- Start planning early and create a timeline to keep yourself on track.
- Declutter your home before packing to reduce the number of items you need to move.
- Create an inventory of all your belongings to keep track of everything during the move.
- Label all boxes clearly with their contents and which room they belong in.
- Pack items from each room together to make unpacking easier.
- Use packing materials like bubble wrap and packing paper to protect fragile items.
- Use garbage bags to pack clothing and bedding, which can be easily transported and unpacked.
- Pack a first-day essentials box with items you’ll need immediately after the move, like toiletries, a change of clothes, and important documents.
- Don’t pack heavy items in large boxes, as they may be difficult to lift and move.
- Use suitcases to transport heavy items like books.
- Use small boxes or containers to pack heavy items like dishes to avoid overloading boxes.
- Use plastic wrap to keep drawers and cabinets closed during transport.
- Keep screws and bolts from disassembled furniture in labeled bags to avoid losing them.
- Use plastic wrap or moving blankets to protect furniture from scratches and dents.
- Take photos of how electronics are connected before unplugging them to make reassembly easier.
- Use clear plastic bags to pack hardware from disassembled items like bed frames and bookshelves.
- Pack fragile items like dishes and glassware vertically to prevent breakage.
- Use socks to protect stemware during transport.
- Use mattress bags to protect mattresses during transport.
- Pack items in your car that you’ll need during the move, like snacks, water, and entertainment.
- Hire professional movers if you have large or fragile items that require special handling.
- Get insurance coverage for your move to protect your belongings during transport.
- Confirm your moving date and details with your moving company a few days in advance.
- Inform your utility companies of your move to avoid being charged for services you no longer use.
- Forward your mail to your new address with the post office.
- Pack a separate box with items you’ll need for your pets during the move, like food, water, and toys.
- Pack a separate box with items you’ll need for your children during the move, like snacks, toys, and games.
- Donate or sell items you don’t need before the move to reduce clutter in your new home.
- Use a rolling cart to transport heavy items like boxes and furniture.
- Use color-coded labels to differentiate between boxes belonging to different rooms.
- Use a hand truck or dolly to move heavy items like appliances and furniture.
- Make arrangements for childcare and pet care during the move.
- Pack breakable items like mirrors and picture frames with care to prevent damage.
- Use furniture sliders to move heavy items like sofas and dressers without scratching the floor.
- Pack seasonal items like holiday decorations separately and label them clearly.
- Take measurements of your new home to ensure your furniture will fit through the doors and hallways.
- Hire a cleaning service to clean your old home after you’ve moved out.
- Research parking restrictions in your new neighborhood to avoid getting a ticket during the move.
- Pack heavy items like books in small boxes to avoid overloading and breaking the box.
- Use wardrobe boxes to transport clothing on hangers.
February 27, 2024
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