When we think about moving, we generally think about the nightmare of packing, organizing, hiring movers and heavy lifting. While moving is work, it doesn't have to be a terrible experience. There are plenty of ways to make it easier, and the following article details a few tricks that just might help.
The easiest way to move is to map out a blueprint of the whole process and this simply means you need a huge list filled with all of the important tasks that must be accomplished. Break it all up into manageable sections, such one section detailing all the utilities that need to be shut off or turned on. Another section could be dedicated to changing addresses for credit card companies, banks, schools, magazines and anyone else who needs your new address. Whatever you need to do, write it down and check off a few items every day.
Packing is a big chore, so get started quickly and gather up as many supplies as you can. Get them free from online sites such as Craigslist or buy some from a moving company, but get lots and lots of boxes. Every night after work, set aside some time for packing. Start with items you don't use and donate or throw away items that you no longer want or perhaps are broken. Chances are if you haven't used in several years, it's wise to let it go. Color code all of your boxes by room. For instance, all the boxes with blue ink go into your new kitchen. Red ink means the box goes into the master bedroom.
As the moving day approaches pack up toiletries, clothing and medications into suitcases that you can live out of them temporarily while you are unpacking. Before the movers arrive, toss the suitcases into your car so they don't get packed inadvertently. Other things to toss in the suitcases include chargers for all of your electronic devices, as well as some toys, crayons and coloring books to keep younger children occupied while you deal with moving and unpacking. A blanket or stuffed animal also might be needed by your young child and you definitely do want that to be misplaced.
Moving is a big job, so if you have friends or family members that can help out, it's a good idea to ask. While you might be shy about asking someone to lift and tote heavy furnishings or boxes, people might be willing to keep you dog for a day or two when you move or even watch your children during the day and keep them happy and occupied. Some friends are fantastic packers and other are willing to run some errands or pick up children from school or after-school activities. Thank people with a bottle of wine, an offer to baby sit their kids or treat everyone to a special dinner at your new home once all the dust has settled.
Renting a mini storage unit or self-storage unit also can be a helpful, inexpensive way to keep your belongings safe if you aren't moving in to your new home the very day you are moving out of your old one. Look for a self-storage facility that offers monthly and weekly rates and requires no deposit. Some facilities offer discounts for students and military personnel who frequently have to store items, so be sure to ask. While moving companies will store your belongings, it's often expensive and if you need anything out of storage, you won't have access like you would at most self-storage companies.
The easiest way to move is to map out a blueprint of the whole process and this simply means you need a huge list filled with all of the important tasks that must be accomplished. Break it all up into manageable sections, such one section detailing all the utilities that need to be shut off or turned on. Another section could be dedicated to changing addresses for credit card companies, banks, schools, magazines and anyone else who needs your new address. Whatever you need to do, write it down and check off a few items every day.
Packing is a big chore, so get started quickly and gather up as many supplies as you can. Get them free from online sites such as Craigslist or buy some from a moving company, but get lots and lots of boxes. Every night after work, set aside some time for packing. Start with items you don't use and donate or throw away items that you no longer want or perhaps are broken. Chances are if you haven't used in several years, it's wise to let it go. Color code all of your boxes by room. For instance, all the boxes with blue ink go into your new kitchen. Red ink means the box goes into the master bedroom.
As the moving day approaches pack up toiletries, clothing and medications into suitcases that you can live out of them temporarily while you are unpacking. Before the movers arrive, toss the suitcases into your car so they don't get packed inadvertently. Other things to toss in the suitcases include chargers for all of your electronic devices, as well as some toys, crayons and coloring books to keep younger children occupied while you deal with moving and unpacking. A blanket or stuffed animal also might be needed by your young child and you definitely do want that to be misplaced.
Moving is a big job, so if you have friends or family members that can help out, it's a good idea to ask. While you might be shy about asking someone to lift and tote heavy furnishings or boxes, people might be willing to keep you dog for a day or two when you move or even watch your children during the day and keep them happy and occupied. Some friends are fantastic packers and other are willing to run some errands or pick up children from school or after-school activities. Thank people with a bottle of wine, an offer to baby sit their kids or treat everyone to a special dinner at your new home once all the dust has settled.
Renting a mini storage unit or self-storage unit also can be a helpful, inexpensive way to keep your belongings safe if you aren't moving in to your new home the very day you are moving out of your old one. Look for a self-storage facility that offers monthly and weekly rates and requires no deposit. Some facilities offer discounts for students and military personnel who frequently have to store items, so be sure to ask. While moving companies will store your belongings, it's often expensive and if you need anything out of storage, you won't have access like you would at most self-storage companies.
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