Searching for a reputable moving company, but you're not sure where to start? Follow our moving guide below for helpful tips on moving.
two men and a truck® moving guide
1. Plan Your Move
Set a Moving Date: Pick a date that works best for you. If you're hiring a moving company, make sure to schedule your move in advance. That way you get your preferred moving date.
Create a Timeline: Make sure you schedule yourself plenty of time to pack, organize, and remove some junk. You can also hire TWO MEN AND A TRUCK FREEPORT to move, pack, unpack load, unload, and remove junk.
2. Budget and Resources
Set a Budget: Estimate costs for moving services, supplies, and any additional expenses.
Gather Supplies: Make sure you have the necessary supplies for moving. Collect boxes, packing tape, moving blankets, markers, and labels. If you use TWO MEN AND A TRUCK, they can help you estimate how many boxes you will need. You can even purchase boxes and other moving supplies directly from them. They will even buy back any unused boxes that you purchase from them.
3. Sort and Declutter
Inventory: Make an inventory of your belongings.
Donate or Sell: Decide what to keep, donate, or sell to minimize clutter. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK can deliver items to a donation center of your choice. They can also provide full-service junk removal for any items you no longer want.
4. Notify Important Parties
Change of Address: Update your address with the post office, banks, and other important places.
Inform Utilities: Schedule disconnection and reconnection of utilities (electricity, gas, water, internet).
5. Start Packing
Room-by-Room: Pack one room at a time, starting with the least used areas.
Label Boxes: Clearly label each box with its contents and the room it will go in.
Fragile Items: Use wrap and padding for delicate items.
6. Arrange Moving Services
Hire Movers: Book a reliable moving company in advance. Check the reviews and call and ask them questions to make sure they are the right fit for you.
Rent a Truck: If moving yourself, rent a truck or van that fits your needs. Two Men and a Truck can also provide loading and unloading services for you. We will move all the heavy boxes and belongings. You can hire us for your entire move, or for an unload or load only.
7. Prepare Your New Home
Clean: Make sure to deep clean your new home and make sure its ready to move all your items in.
Measure Spaces: Ensure your furniture fits in the new space.
8. Moving Day
Pack an Essentials Box: Include items you'll need immediately, like toiletries, snacks, and important documents. Keep the essentials box with you for your move. You want it to be easily accessible for you.
Supervise Loading: Make sure movers take all the items you would like them to.
Final Check: Do a walk through before your movers leave to make sure all items are loaded up in the truck.
9. Unpack and Settle In
Prioritize Rooms: Have the movers place your furniture and boxes in the rooms you would like them in. Start with essential areas like the kitchen and bedrooms.
Dispose/ Recycle Packing Materials: Recycle or properly dispose of packing materials.
Following these steps can make your move go smoothly and can reduce your stress.
