Moving day is getting closer by the day, and you might be experiencing some troubles like not knowing where to start, and how much time you will be needing to get everything ready for your move. The good news is that you’re in the right place. Your to-do list might seem daunting, and you might be having a hard time organizing your entire relocation so it doesn’t turn into a chaotic process that will drain you and your family completely. You want your move to be completed as fast as possible, while keeping it organized and running smoothly the entire time so it doesn’t make you stress a lot more than you should be. This is more than a possibility, when using these moving tips that our moving professionals at Roseville Movers are providing you with. Your life, and your entire moving experience will be a breeze when following this mini-guide. Expect an easy relocation by following the 10 moving tips bellow:
1. Request quotes from moving companies
When looking for movers, it is important to do your research and find the most reliable movers that offer a service that fits your moving needs. It is optimal to request at least three moving quotes before settling on a certain company. You can always ask your friends and family for recommendations for movers, or you can do your own research and find the best moving company on your own. Finding the cheapest movers can seem like a great solution for your budget – but in this case, you might be better moving on your own. Moving companies with suspiciously cheap prices are most likely not licensed, more likely not insured, and don’t conduct their business in the professional manner it should be. You could risk the state of your entire move, which is why it is always the best option to find reliable, reputable movers that have a reasonable pricing for their services. You will always receive a service that you will be content with.
2. Get rid of items you no longer find use for
Try to not avoid getting rid of unnecessary items from your home once you start packing. This can be a difficult experience for most people, as the items you no longer need could have some sentimental value, or bring back some memories for you or your family members. However, donating, selling or throwing your unneeded items can speed up your move, leave you with less items to pack and unpack at your new location, and free up some space for new items and new memories. This is the best opportunity to complete this process, as you will be going through your entire item collection and packing each belonging individually.
3. Find your electronic boxes
Before you start packing your expensive electronics such as your tv, consider looking for the original boxes, as it will be the best form of protection for your fragile items. If you don’t possess the original boxes anymore, you can always ask your movers to bring a few on the day of your move if they do provide them for their clients. This will ensure the maximum protection and safety of your expensive items, and help you relax during your move.
4. Visit the hardware store
Finding free packing supplies at your local grocery store can be a good deal, but these boxes might fall apart due to wear and result in breakage or damage of your delicately packed items. Visiting your local hardware store and purchasing quality packing supplies might be the best option for your packing endeavor as you will be resting peacefully knowing that your items are safe and sound. You can also look for good deals on quality boxes and other supplies online.
5. Start packing weeks ahead
Most people will tell you that it is perfectly possible to pack for your move in three days, and frankly – yes, it is possible. However, be prepared to stress as you’ve never stressed before – and pack as fast as you possibly can. While it is possible to pack up in a few days, starting early is smarter for quite a few reasons. First, the entire process of packing will fit into your schedule much easier if you pack for an hour or two a day, than taking three entire days of your life and dedicating them to packing. Secondly, you’ll be much less stressed as you will know that you have enough time to complete the entire process. Thirdly, your items are bound to be packed more properly and delicately if you are working without worrying or without any pressure. This will result in a much more effective packing experience than working against the clock to finish by the time your movers arrive.
6. Leave your necessities unpacked
Items that you will be needing immediately when you step foot inside your new home – should never be packed with the rest of your items. This can lead to a chaotic mess inside your new home during your first night there, as you will be spending quite some time opening boxes looking for your toothbrush. Leave your most important belongings unpacked and pack them into a tote, bag, separate box or a clear box, so you can have access to them as soon as you move into your new home.
7. Pack least used rooms first
Instead of starting with your kitchen, consider starting the packing process in your attic, guest bedroom, or garage. It is less likely that you will be needing items from these rooms until your move takes place, and it will be easier to pack room by room and stay organized. Leave your most used rooms unpacked until the last week before your move, and also remember to leave your necessities unpacked.
8. Place your boxes in a designated area
Instead of having your movers go into every single room to pick up a few boxes, consider taking the extra step and moving your boxes into one specific area, optimally near your front entrance so your movers can have easy access to your boxes during the entire loading process.
9. Label every box with contents
It might seem unnecessary, but labeling your boxes not only with the rooms they go to but the contents inside as well, can relieve you from a lot of hassle when having to unpack once you settle in your new home. You will know exactly where each item is, and which boxes to start with in each room.
10. Unpack box by box
Instead of unpacking your entire collection of boxes and then placing your items in their designated space, it might be more efficient and less stress inducing to unpack one box, put those items away, and then grab another box. This way, you won’t be pressured into having to unpack all at once, but can take your time and stress a lot less about the entire process.
