4 Stress-Free Moving Tips You Should Know

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Moving to a new place is inevitable, considering that your life circumstances could improve, and you will have to transfer to a better, bigger, and brighter home. Sealing a good deal is only a part of the process. There’s still the challenge of having to bring all of your valuables to the new place. 

Apart from having to list down what needs to be transferred, you will also have to make sure all of your valuables will still be in one piece once they arrive.

There’s also the time, money, and effort you will have to exert to get the job done. Still, the result can be satisfying depending on how well you pull it off. You just have to look for ways to make the process less hectic, taxing, and costly on your part. Here are a few tips you might want to keep in mind. 

1. Start Decluttering and Offloading

Reducing the volume of items to be hauled is the first, if not the most rational, step in simplifying your move. Especially if you’re an avid collector or just someone who loves having so much, it can be difficult to bring everything along. You may not need all of it, so you might as well offload some as early as possible. That way, you won’t have to pay extra for larger containers, vans, or storage units. 

It helps if you could do an inventory of items you can live without. There could be toys and fixtures that are better off discarded, sold, or handed down. Unless these items hold significant sentimental value, then it should give you peace of mind to see fewer things to pack and load. From there, you can start packing the ones you want to keep. 

2. Make a List

As you proceed to packing larger items such as furniture, being organized can lessen your stress and help you avoid costly issues. To start, come up with a list of the most important items per room and area. You may have to measure the sizes of some of these items, as this will help you decide on a hauling option that fits your needs and budget. 

It helps if you could come up with an itemized list and take pictures of collapsible fixtures you might want to install in your new home. You should also pack similar items together and determine which ones require extra care and special storage materials. 

3. Create a Timeline of Tasks

It’s not enough to build a list of items to haul. If you have so much to bring with you, packing everything and emptying your home won’t happen overnight. Considering you might have other tasks to deal with leading up to the big move, a schedule will help you focus on the more essential tasks. 

One thing you must avoid is making any last-minute packing. Not only will this exhaust you, but you could end up paying more in extra fees and avoiding damages, especially if you fail to consider certain fragile items that should’ve been packed before the big day. With a timeline, you have peace of mind knowing every valuable is accounted for. 

4. Find a Reliable Moving Company

You can make do with a rented van if you don’t have much to haul. On the other hand, if you have a large volume to transfer over long distances, consider reaching out to a reliable company that has a good track record in moving containers across country. 

Find one that also has storage solutions across multiple locations in addition to offering support when it comes to packing and loading. As a rule, look for several companies and request quotes. Narrow down this list until you can find a service that meets your specifications. 

Endnote

Moving to a new city or town can eat up much of your time unless you’re well-prepared for it. Consider the tips above so you can transfer with ease.