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01
Get organized early
Avoid leaving anything until the last minute. Unless you have to pack up and leave in a hurry, chances are you have between 30 and 60 days to make a plan and ensure that moving day runs smoothly. Create a countdown list and itemize everything you need to accomplish week by week.
02
Figure out your move strategy
How are you going to get from point A to point B on moving day? For shorter moves, you’ll either need to assemble some very nice friends with trucks or consider renting a truck for the day. If you have a big family to move or you’ll be moving long distance, you’ll want to price out moving companies.
03
Keep your movers in the loop
Boxes are easy to move, but heavy or oversized items require proper planning. Before booking, inform your moving company about important details such as large items like pianos or refrigerators, access limitations like stairs or narrow driveways, and whether you need furniture assembly or disassembly. This helps the movers prepare the right equipment and provide an accurate estimate for time and cost.
04
Pick the right transportation
Choosing the right truck size is important, especially for long-distance moves. Small apartments usually fit in a 16’ truck, while 2–3 bedroom homes may need a 24’–26’ truck. Larger homes may require multiple trips or a two-day move depending on the amount of furniture and belongings.
05
Seize the opportunity to purge
Moving is a great opportunity to organize your belongings and remove items you no longer use. Selling, donating, or recycling unnecessary items can reduce moving costs and make packing easier. Just remember to safely shred any important documents before disposing of them.
06
Put together a packing kit
If more than one person is packing, stay organized by establishing a system and labeling every box and its contents to ensure nothing goes missing or misplaced. Have blank inventory sheets prepared so one person can tackle each area or room. Arm each packer with a pen, black marker, and packing materials, like newspaper, a packing tape dispenser and boxes.
07
Green your move
Moving can create a lot of waste from cardboard, bubble wrap, and packing paper. To reduce waste, use reusable plastic bins for storage and packing instead of cardboard boxes. You can also protect fragile items with old towels or linens instead of extra packing materials.
08
Reuse boxes
You may still need a few cardboard boxes to round out your moving kit. A few weeks before you start packing, grab a few boxes each time you visit the grocery store. Keep in mind that smaller boxes are easier to carry when facing stairs and narrow pathways.
09
Take inventory
Keeping an inventory of your belongings is important during a move. Label each box with a number and room name to stay organized and help movers place items in the correct location quickly and efficiently.
10
Label everything!
Label all sides of the box (avoid the top). Whoever is carrying in your boxes might not make sure all labels are facing one way for your easy retrieval. Try labeling each side in marker so you can easily find what you need in a stack.
11
Pack in things you need to pack
You need to take your luggage with you. Why not use it as a box? The same goes for dresser drawers. You may need to remove them for transport, but if you don’t have too far to go, they can be helpful for light items. For delicate apparel that you don’t want to fold, using a portable wardrobe box is the way to go.
12
Prepare a moving day kit
Keep one box aside of “essentials” that you’ll need on moving day: cleaning supplies, light bulbs, toilet paper, garbage bags, a change of clothes, your toiletry bag, etc.
13
Be ready for your movers
Whether you have family or professional movers showing up at your door, be ready for them when they arrive. With a moving company, unless you hire packers, be ready and packed before the crew arrives. “Scrambling for boxes will delay your move and increase your cost.”
14
Protect your valuables
Find a safe place to store your valuables on moving day. Insure anything that’s valuable or breakable if you’re using a moving company. And if you’re moving a computer, do a quick backup of important files just in case something happens in transit. Jewelry should be packed and kept on your person.
15
Delay deliveries
If you’ve made some new purchases, such as a couch or dining room suite, schedule the delivery after moving day. That will help you focus your attention on moving day itself and will avoid any congestion between delivery people and the movers.
16
Don’t mistake belongings for trash
Try to avoid packing things in garbage bags. Well-meaning friends or family could accidentally throw them out on moving day.
17
Hook up essential services
Make sure you understand how utilities (gas, water, electricity) will be transferred over to you from a previous owner. Also, arrange to have your phone line, cable and Internet working if necessary.
18
Find a pet sitter for the day
If you have a pet that could be traumatized by a move, arrange to have them stay somewhere during moving day. If you’re hiring movers for a long-distance move, be sure to arrange your pet’s safe transport to your new home.
19
Make nice with your new neighbours
Before moving day, inform your neighbors and make sure the moving truck has enough parking space without blocking others. In winter, clear snow and ice from the driveway to help avoid delays and extra moving costs.
20
Treat your movers well
Whether you hired movers or friends and family, be sure to have food and drinks readily available for everyone. “On a hot summer day, your crew will appreciate a cold drink.
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