Moving can feel overwhelming, but it can be much more manageable with proper preparation and organisation. Let me give you a guide you can follow:
BEFORE MOVING DAY
1. Inventory:
List out all the items you have to move. This will help you determine the right amount of packing materials you’ll need.
2. Declutter:
Lighten your load by getting rid of items you don’t need. You can donate, sell, or dispose of them responsibly.
3. Gather Packing Materials:
Purchase enough moving boxes, bubble wrap, packing tape, and markers for labelling boxes. You may also need speciality containers for delicate items.
4. Start Packing Early:
Begin with non-essential items. Pack room by room and label each box clearly with its contents and the room it’s destined for.
5. Arrange Moving Transportation:
Book your removal company, or if you are doing it yourself, rent a moving truck. Obtain parking permits if necessary.
6. Notify Important Parties:
Inform your utility providers and change your address at the post office. Also, notify any subscriptions or services you use.
7. Prepare an Essentials Box:
Pack a box filled with items you’ll need right away at the new place (e.g. toiletries, change of clothes, essential kitchen items).
ON MOVING DAY
1. Check Every Room:
Before the truck pulls away, check all the rooms, closets, and cabinets one last time to ensure nothing is left behind.
2. Lead the Moving Team:
Whether it’s friends, family, or professional movers, be available to direct them on where to place your boxes and furniture.
3. Stay Hydrated and Fed:
Moving can be physically exhausting. Keep water and snacks on hand for the day.
4. Unpack Your Essentials Box:
This should be the first box you unpack. It will allow you to function in your new home while you are still unpacking.
By following these steps, you should find your moving day goes smoothly with less stress.
