along the way. Contact Modern Moving today for a free estimate.
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