Are you in the process of getting ready to move to a new home? Wondering what steps to take when preparing for a move? Thankfully, the experts at Clark’s Moving and Logistics are here to help!
Even if you’re not moving very far away from your current home, preparing for a move is incredibly stressful. Time will move fast, and it can be easy to forget essential things you need to manage for your move to go as smoothly as possible.
Below we’ll give you a few tips for successfully planning and preparing for a local move.
1. Start Early
The first thing you need to remember when preparing for a move is that you should start as early as possible. Even if you’re moving down the street from your current place, moving is a lot of effort. Time flies by when you’re preparing for a move when you have work and family responsibilities.
By getting started as early as possible, even months before the move, you’ll have a less stressful time when the official moving date rolls around.
2. Outline Your Plan
The next thing you’ll want to do to prepare for your move is to outline your plan. Be as detailed and specific as possible. Your plan should consist of everything you need to get your belongings from Point A to Point B.
We recommend using a checklist to monitor your progress when packing. Keep in mind that it’s best to go in phases. Break down the entire moving process into many small steps to make it easier.
Creating a budget that includes all of your moving costs is also essential. Make sure you save enough money to pay movers and make the move when the time comes.
3. Prepare Your New Home
While you may be eager to focus on all of the things in your current home that you need to move, don’t forget to think about your new home as well. Prepare your new home for your arrival.
Part of this will include making sure you activate your utilities before the move, but you’ll also want to change your address early on in the process so you’ll start getting mail there immediately.
4. Get Your Supplies Together
Before it comes time to start packing, gather your moving supplies together. Make sure that you have plenty of boxes available that you can pack your stuff in as soon as you’re ready.
Your boxes should be sturdy enough to handle heavier items, so make sure to get some strong ones.
If you have a lot of breakables to transport, get some packing paper or bubble wrap as well to make sure your stuff stays well protected during transport.
5. Find Help When Preparing For a Move
When planning your move, you also need to decide who, if anybody, will be helping. You may want to ask your family, friends, or coworkers to help with the move. Doing it all on your own can take time and a lot of effort, so you’ll want to get some more people involved if possible.
It’s also a great idea to hire professional movers to help. The experience of professional movers would make your moving experience much more manageable.
Secure your help early so that you are guaranteed the assistance you need for your important moving day.