A successful moving day starts long before the moving truck pulls into your driveway. While professional movers handle the heavy lifting, there are several things you can do ahead of time to help your crew work efficiently and keep your move on schedule.
At TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® Corona, we help customers with moves of all sizes throughout Corona and the surrounding communities. Here are some of the best ways to prepare before moving day arrives.
Finish Packing Before Moving Day
If you're handling your own packing, try to have boxes packed, sealed, and ready to go before your movers arrive.
Loose items that still need to be boxed can slow down the loading process. Clearly labeling boxes by room can also make unloading easier and help the crew place everything where it belongs at your new home.
If you need help getting everything packed, ask about professional packing services before your move.
Create a Clear Path for Your Movers
Walk through your home and make sure hallways, doorways, stairs, and other high-traffic areas are clear.
Removing small obstacles gives movers more room to safely carry furniture and boxes. If possible, keep driveways and nearby loading areas available for the moving truck as well. The closer the crew can park to your home, the more efficiently they can work.
Know What Is—and Isn't—Going on the Truck
Before moving day, separate anything you're taking with you personally. Important documents, medications, keys, wallets, valuables, and other essentials are usually best kept with you.
You should also let your moving company know ahead of time about unusually large or heavy items such as safes, pianos, exercise equipment, oversized televisions, or specialty furniture. Advance notice allows the crew to arrive prepared with the appropriate equipment and manpower.
Prepare Appliances in Advance
Moving crews can transport household appliances, but homeowners should make sure appliances are ready before the move.
Refrigerators and freezers should be emptied, and appliances requiring water or gas connections should be properly disconnected before the crew arrives. Preparing these items ahead of time helps prevent unnecessary delays.
Think About Access at Both Locations
Don't forget to prepare your new home too.
Consider gate codes, parking restrictions, elevators, loading areas, HOA requirements, and any other access issues at both pickup and delivery. If someone other than you will be providing access, make sure your moving company has that person's contact information.
Preparation Can Help Control Moving Costs
For an hourly local move, efficiency matters. Time spent waiting for packing to be completed, clearing pathways, locating items, or figuring out access can add to the length of the move.
Having everything ready when your crew arrives allows them to focus on what they're there to do: safely loading, transporting, and unloading your belongings.
Ready for Moving Day?
Whether you're moving across Corona, elsewhere in Riverside County, or across the country, preparation can make moving day easier for everyone involved.
Contact TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® Corona to discuss your upcoming move, and our team can help you determine the crew, equipment, and services that best fit your needs.
