For many, the very thought of moving from one home to another is associated with a lot of stress and anxiety. While for some it's the anxiety of relocating to a new place, for others the problem is transporting their belongings, for the majority, however, the conundrum actually starts with packing their belongings.
In this comprehensive guide, we have discussed some hacks and tricks you could employ the next time you're reallocating to make the process faster and seamless. Read on to find out.
Packing Tips for a Less Stressful Move
#1. Declutter so You Can Pack Less
Have you noticed how every time you re-arrange or rather do a thorough cleaning of your house, you'll usually end up with a thing or two that you don't use, or need anymore? The principle is the same during moving. Try and declutter your house so that you can remove any unnecessary things from what you're moving with. This will not only save space while transporting your stuff, but it will also serve to make your new place tidier.
#2. Create a Moving Checklist
With a million different gears turning on moving day, it's easy to lose track of what you need, what needs to be done, what's been done, and what's going where. And if you're working with others to make that move happen, it becomes even more chaotic as everyone tries to keep everyone else in the loop. While keeping this complex information in your head may seem tempting, having a checking line handy will make sure nothing gets overlooked in the process and your moving day runs smooth as silk.
Being organized is the greatest hack you can employ when moving out. Ensure you've created a detailed checklist of what you intend to bring along with you on your move A checklist will help you to determine what moves, and what stays. You'll need this information when selecting the transporter(size and type depending on your belongings).
Keeping a checklist of your inventory being moved also protects your goods. You'll know what you have and where it's at, and when it comes time to unpack you can look to your list to make sure everything is where it should be. If anything is missing, you'll know it immediately instead of months later when you're looking for it in every box or closet.
A checklist is ideal to make sure the whole process runs smoothly, and this, in turn, means faster processing time. You won't have to think "What have I missed?� when all you need to do is look at the list and think to yourself "Nothing, everything's done!
You can also use your checklist when offloading your belongings. Check items off the list as soon as they are offloaded to determine if any have been damaged or lost in transit.
#3. Use Quality Moving Boxes and Label Them Properly
It is common for people to try and cram all their belongings into a few cardboard boxes that they have lying around the house. This is a mistake. Invest in quality moving boxes to ensure you have enough space for all your belongings. It would be advisable to pack heavy items like books in small compact boxes and light bulky items like pillows and blankets into the larger boxes.
Of course, it goes without saying that you should start with the heavier boxes before proceeding to stack the lighter ones on top. You should take proper care to ensure the boxes don't have any empty spaces in them. Finally, you need to ensure that you don't mix items from different rooms in the same box. In fact, you should take extra precautions by labeling each box properly so that you can have an easier time unpacking.
#4. Consider Hiring Professional Movers
Although it might seem like a good idea to do it all on your own, you'll quickly realize soon enough that moving actually involves a lot of work and takes up most of your time. The benefits of moving with professional movers by far outweigh the financial costs of the services they provide. A professional mover will do all the work for you to ensure your mind is at peace and you remain stress-free, making the whole moving experience a pleasant one.Visit Space Moving today and our staff will be happy to provide you with professional assistance. Our experts can help you with everything — from preparation, packing, storage to moving into your new home. Talk to us or request a quote and take the stress out of your next move!