Moving to a new home can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. With the right planning and preparation, you can make your move smooth and stress-free. At In The Box Moving, we’ve been helping people like you with their moves for many years. Here are 15 of our top moving and packing tips to help simplify your experience:
1. Create an inventory list – Make sure you know what items are packed in which boxes so that unpacking is easier at the other end. Label each box with both its contents and its room of origin or destination, too.
2. Book professional movers early – Get organized ahead of time and book professional movers as early as possible so that you can secure a slot. In The Box Moving will help make your move easy and efficient.
3. Measure in advance – Before you order packing materials, ensure that everything fits in the moving truck or container by measuring your furniture and other items in advance.
4. Purge unwanted items – Now is the time to get rid of anything that you no longer need or want to take with you on the move, such as clothes, books, utensils, etc. This will also lighten up your load when it’s time to pack and move!
5. Pack smartly – Don’t overfill boxes—they will be too heavy and difficult to lift into the truck or storage unit. Use smaller boxes for heavier items and large ones for lighter things like pillows, towels, linens, etc.
6. Wrap furniture – Wrap all furniture pieces with bubble wrap or blankets to prevent them from being scratched or dented during the move.
7. Clean before you pack– Make sure your place is as clean as possible before packing up your belongings so that they don’t get dirty while in transit.
8. Pack an essentials box – Pack a box of items you’ll need right away when you arrive at your new home, such as toiletries and other supplies for your first few days there.
9. Keep important documents nearby – Bring copies of important documents, such as passports and birth certificates, with you when you’re moving. If possible, scan them and save them to the cloud as well in case anything happens to the hard copies.
10. Have a plan for your pets – Pets can often be stressed by moving day, so make sure they are looked after and that there is someone who can look after them while you’re packing up or during the move itself.
11. Take pictures of electronics – Before unplugging any electronic items like TVs or computers, take photos of their setup so that you can easily reconnect everything upon arrival at your new home.
12. Disassemble furniture pieces – Taking apart furniture will make it easier to pack and transport, and also provide more room in the truck or storage unit.
13. Label cords and wires – Bundle your cables, electrical cords, and other electronics accessories together and label them for easy identification later on.
14. Pack a toolkit – Make sure you have the necessary tools to assemble furniture pieces at your new home, such as a hammer, screwdrivers, etc., in one place so that it’s easier to find when needed.
15. Label boxes by room– As you pack items into boxes, make sure they are marked clearly according to their destination rooms so that unpacking is much simpler once you arrive.
Following these 15 tips will help ensure a successful move! For more reliable moving services that prioritize speed and convenience, contact In The Box Moving today! We offer hassle-free, simple moving solutions to help make your move as easy and stress-free as possible. Reach out now to get started!