Are you coordinating an upcoming move? Whether it's your first time moving, or your tenth, each move contains a different story. To keep them from being nightmares, you must be proactive. Don't know where to start? Here's Three Tips for a Smooth Move.
1: Game Plan Early
If allowed, start the planning process weeks in advance. Create a checklist that includes key dates, important information related to your move (addresses, specialty items, booking movers, etc.). If you're able to, visit your new place and visualize where you'd like things to go. Decide if you can pack your items, or if you'd need professional help. If so, get a quote for that service. Moving can be stressful, creating a checklist will allow for clear instruction and is a helpful reminder to fall back on when you are unsure of what needs to be done next. Game planning early could save you plenty of time, money, and energy.
2: Stay organized with smart packing
Smart packing involves communicating with your future self. Each box should contain the owners name, the room which the contents were packed, the contents themselves, and whether the box contains any fragile items (so the handler is aware). This sets you, and your professional movers up for success. Create a "first-night" box, that is easily accessible. This helps you get to the important stuff, quickly. Staying organized with smart packing can make your move go by smoother. Remember, protect your items with special packing paper or bubble-wrap. Damaged items that were packed usually lack support during transportation.
3: communiate clearly with movers
Communicating with your movers provides them with clear instruction, as well as any critical information regarding any items or locations. Let them know if the move contains long walks, stairs, or pets. This helps your movers get prepared. Bring up any fragile or sentimental items that you wish to have extra care for. Explain to your movers where you'd like your belongings to be placed, so you don't have to move anything after! Communicating clearly with your movers will allow them to safely and efficiently move your things.
To recap, gameplan as soon as possible! Share these plans with your movers. This coordination keeps your everybody on the same page, and creates a stress-free experience. Smart packing saves you from digging through boxes. Using packing material (packing paper, bubble wrap) protects against unnecessary damages. Don't hesitate to ask your local mover questions!
