MOVING TIPS

1. Plan Ahead

• Start planning your move well in advance to avoid last-minute stress.
• Book with a moving company at least a month in advance

2. Declutter Before Packing

• Sort through your belongings and donate or sell items you no longer need.
• This will reduce the amount of stuff you have to move and potentially save on moving costs.

3. Get Quality Packing Supplies

• Invest in sturdy moving boxes, packing tape, bubble wrap, and other quality packing materials.
• Proper packing ensures the safety of your belongings during transit.

4. Pack Room by Room

• Pack one room at a time to stay organized.
• Clearly label each box with its contents and the room it belongs to. Colored stickers help movers identify right where you want boxes!

5. Have a First-Night Box

• Pack a box with essentials for the first night in your new home, including bedding, toiletries, and a change of clothes.

6. Take Inventory

• Keep a detailed inventory of your belongings, especially valuable items.
• This can be useful for insurance purposes and keeping track of your items.

7. Prepare Appliances

• Defrost and clean your refrigerator and freezer a day before moving.
• Disconnect and prepare appliances for the move according to their manuals.

8. Protect Valuables

• Keep important documents, jewelry, and valuables with you during the move.

9. Label Fragile Items

• Clearly mark boxes containing fragile items and inform the movers about delicate pieces.

10. Measure Furniture and Doorways

• Measure large furniture and doorways to ensure everything will fit without issues.
• This will allow you to inform your movers in advance if something needs to be disassembled before it is moved.