Preparing for a move is a big deal. Relocating is one of the biggest events in life. It’s tedious, time-consuming, tiring, and a host of additional verbs that probably don’t give you positive thoughts. But, moving shouldn’t be an experience that causes you stress. Instead, it should be a fun experience that puts you one page closer to the next chapter in life. Don’t make any of the six mistakes below and relocating can certainly be a rewarding experience that doesn’t get the best of you.
1. Did You Hire a Moving Company?
Never attempt to relocate without a moving company by your side. Moving professionals have the time, skills, tools, equipment, and knowledge to relocate a home of any size without causing any damage to your belongings in the process. Whether you have months to prepare for your move, or you’re planning a move on short notice, moving is considerably less stressful when a moving company is there.
2. Did You Compare Moving Companies?
Before you hire a moving company, research the options to learn more about the company, their prices, and the perks that come when you hire them to handle your job. It’s free and easy to compare moving companies online using directory-style services. It’s certainly worth your minimal efforts and time if you want the best moves for less money.
3. Sort Through Your Belongings
If you don’t sort through your belongings before boxing it up, you’ll likely carry trash and unnecessary items to the new home -and pay for the added weight and space in the moving truck. Before you pack up to move, sort through the closets, clothing, etc. and toss out or donate any items that no longer fit or that aren’t being used to save space and to minimize clutter at your new home.
4. Are You Prepared?
Boxes, packing wrap, tape, markers, and many other moving supplies are needed to pack your belongings and secure them enough to put onto a moving truck to relocate. Don’t grab egg cartons from the supermarket because the bottom of the boxes may give out. Moving companies sell boxes and other supplies at reasonable costs. Purchase these items and make sure that you have enough of each on hand to suffice from the start of the move until the finish.
5. You Procrastinate
Procrastinating on moving day is the wrong way to start this task. It is essential to start the move with enough time to cover those unexpected mishaps that can and will occur along the way. Procrastinating minimizes the daylight hours available to move as well, which is another downside.
6. You Forget to Transfer
Most people transfer the electricity and the water to the new home but get so busy with other moving duties that they forget other important utilities and services that also need to be transferred, such as cable, internet, and phone service. Do not make this mistake and pay the price when you move into your new home.
Ensure a smooth moving day by properly planning and preparing for this event ahead of time. Be sure to avoid the six mistakes above during the move as well. With this information in mind, expect a smooth move ahead.