Moving to a new place is a serious step that needs to be carefully considered. Whether you’re just changing your office location or are moving to a new home, you need to be aware of some common pitfalls and how to avoid them. So if you’re about to move, here are some simple tips to make the process easier and reduce stress to a minimum.
Without further ado, here is our succinct but thorough guide for moving. Stay with us till the end to make sure that when the big day comes, everything will run like clockwork.
Start with a checklist
For some people this may sounds like a rather old-fashioned method of keeping important things in mind, but the truth is that it does work, and it works flawlessly.
So, start by making the list as soon as you are sure about the date when you will have to move. Write down all the important things you have coming up:
- Contract a removal company;
- When and what you need to do before the big day;
- Documents you need to prepare;
- Luggage you have to pack;
- etc.
This list should contain everything that occupies your mind. Keep adding to it if new commitments come up, and mark those that have already been completed. This will make it easier for you to track what you have left to do and adjust your schedule accordingly.
Hire a moving company
Many people think that they can deal with organising and carrying all the luggage from one place to another on their own. However, keep in mind that we’re not talking about a couple of suitcases packed for your next vacation here: this is about moving all of your belongings. And for most people they tend to accumulate over time.
We recommend finding a reliable removal company that will ensure your luggage is in the right place at the right time. Save yourself the bother of making several trips and doing the transfer by yourself. Besides, handling all the furniture on your own – even if it may be possible if you own a truck – is hardly any fun.
Research the different companies, the services they offer, and their prices. Ask friends and relatives for some recommendations, in order to find the best fit for your situation. If you are located on the east coast, one of the top options available are the moving and packaging services of Eastland Movers. Naturally, your choice will depend on the area you live and the company’s area of coverage.
Packing without panicking
Start by packing things you won’t need in the last few days before you officially move out. We suggest you divide your luggage by type to make it easier to find your way around and make sure you don’t miss anything.
Pack each family member’s belongings separately. This will not only make it easier to check if you’ve taken everything, but it will also be much easier to sort things out when you move into your new home.
Put important things like documents and contracts in a safe place where they won’t get lost. Pack equipment carefully so it won’t get damaged during the move.
Prepare a bag with the essentials you’ll need for the first few days until you can organize everything – personal documents, cosmetics, a change of clothes and comfortable shoes. That way you won’t have to search through everything to find your purse, for example. And there will be no need to hurry with unpacking. Plan to give yourself a day to rest and clear your mind after the move. This will help make some headspace and give you a boost of energy for the process of organizing your new home.
The big day
When the big day comes, don’t panic! Eat well so that you have energy during the day. If you have little children, we advise you to leave them with a friend or relative for a few hours so that they don’t get stressed and you can go through the necessary tasks more quickly. The same goes for any furry members of your family.
Bonus tip: Doublecheck that everything is ready the day before, so that the final day goes without a hitch. If you’ve followed all the outlined steps, your move will go so smoothly that you will barely notice the day passing.
And when you’re all done? Pour yourself a drink and celebrate your new home!