21 August 2008
Home Moving
Posted by Lena Hellsten under: Property .
There are a lot of things to do related to a home moving and a lot of people get overwhelmed by the workload. Surely, the things has to be done, but there are ways to make the moving project less stressful and seemingly lighter.
If you’re not affected by costs, the easiest way is of course to hire a moving company that does the whole move for you, from packing to unpacking. But a lot of people prefer to do the budget version which means there will be more work for you and your family. If you are one of those and about to do a home moving, read on and learn some helpful tips.
One of the most important things to have a smooth move is to prepare a moving checklist with the things you have to pack and all the tasks related to the move and when it has to be accomplished. Tick it off as you go and you will find that this is the best way to help you stay organized during this time.
It’s good to start the packing a few weeks in advance. Usually people have a lot of things they don’t use very often and by starting with these items you can spread the work over a longer period of time and in this way it will feel less overwhelming. Saving it all for a few days before the move will most likely result in last minute stress and is not recommended.
It’s a good idea to call the moving company about a month in advance to make sure they are not fully booked on the date you want to move. Since most people move the last and the first days of the month and on weekends, these are the times where moving companies are most busy, and unless you book them ahead of time you might have problem finding a reputable mover.
The way you pack can really make a difference. Always use a lot of padding around fragile goods and use appropriate boxes that are filled to their capacity. In this way you don’t have to end up with damaged goods at your new home. Also label each box with its content and the room its going to to make the unpacking easier.
Before you move the furniture into your new home, make a plan and let the moving company or yourselves place the furniture at the right spot straight away.This will save you a lot of unnecessary lifting. Don’t rush it when you’re moving in, let the unpacking and reestablishing take its time and do a little every day or more when you feel inspired.
If you only know the tricks and stay organized throughout the whole move you might be surprised to see how smooth a home moving actually can be.